Of all plecos, bristlenose is the most popular species among freshwater fish keepers. This pleco is preferred to others in the family (which includes common pleco)because of it’s smaller size (usually top out at around 5 inches) and ease of maintenance. The fish are also efficient algae eaters, and males have fleshy tentacles on the head which create … Read more
There is no doubt light is crucial for both plants and fish in aquariums, whether warm or cold water. But, how long should you leave the lights on? Frankly, there is no simple answer to this question since there are many variables to consider, and only a person telling you as much is being truthful. … Read more
Live plants are key to keeping a healthy aquarium environment. But all plants need light to grow, including aquatic species. The right light will help them take in the CO2 put out by fish and use that to spruce your tank. However, choosing the perfect light for a planted aquarium can be time-consuming given the endless options … Read more
Every so often, you will notice grime forming on your aquarium glass, and you might be wondering how to get rid of it. This grime is usually a white residue or algae, more than any other form of glass smudge. The white residue is called limescale that buildup on fish tank glass mostly around the … Read more
If you are new to the fish keeping hobby, or a really cautious fish owner, I’m sure you are wondering what on earth this post is about. Well Yes, you can bleach aquarium plants, and not only plants but live ones in this case. Why would anyone do that you ask? Well, it turns out bleach … Read more
A common question among fish keepers that are new to sand substrates is “Should I wash aquarium sand?” And the short and quick answer is Yes. You ought to wash your sand substrate in the fish tank. If not, you will have frequent water clarity issues, which may potentially crowd up your filter. Another fact that … Read more
Like all living things, fish do produce waste in the form of ammonia in urine and poop, which can accumulate in your tank if not cleared on time. Moreover, the poop is quite visible when you have a light substrate like white sand, so it’s not unusual to wonder how to clean such debris. In … Read more
If you are new to the aquarium hobby, there is a chance you are freaking out because a brown-mossy -mess is quickly taking over your tank. I’m equally convinced you are worried this mass might kill your fish, maybe even your plants. Well, that brown stuff is most likely what many aquarists call brown algae, … Read more
Aquarium plants assuredly spruce your fish tank and provide a refuge for your skittish and shy fishies. They also act as perfect breeding grounds for many species of tropical fish. However, you want them to remain green and alive, which is sadly not always the case. Live aquatic plants (like any other species) tend to … Read more