Otocinclus catfish are pretty good at cleaning aquarium glass. They have suction cup style mouth structure which enables them to easily clean algae from the glass. But do they just clean glass? What about other parts of the tank like plants and rocks? And what to do if they are not cleaning your glass as … Read more
We have 3 fish tanks in our home. And in one of them, we often had some algae problems – especially on the glass surface. But all of that changed after we added these two fish: In the past, we also had Pleco and ahead in this post I’ll talk more about it. But frankly, … Read more
Having trouble catching your aquarium fish with a net, or maybe you don’t have a fish net and need a quick alternative? Then luckily, you’re in the right place because in this guide, I’ll be sharing five effective and practical tips for getting your fish out of the tank without a net. And make sure … Read more
Are you constantly refilling your fish tank water, yet struggling to figure out why it evaporates so quickly? Then you’re at the right place! In this blog post, I will share with you the 6 most common reasons why your fish tank is evaporating so fast and the fixes to the issue. So without further … Read more
When it comes to setting up and maintaining a fish tank, one of the important decisions that you’ll need to make is how high to fill the tank with water. While it may seem like a simple task, the water level in your tank can have a big impact on the tank ecosystem. So, should … Read more
Vinegar is a liquid found in our homes and commonly used for cleaning purposes. But it is not suitable for some surfaces, including rubber. Now silicone is also a type of special rubber used in fish tanks. So, before you use vinegar to clean your tank, it’s a good idea to find out if it’s … Read more
Some algae are healthy in a fish tank, but algae in unnatural colors, such as purple, or in extreme quantities are worth monitoring. Purple algae are rare, but if you do see them in your tank, they are often a sign that something else is off with your setup. Here is how to identify the … Read more
Salt usage is well-known in the aquarium hobby for treating fish diseases. Almost all of us have table salt in our homes. So you might be wondering, why look for anything else if we already have it? But is that simple? Let’s see! Can You Add Table Salt To A Fish Tank? As a general … Read more
Fish tanks, especially their tops, tend to show accumulated proteins in the form of a thick film. In this article, we will go over ways to get rid of protein films in fish tanks, along with easy methods to keep such accumulated filth at bay. This Is How You Get Rid Of Protein Films The … Read more
To make chlorine-heavy tap water safe, we use a water conditioner. The aquarium water conditioner is a liquid chemical that is added to tank water to get rid of harmful chlorine, chloramine, and other harmful components present in the tap water. Now you might be thinking about how quickly they work? How long do you … Read more