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Which House Plants Do Well in Aquariums?
Aquarium plants not only accessorize your aquarium, but also provide your fish with a hiding place, as well as a place for them to spawn and lay their eggs. A number of houseplants can be used as aquarium plants.
Keeping An Aquarium - Reasons To Develop This Exciting Hobby
An aquarium can be best described as a tank which is made of plastic which is strong and is used for keeping fish, amphibians or different types of marine life. The capacity of the tank should be such that it can contain the required level of water and it can be either salt or fresh water. Many peop
How to Clean Saltwater Reef Aquariums For Nitrate and Phosphate Reduction
Information on reducing algae growth in marine reef aquariums by limiting it's food source.A quick understanding of the nutrient cycle and how to control it through effective water changes and cleaning.
How to Care for Otocinclus Catfish
Otocinclus, also known as "dwarf suckermouth catfish" and "otos," are small catfish that live in freshwater. They are an herbivorous and relatively non-aggressive fish that many people buy to keep their aquariums free of algae. They can be kept alive for several years in good hea
Betta Fish Guide - How to Take Care of Your Betta Fish
A betta fish is indeed one of the great fishes you can place in your aquarium. Aside from the low-cost maintenance and being relatively easy to take care of, it is also a colorful fish that is attractive to put in your fish tank.
7 Freshwater Aquarium Substrate Tips
The subject of freshwater aquarium substrate is often overlooked during the setting up of a fresh water aquarium. If the wrong choices are made then the effects can be devastating for the whole environment, including the fish. This article identifies 7 tips to ensure things will not go wrong.
How to Handle Sick Goldfish - And What to Look For
A goldfish is usually an active and lively fish. If you find your goldfish just floating lazily, this may be an indication that something is not right. Immediate action should be taken.
Aquarium Planting Guide
All plants need a combination of light, carbon dioxide (co2) nutrients and trace elements in order to ensure healthy growth. This is a common knowledge for everyone, but more people do not know that plants need those things in fixed proportions. For instance, if a plant had unlimited amount of light
How to Identify and Take Care of Coolie Loach Fish
The coolie loach (pangio kuhli) belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Also called Kuhli loach or leopard loach, it is native to the waters of Southern Asia: Borneo, Java, Malaysia and Thailand. This serpentine snake is relatively inexpensive to buy and quite undemanding to keep.
How to Weld Plexiglass With Glue
The solvent used to weld Plexiglass is not glue, but rather a chemical that breaks the molecular bonds in the Plexiglass. When you apply the solvent to the surface of the Plexiglass, the surface of the Plexiglass becomes sticky and when two pieces of Plexiglass are treated and firmly pressed togethe
How Do I Use an Aquasafe Water Conditioner?
Water conditioners serve two important purposes in the care and maintenance of home aquariums. Conditioners neutralize harmful chlorine, chloramine and other potentially dangerous heavy metals that are found in tap water. They also work to coat aquarium fish with a protective slime, which mimics the
Most Suitable Plants For Your Fish Tank
While placing a plan inside your fish tank you must be careful not to place any household plants in it. This is because they are not water plants and therefore are not suitable for underwater life.
Starting a Small Aquarium
Starting a small aquarium can be an even harder task than starting a larger aquarium. Keeping the water parameters stable in a small aquarium is no mean feat and relying on water changes is not an acceptable substitute for true knowledge.
Are Fish Good Pets?
Many people think that the best alternative to a dog or cat is a Fish.Why not, right? They don't bark, they don't have a litter box to clean, they are easy!Well, that is really not the case.
Why Betta Fish Fight Each Other
Betta fish is also famous by the name of Siam Fighting Fish. Siam is the conventional name for Thailand. There are many variety of betta fish, the most widespread is Betta Splendens. Betta is local to Thailand and is found in several other parts of Asia as well, namely Vietnam, Cambodia and Malaysia
How to Take Care of a Baby Bumble Bee
A baby bumble bee is typically safest within its own colony. It is fed and taught how to survive in nature. But sometimes a shift in weather or injury can severely impact the baby bumblebee's ability to survive within the colony. If you've found a injured or downed baby bumble bee and want to care f
The Dangers of Fish Farming
The industry of fish farming is one of the fastest-growing kinds of agriculture in the 21st century, with a growth rate around three times faster than land-based animal agriculture. Fish farming is the process of enclosing fish within netted or metal cages in indoor- or ocean-based locations for rea
How to Set Up a Livescribe Pulse Pen
The Livescribe Pulse smartpen syncs your handwritten notes with audio. As you write, the pen records the audio. When you review your notes, tap on any area to listen to the audio that recorded at the precise moment you wrote that note. The Pulse pen only works with Livescribe dot paper notebooks. Th
How to Open a Rio 2500 Pump
The Rio 2500 is an aquarium pump used to power under gravel filters. The maintenance schedule calls for the impeller to be cleaned weekly, otherwise it may clog with debris. To clean the impeller, you must first open the pump. Fortunately, opening the pump is simply a matter of removing the strainer
How to Remove Algae From Parrot Feathers
Parrot feather is a fast-growing, slightly bushy aquarium plant with many small leaves that can sometimes accumulate algae. Cleaning these plants is similar to any kind of algae management -- it's a duty that can be shared between you and your fish. Manual solutions, as well as preventative measures