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Im a self-published author that has kept over dozens of aquariums and raised hundreds of fish over the past 20 years.
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In this guide we take a look at 10 of the best African Dwarf Frog tank mates along with thier care needs.
In this guide we look at 10 compatible Arowana tank mates and everything you should know about housing other species with these awesome fish.
In this guide we dive into 10 of the best tank mates for platy fish along with some unique facts and care needs.
In this guide we cover 10 compatible Lionfish tank mates – not every species can handle this aggressive companion…so choose carefully!
In this guide we cover 10 compatible Severum tank mates along with a few interesting facts about each species.
In this guide we cover everything you need to know about Vallisneria Spiralis – including lighting needs, fertilizing, propagation, and more.
In this guide we cover 10 of our favorite Frontosa tank mates along with their unique care needs.
In this guide we take a look at the Flowerhorn cichlid and 10 possible tank mates that you can keep with this colorful and unique fish.
Fish and water go together like…Well, a fish in water! The last thing we’d ever consider is a fish drowning
In this guide we cover a few popular types of GloFish and share a bit about their care needs.
In this guide we cover 10 of our favorite small saltwater fish that can be kept in nano reef tanks along with care facts, pricing, and more!
In this guide we cover 15 of our favorite Pleco tank mates along with their compatibility rank and care needs.
In this guide we cover everything you need to know about setting up and maintaining the perfect Koi pond for your backyard.
In this guide we cover everything you need to know about setting up a refugium for your reef tank & all of the benefits that they offer!
This is a complete Fluval FX6 review, covering everything you need to know about this popular canister filter & whether it is the right choice for you.
In this guide we teach you everything you need to know about identifying and eliminating pesky Aiptasia from your reef tank.
In this guide we discuss the importance of aquarium aeration and provide some tips to help you aerate your fish tank the right way.
Seachem is one of the biggest brands in the aquaria hobby. In this guide we review a few of their most popular products and share what you should know.
