Fish Aquarium Accessories Archives

Fish Tanks: Glass versus Acrylic

Back in the 70’s it seen every household I visited had a container of fish of some sort. Guppies caught from banks and popped into bowls, angelfish purchased from run-down aquariums in the neighborhood and housed in algae-coated tanks, and Siamese fighting fish kept individually in old jam and cookie ...

How Not To Remove Medication Through Carbon Filtration System?

Q: As I understand that the function of carbon in a filtration system is to remove toxic substances. On the same thought, it also removes any medication that has been added to the water. If so, is there a substitute for carbon that will not remove the medication? Carbon filtration is ...

Basics on Aquarium Accessories: Pump, Light, Timer, Thermostat

I've written quite a few articles on aquarium accessories, from aquarium hood to ornaments and some in between. Here's another accessory segment (digested version) on aquarium pump, light, timer, thermostat: Basics on Aquarium Accessories Aquarium Pump: All fish need oxygen to live, and so do the plants in the tank. Fish breathe ...

Beginner’s Guides On Buying An Aquarium Tank

If you are a beginner fish hobbyist and you’re unsure that your new-found passion would take root, it’s best to start with a smaller-sized tank. If everything goes well, you could upgrade to a larger tank later on. However, upgrading will not be just a matter of buying a bigger tank. ...

Are You Laying The Right Substrate For Your Aquarium?

After you have acquired the appropriate aquarium tank for your fish, the next step is to lay the substrate. The substrate is the layer of material places on the floor of the tank. It can comprise sand, pebbles or gravel. Besides enhancing the aesthetics of the aquarium, the appropriate substrate for your ...

Incandescent Lighting vs. Metal Halide Lighting

This is a continuation article from the previous aquarium lighting series—Fluorescent Lighting vs. Compact Fluorescent Lighting. Incandescent Lighting These types of lights are inexpensive and versatile, and suitable for both big and small aquariums. In smaller aquariums, there is an advantage of being able to fit many different types of these bulbs into ...

Nourish Your Aquarium Plants with Proper Supplements or Face Death

If you have a heavily planted aquarium, it would be good to establish a fertilizing schedule. Without CO2 (carbon dioxide) and/or liquid fertilizers, your aquatic plants will not thrive and algae growth will accelerate. When unhealthy plants have to compete with algae blooms for nutrient, your aquarium will ultimately deteriorate. Generally, ...

6 Tips To Help You Tackle Fishkeeping Problems With Ease

Every once in a while our fish get sick, our tank gets cloudier, or we unintentionally harvesting snails in our aquarium. Most of these problems can be taken care of easily without doing drastic measures that result in endangering our fish. 1. White Spots in Bettas First, negate all possibility of ...

Which Fish Food Is Right For My Fish

With so many types of fish food made available for our fish, it’s no wonder new hobbyists are baffled with the varieties or lost in confusion. Let’s take a closer look on three common fish food and a feeding accessory. 1. Automatic Feeders Most fishkeepers rely on a neighbor or relative to ...

Fluorescent Lighting vs. Compact Fluorescent Lighting

There are advantages and disadvantage to each type of aquarium lighting. Some may be more suitable for particular types of aquariums than others. For a standard aquarium kept in a living room, fluorescent bulbs are probably the most practical choice. Energy-efficient and safe, they are a staple for hobbyists who intend ...