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Selecting The Right Algae Eater For Your Aquarium - Aquarium Co-Op
Selecting The Right Algae Eater For Your Aquarium
Algae eaters are a staple inhabitant in many aquariums, serving a vital purpose within the ecosystem and often adding unique character to the community. These fish and invertebrates are constantly...
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Refresh Your Aquarium and Passion for the Hobby - Aquarium Co-Op
Refresh Your Aquarium and Passion for the Hobby
In this article, we’ll explore imaginative yet easy ways to change up an aquarium, be it from introducing new décor and livestock or enhancing what is already there. Let’s dive...
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How to Choose Aquarium Plants - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Choose Aquarium Plants
Choosing plants to create your planted tank is very personal. There are a lot of factors that can impact your choice beyond the aesthetic appearance of your aquarium. This checklist...
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In the Aquarium Hobby, It’s a Small World After All - Aquarium Co-Op
In the Aquarium Hobby, It’s a Small World After All
While we always recommend working with larger tanks whenever possible, small systems enable us to enjoy nature daily without disrupting our living spaces or the people we share them with.
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Pre Filters: How One Small Hack Transformed the Aquarium Hobby! - Aquarium Co-Op
Pre Filters: How One Small Hack Transformed the Aquarium Hobby!
Learn how this simple addition to your hang-on-back or canister filter can enhance your biological ecosystem, protect tank inhabitants, and improve filter function. 
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Can You Fly With Aquarium Fish? Here is how we do it. - Aquarium Co-Op
Can You Fly With Aquarium Fish? Here is how we do it.
This article is meant to serve as a step-by-step guide that details how you can successfully bring fish home with you on a plane. It will also provide other considerations...
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The Best Small Fish for Your Aquarium: A list of Stunning Nano Fish - Aquarium Co-Op
The Best Small Fish for Your Aquarium: A list of Stunning Nano Fish
Are you looking for the perfect small fish to add to your nano aquarium? Whether you have a 10-gallon tank or something even smaller, there are plenty of vibrant, fascinating...
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How to Join the Aquarium Co-Op Wholesale Program - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Join the Aquarium Co-Op Wholesale Program
At Aquarium Co-Op, we started with a small fish store in Edmonds, Washington, grew an online sales business through our social media platforms, and now offer wholesale aquarium products to...
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When Should I Dose Potassium in My Planted Aquarium? - Aquarium Co-Op
When Should I Dose Potassium in My Planted Aquarium?
Potassium is an important macronutrient used by plants transport and synthesize nutrients. Find out how much potassium is needed in your planted aquarium.
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How to Improve Water Circulation on Aquarium Sponge Filters - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Improve Water Circulation on Aquarium Sponge Filters
By using a curved uplift tube on a regular sponge filter, you can boost the water circulation, increase oxygen levels, and even reduce noise levels.
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How to Build a DIY Central Air System for Your Aquarium Fish Room - Aquarium Co-Op
How to Build a DIY Central Air System for Your Aquarium Fish Room
Got too many aquariums? Follow along step-by-step as we teach you how to set up a linear piston air pump for your fish room’s central air system.
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Top 5 Popular Catfish to Enjoy in Your Next Community Aquarium - Aquarium Co-Op
Top 5 Popular Catfish to Enjoy in Your Next Community Aquarium
Catfish are known for their cat-like whiskers and useful clean-up abilities. Learn about these top 5 popular catfish that are commonly found in pet stores.
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