Thinking about setting up your first aquarium? That’s awesome! But before you dive in, let’s talk about the real cost of keeping fish. Many beginners get surprised by ongoing expenses, so understanding what you’re getting into financially is crucial. The good news? Running a fish tank doesn’t have to break the bank if you know […]
Smart Aquarium Storage: Keep Your Tank Healthier and Save Money Keeping an aquarium thriving goes way beyond feeding time and choosing pretty plants. One of the biggest game-changers—that hardly anyone talks about—is how you store your water, food, equipment, and supplements. Get this right, and you’ll see better water quality, less waste, and a setup
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What’s the Best Food for Your Aquarium Fish? A Complete Feeding Guide Feeding your fish should be one of the highlights of fishkeeping. But standing in front of those shelves packed with flakes, pellets, freeze-dried treats, and live cultures can feel overwhelming. The good news? Once you understand what your fish actually need, feeding becomes
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Are Fish Tank Filters Supposed to be Loud? If you’ve recently set up an aquarium or you’re a seasoned fish keeper, you might be wondering about the noise coming from your filtration system. The short answer is no, fish tank filters are not supposed to be loud. While they’ll never be completely silent, a properly
Are Fish Tank Filters Universal? Setting up an aquarium is exciting, but choosing the right filter can feel overwhelming. One of the most common questions new fishkeepers ask is: are fish tank filters universal? The short answer is no, but understanding the nuances will help you make the best choice for your aquatic setup. Understanding
5 Best Aquarium Heaters for Fish Tanks (2025) Keeping your fish happy starts with one key factor, regardless of the species you’re keeping: stable water temperature. The right fish tank heater will keep your tank water at consistent temperature, minimising the risk of stress and disease, which can be brought upon by sudden temperature swings
Best 5 Filters for Betta Nano Tanks (2025) If you’re setting up a nano aquarium for a lovely little Betta splendens (betta fish), you may have heard the myth that “bettas don’t need filters”. But the truth is, they do. Especially in a nano tank environment (say 5-10 US gallons or roughly 19-38 liters). A
As I have gotten more, and bigger, fish tanks over the years, water changes have lost some of their charm. While I love being able to provide a clean home for my fish, and to see them swim about in the clean water happily once I’m finished, carrying the multiple and heavy buckets and cleaning
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7 Best Air Pumps for Fish Tanks in 2026 Looking for a solid air pump for your aquarium? If you’ve been in the hobby a while, you know a good air pump isn’t just about bubbles — it’s about consistent oxygenation, reliable performance, and not having a constant hum buzzing in the background. Whether you’re
The art of keeping fish healthy is not in fish keeping, but in keeping good quality water. From time to time, this will require the changing of a small percentage of old water with new, or topping up of water levels after noticeable evaporation has occurred. If using chlorinated water from your household tap, or
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