Fish Tank

Ceramic rings are arguably one of the most effective and affordable bio-media there is. It allows the nitrifying bacteria to grow and colonize in the tank that converts the harmful ammonia and nitrite into a less toxic nitrate. However, the placement of the ceramic rings in an aquarium is a major factor determining its filtration…

Choosing the right substrate for your tank is challenging, but it’s equally important to know how to maintain it. The most common material used for the substrate layer in fish tanks is gravel; however, there are many different gravel types, and each type works better for some fish than others. How often should you change…

An aquarium filter is responsible for cleansing the water in your tank, and over time, the filter grows helpful bacteria that it circulates throughout the aquarium. Unfortunately, when you change your filter, you can lose these beneficial organisms, which can be detrimental to the health of your fish. To change an aquarium filter without losing…

If you are serious about keeping your fish happy and healthy, it’s essential to keep a regular gravel-cleaning schedule to maintain a positive aquarium environment. But how often should this be done, and how do you know when cleaning is needed? How often you should clean fish tank gravel depends on the rate of waste…

Many hobbyists often find themselves confused between ceramic rings and bio balls. How do you decide which one is better for your aquarium? Some say ceramic media has more benefits than plastic bio balls. But how valid is this claim? Let’s find out! Ceramic rings host more beneficial bacteria than bio balls and can also…

There is no denying the fact that LED lights are energy-efficient, emit little heat, and last for years. But, are they really capable of providing lighting conditions necessary to grow healthy aquatic plant’s life? The answer is; Aquatic plants will not only grow but thrive under LED lights. The key here is to place the…

A no-filter fish bowl is not easy to care for. It takes a lot of work and dedication to maintain unfiltered fish bowls. Making fish thrive in a fish bowl without a filter is quite a task. How you can do it efficiently is what we are going to discuss in the following sections. How…

Fluval Stratum is one of the best performing substrates for planted aquariums. However, being a delicate substrate, it requires special care when cleaning and preparing for the tank. If the process is not done carefully, one is likely to ruin the substrate resulting in muddy water. So, how to clean Fluval Stratum? To remove the…

The substrate you choose will have a significant impact on your freshwater tank. You must consider which type works the best for you since it is hard to change the substrate later. Different fish also respond differently to varying materials. The 10 best substrates for freshwater aquarium include gravel, soil, sand, aragonite, vermiculate, and peat…