An aquarium filter is an essential component of a healthy and thriving aquarium. It helps to maintain a clean and safe environment for your fish and other aquatic creatures. To function effectively, a filter’s pump must be primed. Priming a filter pump involves filling it with water, which creates suction and allows the pump to … Read more
I think that it goes without saying that every aquarist knows that maintaining a sparkling clean tank is not only crucial for the health and happiness of our aquatic friends, but also so much more pleasant to the eye. And one of the things that’s easiest to deal with is silicone from the aquarium glass. … Read more
Loaches have numerous characteristics that make them stand out. The first thing one will notice is their eel-like shape and their tendency to climb rocks and plants and dig around the bottom of the aquarium. They are known to like company and are not picky eaters. Loach aquarium fish care requires that one understand the … Read more
One of the most common diseases that aquarium fish can get is ICH or ichthyophthiriasis. Although common, this disease can be fatal if left untreated, so it’s important to know what causes ICH on fish and how to treat it. And this is what we’re going to learn in today’s article: how to treat ICH, … Read more
I’m here today to share my experience and knowledge with you on setting up a planted goldfish aquarium, taking you step by step through the process. As someone who has been keeping fish for years (and built self-sustaining aquariums too), I can tell you that there’s nothing like the satisfaction you get from creating beautiful … Read more
Basslets are small, colorful fishes that can make terrific additions to aquariums, and have a manageable temperament around others. It’s important to choose the right tankmates for your Basslet fish to ensure everything runs smoothly in your tank. So today I am going to share with you the best tankmates for Basslets. I will list … Read more
Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are carnivorous creatures and their natural diet does not include plant matter. Their diet in the wild consists of insects, worms, and other small aquatic creatures. In captivity, they can be fed a variety of commercially available fish foods, such as pellets or flakes. But can Betta … Read more
If you’re an avid fish keeper, you may have heard of using borax as a cleaning product. This chemical is also a common ingredient in PH buffers for you tank’s water, as well as other product for aquariums… but is Borax harmful for your fish? This is what we’re going to discuss in today’s article. … Read more
Light is a vital component of the aquatic environment. It provides illumination and sustenance to most underwater creatures, but not all fish are affected in the same way. Some species become more active when darkness falls while others become less active or even lethargic. Some fish are more active when the lights are turned off … Read more