Dragon Stone Aquascape For Betta Fish
If you are new to aquascaping, or new to using dragon stone in an aquascape, this article will show you, in 12 easy steps, how to create a head-turning design in a 5 gallon tank using dragon stone.
I find t...
DIY Ecosphere: How to Create Your Own (And What Might Be Inside!)
What is an ecosphere?
The general definition of an ecosphere is a closed planetary ecological system, consisting of all living organisms and their environment.
But, in this article we are talking about a...
Best Algae Eaters For Freshwater Aquariums (From 2-100+ Gallons)
If scraping algae off your glass makes you sad, consider getting an algae eater for your aquarium.
I'm not saying that your algae eater will keep your tank perfectly clean and clear of algae, but they defin...
Nano Shrimp Tank Aquascape in a Jar (No Filter, No CO2)
What is a nano shrimp tank?
In the freshwater aquarium hobby, a nano tank typically refers to a jar, bowl, or rectangular aquarium ranging in size from 2 gallons to 10 gallons.
But, the term “nano tank” ...
5 Gallon Aquascape with a Cave (No Filter, No CO2)
The purpose of this article is to show you, step by step, how to create a captivating cave aquascape in a 5 gallon tank.
Caves have an aura of mystery.
Some common associations we humans have with caves ...
Betta Bowl Setup (Step By Step with Live Plants)
The goal of this article is to show you how to setup a betta fish bowl that isn’t a tiny, polluted prison for your fish.
Before we dive into a step by step guide to creating your own planted betta bowl, let...
Female vs Male Betta Fish (Which is Better to Keep?)
Betta fish (Betta splendens) have become one of the most popular aquarium fish in the world.
And for good reason.
Betta fish are colorful, easy to keep, and have attitude.
In almost any pet store, bet...
12 of the Easiest Fish to Care For (#11 is surprising)
If you are new to caring for fish in an aquarium or if fish seem to die on you for no reason, you might be wondering if some aquarium fish are easier to care for than others.
The answer is that certain aqu...
9 Aquarium Plants That Will Make You a Better Aquascaper
Aquascaping is the process of using aquatic plants, rocks, and driftwood, to design a “scape” or underwater scene to mimic nature, or simply please the eye.
When designing an eye-catching aquascape, i...
Planted Tank Basics (How to Begin)
Planted tanks can be incredible snapshots of nature in your home.
But, they can also be little intimidating to setup.
What kind of gravel or substrate is needed? Can an aquarium kit light grow plants?
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