Aquarium Maintenance Tips and Fish Care Guidelines
Here we discuss the basic tasks of routine aquarium maintenance. Included are tips for daily, weekly, bi-monthly, and monthly aquarium maintenance practices.
Aquarium Maintenance and Fish Care Information
Choosing the Right Aquarium Fish Food
With all the aquarium fish food offerings available, it’s easy to get confused about what food is right for your fish. Learn more about fish foods here.
Common Aquarium & Fish Keeping Mistakes
Avoid these common fish keeping and aquarium problems. When problems do arise, know how to easily identify and correct them.
What causes cloudy aquarium water?
The 3 common causes of cloudy aquarium water are free-floating substrate particles, green water caused by algae, and white cloudiness which indicate a bacterial bloom.
Where Does Aquarium Nitrate Come From?
Nitrate can not be avoided in aquariums. Nitrate results from the natural break down of waste inside the fish tank. Learn more about its sources and how to minimize overall nitrate.
Bacteria and Antibiotics in the Aquarium
Any time a bacterial disease occurs adjustments in the aquatic environment need to be made in order to lessen and to eliminate stress causing factors to the fish. Bacterial diseases should be treated with antibiotics, preferably in a quarantine tank.
Using Algone for Preventative Aquarium Maintenance
Algone maintains a low nitrate aquarium, clears and prevents cloudy aquarium water, and polishes the water to sparkling clarity.
Aquarium Water Test Kits and Testing Methods
Aquarium water test kits abound. The most commonly used are drops. The best choice for most aquarium owners is a master kit that includes all the important tests.
Keeping African Dwarf Frogs in the Aquarium
The African Dwarf Frog is an aquatic species and cannot survive on land. Two to three inches in length, these dark-green colored frogs prefer small stoned smooth gravel.
Aquarium Fish Food and Diet Requirements
Providing the correct diet is essential for fish growth and health. Dietary deficiencies can shorten the lifespan of fish, cause diseases, and contribute to a deteriorating water quality.
The Aquarium Water Change
Water changes remove nitrates and pollutants from the aquarium. Water changes also replenish the aquarium with essential minerals and trace elements important for healthy fish life.
How Much Should I Feed My Aquarium Fish?
The primary cause of many aquarium problems is accumulating waste in the water. Fish food is the main source of this waste, often resulting in high nutrients and green water.