So you found a bottle of expired water conditioner in your cabinet, and now you are wondering whether it’s safe to use. Depending on the conditioner’s condition – how and where it’s stored, whether the bottle is open, and if yes, how long it’s been – one can determine if their product is still usable …
A no-filter fish bowl is not easy to care for. It takes a lot of work and dedication to maintain unfiltered fish bowls. To keep fish bowls clean without a filter, do massive water changes, preferably 30-50% on alternate days. In addition to that, don’t overfeed your fish, clean gravel once a week to remove …
If the thought of using tap water for saltwater tanks has crossed your mind, you aren’t alone. However, the only problem with tap water is the algae-promoting nutrients and chemical impurities it contains. The best way to make tap water safe for saltwater aquariums is by purifying it using a RO/DI system. As a cheap …
The pH of your aquarium is a significant factor in determining the quality and chemistry of the water. Most fish can adapt to a pH that is slightly off their preference. However, the constant fluctuations can cause severe stress and, in extreme conditions, may lead to fatalities. Regularly monitor and measure your pH and when …
When you have an aquarium, facing algae becomes an inescapable part of the hobby. Algae isn’t necessarily harmful. It’s rather a natural phenomenon that indicates a balanced and healthy aquarium. At times, algae became a nuisance when it started to bloom uncontrollably. It’s not hard to deal with algae in aquarium, here are seven easy …
