Sometimes I wish to turn off the fish tank filter for some reason. One day I researched about keeping the Fish tank filter on all the time and here is a detailed explanation. Should A Fish Tank Filter Be On All The Time? It is recommended to keep the fish tank filter on all the …
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You might be wondering, if the fish tank filter can be too powerful and cause damage to your fish and aquarium’s ecosystem, why not remove it altogether? Why not just manually clean up the fish tank regularly? Well, in this article we discuss if a fish tank filter can be too powerful or not. Also, …
Anyone with an aquarium wants to create an environment that allows the fish to live in it to thrive. Filters play an important role in this. However, with so many options on the market like sponge and canister filters, how can you guarantee you’ve picked the right filter for your aquarium? A sponge filter is …
Many hobbyists often find themselves confused between ceramic rings and bio balls. How do you decide which one is better for your aquarium? Some say ceramic media has more benefits than plastic bio balls. But how valid is this claim? Let’s find out! Ceramic rings host more beneficial bacteria than bio balls and can also …
Protein skimmers are used in saltwater aquariums to remove protein foam and oil biofilm. However, they aren’t necessary for the success of your fish tank and can be used as a supplemental filtration device. As side benefits, it helps oxygenate the water, provides efficient gas exchange, and reduces one’s reliance on frequent water changes. Overall, …
Ceramic rings are arguably one of the most effective and affordable bio-media there is. It allows the nitrifying bacteria to grow and colonize in the tank that converts the harmful ammonia and nitrite into a less toxic nitrate. However, the placement of the ceramic rings in an aquarium is a major factor determining its filtration …
UV filters, commonly known as UV sterilizers, are one of the most widely used equipments for freshwater and saltwater aquariums. If this is the first time you have come across these little tube-like devices and you are wondering if it’s really worth the investment, then, you are at the right place. UV filters use ultraviolet …