If you are toying with the idea of building a self-sustaining aquarium, you are not alone. This is because this is a common dream held by many aquarium hobbyists. However, it is a dream that many aquarium hobbyists never get to realize because many assume that it is just too difficult to effectuate. In my …
Most people assume that goldfish prefer cold-water. This is generally true. However, there is much more information most people do not know about goldfish and temperature. In this post, I am going to share with you the best goldfish temperature range and everything else you need to know about goldfish and temperature. The Best Temperature …
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“Do fish get bored?” is a question many newbie aquarium hobbyists ask themselves after keeping fish for one or two weeks. It is a question with merit because many fish species usually appear quite unbothered by their surroundings in fish tanks and by whatever is happening outside fish tanks. This is despite the fact that …
All living things depend on their habitats for survival. As humans, we depend on our habitats for oxygen, water, and food. Wild animals also depend on their habitats for the same things. Pet fish, like humans and wild animals, depend on their habitats (fish tanks) for oxygen, food, and water. As a pet fish owner, …
Many people buy small tanks like 10-gallon tanks because they expect them to be small and light. However, while they are relatively small compared to other tanks, they are not very light. For example, a typical glass tank measuring 20 by 10 by 12 weighs 11 pounds without water in it. With freshwater in it, …
A volume of water can only hold a certain amount of oxygen. When a volume of water is holding the maximum amount of oxygen it can hold, it is said to be saturated. Once a volume of water is saturated, no more oxygen can dissolve into it. Oxygen can only dissolve into oxygen-saturated water in …
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The short answer is yes. You can put a turtle or turtles in your fish tank. However, there are a million and one things to consider. In other words, you need to take into account many things to have a thriving fish and turtle community aquarium. If you don’t you could end up with a …
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Whichever type of fish you choose to stock in your tank, they all require special care and attention primarily because of their different characteristics. The most basic requirements are clean water and a spacious enough tank. And based on the species of fish you chose to keep, what they eat is another thing that you …
One of the major downsides to owning a glass fish tank is the likelihood of a leak to occur. No one wants a leaking aquarium in their home! A leaky fish tank can be a huge problem, particularly if you own a huge aquarium. And if this issue is not fixed soon enough, it could …
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Your freshwater aquarium is not complete until it has some live plants. Stocking freshwater fish in your aquarium demands your tank to be set up in a way that almost mimics the natural environment in order for your aquatic fauna to flourish. You could use artificial aquarium decorations for your set up, however, none of …
Knowing the amount of light needed for your planted aquarium is vital in ensuring its success. Light is, in fact, the most important aspect in the growth of any aquatic, or other aquarium plants. Without light, your plants will not grow. Deciding how much light is needed for your planted aquarium depends on a couple …
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Water hardness, might or might not affect you depending on where you live. It could also adversely affect the lives in your aquarium if left unattended to, and so you might want to make yourself with some of the methods that you could use to soften hard water. You may also like: How to Raise …
You want to warm up your fish tank but are not sure where to place your aquarium heater. This is a challenge that a lot of aquarium hobbyists often encounter. And the fact that you are reading this article means that you are also experiencing some challenges with this. You may also like: How to …
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Hard water is the preferred habitat for various fish species. It is, unfortunately, not so good for your aquarium. The white residue that it forms on your fish tank is not a pleasant sight to look at and you might even be tempted to use some of home cleaning products to scrub it out. You …
KH is an important water element for all kinds of ponds and aquariums. This article will discuss the various ways of raising KH in freshwater aquariums. But before we delve into this, you should first understand what is meant by KH. What is KH? As mentioned earlier on, KH is an important water element for …