Got a brand new aquarium light but not sure how long to leave it on? Well, here’s all you need to know about the aquarium lighting. Let’s get your aquarium lit up! Do fish need light in an aquarium? YES! Proper aquarium lighting is very essential to your fish and aquatic plants. It brings your aquarium to … Read more
You love your beautiful aquarium and just decided to add some live aquatic plants to it. So, can aquarium plants grow in gravel? In short yes. Quick Navigation Here’s how to plant aquarium plants in gravel using 4 best methodsChoose the right plantsProvide adequate lightingUse anchorsAdd fertilizerDifferent types of aquarium plantsForeground PlantsMidground PlantsBackground PlantsDid You … Read more
If you want to automate some of the maintenance in your tank, adding a few bottom-dwelling fish to your livestock is one of the easiest, most entertaining ways to do it. Bottom-dwelling fish help take care of the housekeeping while you get to enjoy seeing them interact with their environment. These fish enjoy cleaning. Choosing the right … Read more
Ready to start your adventure in owning a saltwater aquarium? Saltwater aquascaping is one of the most exciting hobbies to take on. The right aquarium can give you years of tranquility and peaceful viewing and quickly become a conversation starter! With the best all in one saltwater aquarium kits, getting started has never been easier. Quick Navigation … Read more
Just merely asking the question… “what is the best reef salt available?… is going to get you more answers than you know how to handle. You’re going to have experts coming at you from every angle, each with their own opinion on what works best and when to use a particular brand. They’ll give you their … Read more
Whether you have an active Koi pond, a tumbling waterfall with statues that became your “Happy Place”, or a vibrant aquarium stocked with precious fish, a high-quality pump is a requirement for keeping your aquascape happy and healthy. You can’t just purchase any old pond pump, though. You need the best pond pump that matches your … Read more
When it comes time to set up your aquarium, choosing the right sand is one of the many decisions you are going to need to make. From setting up your accessories, your filter, your pump, choosing the right plants, adding the right fish, making sure it all works together, and the substrate you use, giving your … Read more
Choosing the best rocks for your freshwater aquarium can sometimes be a daunting task. On the one hand, you want to make sure the tank is beautiful to look at. On the other hand, you want to make sure you aren’t adding rocks that could potentially upset your delicate ecosystem. Most people don’t realize that the rocks … Read more
Nothing is more frustrating than sinking hours into creating the perfect aquascape, only to realize you are missing a piece of the puzzle. Your chemicals could be off, or some bacteria and algae got into the system, starting a complete takeover of your aquarium. Before you dump a bunch of chemicals into the water, change out your … Read more
There are so many Anubias types from the smallest A. nana “Petit” to very broad leaved A. barteri. They are very undemanding, easy to care and very beautiful, making them a favorite for planted aquariums. They are easy to use in planted aquariums, too. Just tie several bushes to driftwood or stones and place them … Read more