Nitrate is a natural byproduct of the aquarium ecosystem, but many fishkeepers are concerned about its effects. Learn the truth about nitrate and how to keep the right balance.
Are you a little bored with freshwater fishkeeping? Try something new by keeping a brackish tank with all new animals like the figure 8 puffer, bumblebee gobies, and mudskippers.
Most filters can be modified by changing the types of mechanical, biological, and chemical filter media used inside. Let’s talk about the different kinds, the functions they serve, and which ones you should use.
Cloudy water can be very frustrating, since it prevents you from fully enjoying your beautiful fish tank. In this article, we explore the many reasons why your aquarium may look hazy and how to clear up the murkiness as quickly as possible.
pH, GH, and KH are terms commonly used in water chemistry, but there is a lot of confusion surrounding them in the freshwater aquarium hobby. This practical guide for beginners explains what these parameters mean, when you should test for them, and how to raise or lower them if needed.
Are you getting started with your first fish tank? Then you may have heard of something called the “aquarium nitrogen cycle,” followed by a bunch of complicated scientific terms and graphs that seem a little overwhelming. No need to panic! Keep reading as we explain the nitrogen cycle in this...
Have you ever seen a fish in the wild living in pure, crystal clear water with no other contaminants? Probably not. That’s because life doesn’t flourish in “pristine” conditions, but rather when there’s a whole ecosystem of microorganisms, plants, and animals that are in balance with one another. So, if...
To mimic nature, we as hobbyists many times, need to do water changes. Most waterways have very low nitrates in the water because wastes are constantly being flushed downstream. Unfortunately for us, the byproduct of feeding our fish is nitrates. When this parameter is kept low, fish will be at their healthiest.
