Why New Fish Die In The First Week
Aquarists has experienced a certain type of discouragement when a newly acquired fish dies in just a few days. You diligently cycle your tank. You … Read more
Troubleshoot
This category is for general information about troubleshooting. All information about fixing aquarium related equipment will be categorized here.
Where Pest Snails Come From And How To Control Them
Snails chew on garden plant leaves and stems, which cause frustration because your hard work is wasted and there is no food. Why? They don’t … Read more
Keeping Fish Alive Through A Power Outage
That’s when it happens… The aquarium filter shut down and the lights go dark. The silence is deafening as the tank owner understand their role … Read more
Why Fish Jump Out Of Aquariums And How To Prevent It
The unmistakable sound of water hitting bottom fills your ears, followed by instant panic. Did one of your fish just escape? Or did something fall … Read more
What Happens When An Aquarium Heater Sticks On
Realizing that the water in your tank is boiling can be a terrifying moment. It usually starts out innocently enough, maybe there is just one … Read more
Why Fish Gasp At The Surface Of The Tank
When you see your fish hovering just below the water line, it’s a sign of distress. It’s also a sign of a panic attack. They … Read more
Green Water And Why Filters Will Not Clear It
There’s always that one moment of panic in every aquarium keeper‘s life. The lights come on and your tank is GREEN! It look as if … Read more
Black Beard Algae And Why It Keeps Coming Back
That’s right, black beard algae (BBA) is also know as those stubborn black speckles that refuse to come off the leaves and rocks no matter … Read more
What Causes Hair Algae And How To Remove It
Hair algae look like wispy thread of algae clinging to live plant, decorations, and even your glass. What begins as a single loose strand in … Read more
Blue Green Algae And How To Clear It For Good
One day, everything was fine in your yard, but now your pond’s gone green! It is green and thick. It’s an ecological mess. And it … Read more