Aquariums come in all shapes and sizes so it may be difficult navigating the murky waters of the aquarium market to find a suitable tank for your next setup. 40-gallon aquariums offer a medium tank that is versatile and able to fit in quite confined areas. Common uses of 40-gallon tanks include breeding and small … Read more
A 55-gallon aquarium can provide a lot of enjoyment and house a variety of fish species with room for plants and quite a few ornaments if you want some. To help you make an educated decision, we’ve collected a list of the top options available for 50 to 55-gallon aquarium setups. While they are not … Read more
If you are in the market for a fish tank, you should consider doing a little comparison shopping, before you actually buy one. Everyone has an idea of how they want to set up their aquarium, but many do not know the differences in each. Below, you will find a comparison of several 50-gallon aquariums … Read more
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve already made up your mind and you want to set up a large aquarium. The reasons to choose a 75+ gallon aquarium are multiple: water stability, enough room for quite a few fish, room for plants, decorations and last, but not least – gorgeous vast waterscape in your … Read more
What Purpose does CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) serve for a Planted Tank? Carbon dioxide is the raw material that plants use during photosynthesis to convert light into food, fiber, and other forms of biomass. Will CO2 harm my Fish? CO2 will not harm the fish in your tank at normal levels (below 30ppm), but above this … Read more
What is Substrate? If I have Gravel in my Aquarium, do I need a special Substrate? Substrate is everything that rests at the bottom of your aquarium, whether it is gravel, sand, marbles, or anything else you may put down there. What is “Clown Puke”? Clown puke is the bright multi-colored coated gravel that many … Read more
Do I have enough Light for my Tank? It is important to have an adequate amount of light for your tank, and you can’t expect the aquarium fixture you buy to come with one. If you aren’t sure whether or not you have enough light, you probably don’t. How much Light is required for my … Read more
Although most fish you house in your aquarium are likely to be carnivores, they do not necessarily need live fish to thrive. With an assortment of different alternatives, it is possible to replace the need for live feeder fish, with frozen alternates, such as bloodworms or brine shrimp. Some of these fish can also be … Read more
When looking to start and buy an aquarium you have two choices, Acrylic or Glass. Each can hold water very well and can become a home for your aquatic environment equally well, so let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each fish tank material. Material Color / Tint Acrylic, effectively a plastic tank, … Read more
With such a huge variety of manufacturers that specialize in aquariums and supplies for your pet fish, it can be a struggle to decide which one to use for different products. One manufacturer might seem to be better for filters, whereas another is clearly the best choice for gravel or algae scrapers. 1st Clear-for-Life 2nd … Read more