While using air stones, air pumps, and filters, we fishkeepers often think: Are we over-oxygenating our tanks? Having kept fish since childhood and owning three home fish tanks (at present), I understand your concerns. So let’s dive in together and explore the topic in detail! Can There Be Too Much Oxygen In Fish Tank? Theoretically, … Read more
All aquarium enthusiasts have to submerge their hands in the tank’s water at one point or another. Most enthusiasts find themselves wondering whether or not this is safe for the fish, though. It’s a fair inquiry and one that shows your passion and consideration of the fish inside. You can put your hand in a … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to keep plants or other items in place in your tank and struggled, you might have wondered, can you use rubber bands in aquarium setups? It is important to check before adding manmade materials that might not be suitable, so let’s find out! Many people use rubber bands in their aquariums … Read more
Whether setting up a new tank or sprucing up an established one, it’s important to understand what causes spikes in water parameters. This will be important when you add fish, new decorations, additional plants, and when you want to use a sandy substrate. Does aquarium sand cause ammonia spikes? Yes, it does. For new tanks … Read more
The term ‘pH’ refers to the ‘potential of hydrogen’ and it is a measurement of the acidity of a liquid. Aquarium fish live long and healthy lives when the water has a pH level of between 7.2 and 7.8. This means that a pH level of 7.8 is not too high for an aquarium. A … Read more
Okay, so you get your fish tank and set it up with lights. Then you leave the lights on 24/7. But wait! Should fish tank lights be on all the time? No, fish tank light should not be on all the time because it gives rise to algae growth and also stresses the fish. Aquarium … Read more
As a fish keeper, one of the most common questions we get confused about is whether to have an open fish tank or a closed one. Out of curiosity, I did complete research on this, and here’s what I found. Should a fish tank be covered? It is recommended to cover a fish tank because … Read more
Did your fish tank crack just now? And you want to figure out the reasons behind it. Also, the solution and preventive measures, so that it never happens again? Then you are in the right place. Here’s Why Fish Tank Cracks: The surface of the fish tank is not leveled. The quality of the fish … Read more
