If you’re an aquarium enthusiast, you might have come across the problem of fish getting stuck to filters. It’s a common issue, but it can be distressing to both the fish and the aquarium owner. Not only does it harm the fish, but it also affects the filtration system’s efficiency which leads to poor water …
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Maintaining a safe pH level in your aquarium is vital for the health and longevity of your fish. If the pH level is ‘off’, your aquatic pets with suffer physically and start to show signs of stress and illness. This begs the question, ‘how do you adjust the pH in an aquarium safely?’ To adjust …
As a beginner aquarist, you may be wondering if a fish tank can cause allergies? Let me begin by saying that I’m not a doctor. However, as someone who suffers from both seasonal and food (nut) allergies, I hope to shed some light on the issue of fish tanks and allergic reactions through my own …
Like all living creatures, fish need oxygen to survive. As an aquarist, you know the importance of O2 in relation to the health and longevity of your aquatic pets. But is it possible to have too much oxygen in your fish tank? It’s very rare for a fish tank to have too much oxygen. In …
As an aquarist, the health and safety of your pet fish should be your ‘number one’ priority. While you may think the only things your aquatic pets need to survive is water and some food, you couldn’t be more wrong. They also need air – yes, air! This raises the question, ‘can a fish drown …
A healthy, thriving aquatic environment is directly related to the quality of the water. A crystal-clear reef tank is not only more appealing to the eye but also safer for the creatures inhabiting it. Should you have a cloudy saltwater aquarium, you may be wondering what’s causing it? A cloudy or unclear marine tank can …
Fish tanks are great fun to watch, but they also require some maintenance. If you don’t take care of them properly, they can become unsanitary or even dangerous. In this article, we’ll go over common fish tank problems and what you can do to prevent them? This article is primarily for freshwater fish tank …
A fish’s internal health can often be determined by its outward appearance and behavior. If its sluggish and losing its color or its skin/scales are deteriorating – becoming pale, turning white, and peeling off – then chances are your fish is sick or stressed. What causes this, you may ask? Well, I have the answer …
