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General info that applies to both freshwater and saltwater fish keeping!

Brown Algae Aquarium Issues: How to Get Rid of It for Good

April 29, 2022 by Jason Roberts
brown aquarium algae

This is a complete guide to brown algae in fish tanks. We look at all of the common reasons and how to get rid of brown algae for good.

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Fin Rot: What Is It and How Can I Treat It?

April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 by Jason Roberts
dirty aquarium

This is a complete guide to understanding and treating fin rot in fish. We discuss common products and well as effective treatment methods.

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Cotton Wool Disease: Causes and Treatment in Aquarium Fish

March 2, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Cotton wool disease is a sickness in aquarium fish that can arise unexpectedly. It is fatal if left untreated and … Read more

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How to Treat Swim Bladder Disease in Aquarium Fish

February 13, 2022 by Jason Roberts
How to Treat Swim Bladder Disease in Aquarium Fish

Swim bladder disease is unfortunately a common issue in pet owners, especially for betta fish and goldfish. A floating fish … Read more

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Identifying and Curing Anchor Worms in Freshwater Fish

February 11, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Anchor worms are one of the more common freshwater fish parasites out there. They can show up seemingly out of … Read more

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The Remarkable and Diverse Butterfly Fish Family

January 27, 2022January 25, 2022 by Jason Roberts

Butterfly fish are in some ways the very epitome of the saltwater aquarium hobby! These fish tend to be more … Read more

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Dropsy Fish Disease: How to Identify & Treat It Effectively

April 13, 2022January 25, 2022 by Jason Roberts
aquarium

Dopsy is problem that most fish-keepers will encounter at some point. This guide teaches you how to identify and treat it.

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Understanding The Betta Fish Anatomy

January 11, 2022January 8, 2022 by Jason Roberts

There are many interesting aspects to the anatomy of fish that are worth exploring. Why? Because the evolution of fish … Read more

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Standard Aquarium Sizes, Weights, & Dimensions

May 24, 2021April 21, 2021 by Jason Roberts
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In this guide we cover all of the standard aquarium sizes, weights, and dimensions to help you pick the perfect size tank.

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