We’ve all been there: preparing for a vacation, but wondering what to do with our pet fish while we’re away. If you don’t have friends or family to feed them regularly, you have no other option than to leave them without food for a while. Before you panic and envision your finny friends belly-up, here’s … Read more
Keeping axolotls with other fish requires careful planning. These unique creatures are both predators and prey. Their sensitive gills are also tempting snacks for some fish. So, choosing the right tankmates is crucial for a harmonious (and fin-tastic!) cohabitation. Because, yes, you can mix together axolotl and fish, but you have to be careful and … Read more
Today, I’m going to share my thoughts on the CaribSea Eco-Complete 20-Pound Planted Aquarium substrate. This review will quickly cover what you should expect if you choose this substrate for your tank setup and what my thoughts are about it. We’ll start by quickly checking out some Pros and Cons, and then we’ll go a … Read more
Tetra is one of my favorite brands when it comes to all things aquariums. And in today’s article, I’m going to share my thoughts on the Tetra HT Submersible Heater is this complete review. Please note: We get commissions for purchases made through links in this article. I recently purchased this product for my small … Read more
Choosing one or more of these best floating plants for aquariums will help you create that dream setup. You’ll also know what to expect from each plant, and where to find it. While I am not a particularly huge fan of floating plants in freshwater aquariums, mainly because they can interfere with the quality of … Read more
When creating an aquascape or even just creating a shrimp tank, shrimp in particular – but also some fish – would like some sort of home to seek refuge in. Today, we’re going to talk about these hiding spots and how to easily create some in your aquarium. This could be from a small little … Read more
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