For anyone new to bettas, it's easy to assume that they don't need much in the way of living space. When you first encounter bettas in the store, you will see endless rows of them living in tiny cups. Most of the cups are so small that they can't even turn around comfortably. So it's not a stretch of logic to assume that they need a similar sized aquarium to make them … [Read more...] about How to Choose a Betta Bowl
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How to Choose the Right Aquarium Sand
It seems almost a given that when you go to the store to pick up an aquarium, you also grab a few bags of multicolored gravel to use as the substrate. But gravel isn't your only option for an aquarium, and in many cases, sand can actually make a better choice Not only is sand cheaper, but it's actually superior to gravel in several ways. The biggest difference between sand … [Read more...] about How to Choose the Right Aquarium Sand
Beginner Aquarium Plants That Anyone Can Grow
If you’re new to aquariums, adding live plants can seem like a daunting task. Especially if you’re one of the many people out there who has a “brown thumb”, and your house features the withered husks of forgotten houseplants. Or maybe you’ve heard people talking about their planted tank setup, with references to T5 lights, a C02 system and a specialized substrate. It can all … [Read more...] about Beginner Aquarium Plants That Anyone Can Grow
Colorful Freshwater Fish for Beginners
It seems like everyone who purchases their first freshwater aquarium wants to immediately run out and fill it with colorful freshwater fish. And there’s nothing wrong with that (assuming you know how to cycle an aquarium). An aquarium filled with colorful fish can make a stunning addition to nearly any room in your house. The problem arises when they purchase fish for their … [Read more...] about Colorful Freshwater Fish for Beginners
How To Change Your Aquarium’s Water
If you're new to aquariums, you may be wondering how to change the water in your aquarium. Thankfully unlike so much else when it comes to fish, there is a simple, straight forward answer to this question. Of course that's assuming that we're talking about a tank containing one of the more common freshwater species, since certain rare species and brackish water species add a … [Read more...] about How To Change Your Aquarium’s Water