Fish Tanks

An air stone is something that diffuses air that is being pumped into your aquarium through an air pump. They are small and often blue or black in color and come in all shapes and sizes. And for such a little piece of equipment, there sure is a lot of misleading information on them floating around.

So if you’re serious about understanding what these devices are and why they are the one piece of equipment that should be in every tank, even if you just have a planted tank, then read on as I will be revealing some seriously important facts and killing a few fishy myths about air stones.

Are you looking to get a new aquarium? Choosing the right size for your space, and the fish you want to keep is extremely important, and that’s why I’m writing this practical guide. We’ll take a look at the standard tank sizes, their measurements, and the pros and cons of each of the aquarium sizes we overview.

Whether you have freshwater aquariums or saltwater tanks, aquarium nitrates are the ultimate bane of an aquarist’s life.However, in this article, I’ll shed some light on what nitrates actually are, and how high nitrate levels of nitrate influence your tank water.

These conditions can be found in various aquatic habitats, including blackwater rivers, swamps, and floodplains. Blackwater fish are often brightly colored and have distinctive patterns, and they are popular among aquarists for their beauty and the unique challenges of keeping them in captivity.

Blackwater fish are acid-loving freshwater fish that typically prefer water with an acidic pH of 6.5 or lower, and they require a specialized diet that includes live or frozen foods. They also require a well-planted tank with plenty of hiding places and good filtration to maintain water quality.

Your Betta Fish losing color is stressful to your fish and to you as a pet owner. There are several reasons why it may happen. One common cause is stress. Betta fish are sensitive creatures and can become stressed in response to a variety of stimuli. Changes in their environment, such as moving to a new tank or introducing new tankmates, can be stressful for bettas. Poor water quality, such as high levels of ammonia or chlorine, can also cause stress in bettas. Stress can manifest in a variety of ways, including a loss of color.

In this article, we will discuss 7 common reasons why your betta might be losing color.

Do you know the difference between hard and soft water? Aquarium water chemistry can be pretty intimidating for beginner fish keepers, but it’s really important to know the basics.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the technical terms, but don’t worry, you don’t need a lab coat and goggles for this lesson – we’re going to break it down super simple in this beginner’s guide!

However, there are shortcomings of keeping snails as your pet. If you’ve ever kept a snail, you would know they remain inactive for a very long time—it’s quite common in snails. But sometimes, an aquarium snail dies and you might mistake its inactivity for hibernation.

In this article, I’m going to list out 6 great ways on how to tell if a snail is dead.

Are you putting together your first betta fish tank? With so much conflicting information out there, it can be tough to know where to start! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. This article will teach you everything you need to know about setting up the perfect tank for your betta.

Whale hello fellow fish lover! We’re taking a quick break from our usual informative content to lighten things up and put a smile on your dial. That’s right, this post is all about having fun.

If some of the writing in this post seems a little fishy, well, gill-ty as charged! I’ve surfed the net to find the world’s best fish puns and fish jokes, no clickbait, promise!