Dwarf Hairgrass Care

Dwarf Hairgrass Care – An Easy to Follow Guide

Dwarf hairgrass, Eleocharis pusilla (parvula), is very popular with aquarists who want a bright and vibrant carpeting plant. In this article, I’ll be explaining the basics Dwarf Hairgrass care. This is a type of grass that’s commonly found in planted aquariums and can create a beautiful underwater landscape for your fish. It’s important to know how to properly maintain the plant so you’re able to enjoy it for longer!

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Malawi Bloat

How to prevent and treat Malawi bloat in your cichlids

Malawi Bloat is a term that strikes fear into the hearts of cichlid keepers all over the world. Yes, this is a serious and often fatal illness but you don’t have to lose hope, if caught early enough, treatment is often possible. In this article, we’ll cover the identification, causes, and treatment of this illness so that you know what to look out for, and what to do if it affects your fish.

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Mushroom Coral

Everything You Need to Know About Mushroom Coral Care

Looking for a colorful and easy to care for coral? A Mushroom Coral is as easy as it gets when it comes to easy coral care. These wonderful soft corals are not only easy to growth, but also come in a variety of colors. They will fulfill the needs of a reefer who is just starting out and satisfy the hobbyist looks for the most exotic corals they can buy. With the popularity of bounce corals and jawbreaker mushrooms, there is a mushroom coral for everyone!

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Goldfish Temperature

Goldfish temperature – what, how and why

Ah, goldfish temperature. This is such a contested topic. An oft-repeated adage about goldfish is that they are cold-water fish, and therefore should not be put in warm water. This is somewhat untrue.

You might not know this, but Goldfish can live in water of different temperatures. But what’s the range? What temperature is best for a goldfish? Why does it matter so much? Goldfish are some of the hardiest fish you will find, yes. And because of this, they certainly can survive at colder temperatures, but that’s not always the ideal setting for them to thrive in.

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Hammer Coral

How to Care for Your New Hammer Coral

Welcome to the blog for reef tank owners! This week’s topic is on how to care for your new hammer coral. The Hammer Coral is one of the most popular corals for reef tanks for their unique shape and coloration. Caring for your new Hammer Coral is easy, as long as you know what to do! In this blog post, we’ll discuss how you can care for your new hammer coral so that you can enjoy its beauty! Let’s get started!

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Guppy Grass

Guppy Grass – A Great Plant For Breeding Fish

Guppy grass is a really popular plant in the planted tank hobby, and for good reason. This plant is very easy to grow and has plenty of great benefits for your livestock.

It can be a difficult plant to keep under control in a small tank though and tends to take over pretty fast. It is also a great plant for breeding fish, as young fish will feed on the plant and will give them the much need shelter they need to grow. Read on to learn everything you need to know to successfully grow and care for this undemanding and fast-growing aquatic plant in your aquarium.

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Jewel Cichlid

How to Care for a Jewel Cichlid in Your Home Aquarium

For many aquarists who wish to maintain a peaceful community tank, adding a jewel cichlid might not be worth it. However, keeping jewel cichlids is not only fun and rewarding, it’s also a great way to liven up your aquarium. Although their temperament might pose a problem to novice aquarists, the jewel cichlid is a worthwhile pet.

Wondering whether a jewel cichlid is worth putting in your home aquarium? Let our jewel cichlid care guide help you decide.

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Planted Aquarium

The Secrets To Keeping A Planted Aquarium (An Aquascaper’s Approach)

Planted aquariums are a great way to add life and color to your home. They can give a sense of tranquility in an otherwise busy space, and they also provide a utopia for fish giving them the most ideal environment. But maintaining one can be tricky – there is the lighting, fertilizing schedule, water conditions, etc. The complexity of a planted tank may want you to pull your hair out! That said, if you want to maintain your own plant tank with care and attention (and without having to run back inside every five minutes), I’m here to provide some secrets that will help you do so successfully.

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