Many aquarists use a certain type of substrate in their tanks, with the most common ones being gravel, rocks, soil, marble, and sand. Some even mix these substrates so as […]

Plants require CO2 to grow, after which they release oxygen back into the air. In planted tanks, the oxygen released back into the water causes the environment to be more […]

Most fish tank owners fail to recognize the importance of substrates on the health and well-being of their fish. Focusing on Bettas, these are tropical fish that prefer to live in […]

Fishkeeping is a very interesting and enjoyable hobby until it comes to the part of scrubbing algae off the tank walls or siphoning fish waste off the substrate. However, with […]

HOB means Hang on Back, referring to filters that are hung on the backside of aquariums. As compared to other types of filters, HOB units have the advantage of easy […]

Anyone with an aquarium knows how important filtration is to keep the system clean. However, there is one thing that aquarium filters cannot get rid of and that is microorganisms. These […]

A critical component required for the survival of every animal is oxygen. Above water, oxygen is very plentiful but for fish, turtles and other water creatures, oxygen can become very […]

For a fish, living in dirty water is comparable to you living in an environment filled with smog and dirt. You get to breathe in harmful air, which is unfit […]

Aquariums are usually filled with water at room temperature but some fish, especially the tropical species, thrive well in warm waters. This is where an aquarium heater comes in. Additionally, the […]

A pH meter is a small device that you can use at home or other settings to check the acid/base levels of water, other fluids, and even food. This tool has […]