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…