How Long Do Fish Live? An Ultimate Guide on The Average Lifespan of a Fish

How Long Do Fish Live An Ultimate Guide on The Average Lifespan of a Fish

One of the biggest dilemmas for fish keepers is to find a reference on how long do fish live. Yes, the concern is significant, but there are very few well-assimilated records on the ever-present quandary- how long do fish in an aquarium live? Or perhaps how long do pond fish live? Your references are typically …

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Best Aquarium Thermometers for Optimal Fish Keeping and Maintenance

Best Aquarium Thermometers for Optimal Fish Keeping and Maintenance

The art of fish keeping encompasses several elements, but among them, aquarium temperature is one factor that is often misunderstood or disregarded by aquarists. The temperature of an aquarium might not be stealing the spotlight when it comes to proper fish tank maintenance. However, it is a solid backbone that keeps the domestic ecosystem within …

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How to Solve the Cloudy Fish Tank Problem

Cloudy Fish Tank Problem

The eclectic art of fish keeping dates back to the Babylonians and Egyptians who considered the aquatic life sacred.  Even the great Roman empire was fond of keeping fish in tanks.  Fishkeeping is a fantastic hobby with vermiculate patterns, eccentric to-do lists, rewarding aesthetics, and lovely bready eyed companions.  However, as a beginner fish keeper, …

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Best Aquarium Sand for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums

Best Aquarium Sand for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums

Best Aquarium Sand for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums Written By Richy J . in Fish Tanks During my early years as a fish keeper, I was super fascinated with the shiny sand, mysterious pebbles, and the plants at the bottom of a fish tank waving to a silent rhythm.  Until I realized it is not merely for aesthetics, …

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An Aquarium Chiller Can Save Your Fish Tank in a Heatwave

Aquarium Chiller

An aquarium chiller is a game-changing revolution in the hobby, and it is hard not to get excited about it.  In the wild, fish can swim to warmer or cooler waters depending on their preference.  Our fishy friends don’t have that option, and even the smallest increase in temperature can kill them.  Even though fish …

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Best Pond Fish for an Ideal Outdoor Fish Keeping Experience

Best Pond Fish

Do you love spending time in your friend’s backyard, watching the ripples expanding in concentric circles and fading away when the beady-eyed pond fish glides in the crystal-clear water? Perhaps you are thinking of keeping your own backyard fish pond? The fish that thrives in your aquarium might not do so well in a small …

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Is Aquarium Salt Necessary in Freshwater Tanks?

Is Aquarium Salt Necessary in Freshwater Tanks

The fishkeeping community has a few controversial issues that aquarists can’t seem to agree upon, and the necessity of aquarium salt in freshwater tanks is one of them. A quick search will reveal fervent advocates on both sides. And the truth is it’s quite challenging to decide which side is right, as they both make …

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Everything You Need to Know About Aquarium Silicone

Everything You Need to Know About Aquarium Silicone

Everything You Need to Know About Aquarium Silicone Written By Richy J . in Maintenance Aquarium Silicone needs to be safe for your fish.  Silicone is a rubber compound that, once cured, forms a waterproof tight seal.  Silicones are manufactured with different components, to dry the product quickly, coloring agents and preservatives.  The added ingredients mean …

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How to Choose the Right Aquarium Rocks and Substrate for Saltwater and Freshwater Tanks

How to Choose the Right Aquarium Rocks and Substrate for Saltwater and Freshwater Tanks

How to Choose the Right Aquarium Rocks and Substrate for Saltwater and Freshwater Tanks Written By Richy J . in Equipment You found a cool rock and thinking about adding it to your fish tank?  Aquarium rocks can come from various locations; you must make sure it is safe.  We are not all geologists, and the …

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The Best Algae Eaters for Any Freshwater Aquarium

The Best Algae Eaters for Any Freshwater Aquarium

What is Algae? Although algae are dreaded among most aquarium owners, it is actually a normal part of any tank’s ecosystem.  There is no single algae scientific name because algae refers to a group of thousands of species.  Algae is unusual in that it is not considered a fungus, plant, or animal.  These photosynthetic organisms …

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