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  • Getting Started & How-Tos
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    • Setup Overviews
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      • Nitrate in Saltwater Aquarium
      • Cloudy Water
      • Green Water
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      • Gear Overviews
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      • LED Aquarium Lighting
        • For Coral Growth
        • For Plant Growth
        • For a Refugium
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        • Canister
        • For Turtle Tank
        • The Quietest
        • Floss
      • Aquarium Heater
      • Substrate for Planted Tanks
      • Aquarium Plant Fertilizer
      • Aquarium Powerhead
      • Aquarium CO2 Regulator
      • Aquarium UV Sterilizer
      • Aquarium RO DI System
  • Freshwater Aquarium
    • Freshwater Care Overviews
    • Freshwater Fish Ideas
      • Freshwater Fish Guides
      • Best for Beginners
      • Most Colorful Species
      • Species For a Small 5-Gallon Tank
      • Betta Fish
      • Goldfish
      • Freshwater Shrimp
      • Angel Fish
      • Discus Fish
      • Oscar Fish
      • Cory Catfish
      • Cichlids
      • Rainbowfish
      • Freshwater Snails
      • Freshwater Turtles
      • Plecos
      • Pet Eels
      • Pet Sharks
      • Smallest Species
      • Easiest Species To Take Care of
      • Community Species
      • Cold Water Species
      • Species That Eat Snails
      • Hair Algae Eaters
      • Coolest Species
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      • Reef Safe Species
      • Algae Eaters
      • Small & Nano Species
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    • Treating Freshwater Ich
    • Treating Saltwater Ich
    • Nitrate Poisoning
    • Swimming Upside-Down
  • Aquatic Profiles
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    • Betta Fish
    • Cichlids
    • Cory Catfish
    • Discus Fish
    • Freshwater Shrimp
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    • Goldfish
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Getting Started & How-Tos

Here you’ll find dedicated guides about all things related to Getting Started and How-Tos for your aquarium. On this page, a beginner can get some creative ideas about different aquatic plants, saltwater and freshwater fish, as well as general care guidelines. The experienced hobbyist is not overlooked either as they will gain in-depth insights while examining the comprehensive guides in this section.

When I started in this hobby years ago, and even to today, the detail these articles provide would have saved me so much headache. Even to this day I refer to these articles when I set up or change a tank. Having all of this information in one place is truly invaluable, enjoy!

Apistogramma cacatuoides (Cockatoo): The Stunning Cockatoo of the Aquarium World

All the reasons why you should use the Cockatoo Cichlid as the centerpiece in your community aquarium. Including breeding tips, tank setup. and health care tips. 

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Rainbow kribensis (Pelvicachromis pulcher): A Colorful Addition to Your Freshwater Aquarium 

A complete guide on the vibrant, colorful beauty of Pelvicachromis Pulcher, including special care tips on preserving its distinct colorful scales, internal health, and emotional state. 

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Saving Shrimp Eggs: A Step-by-Step Guide When the Mother Shrimp Dies

Discover how to save shrimp eggs after the mother shrimp’s passing with our comprehensive guide. Learn essential tips for successful shrimplet (baby shrimp) hatching and care!

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Pseudotropheus saulosi (Mbuna Cichlid): A Vibrant Cichlid for Your Aquarium 

Your one-stop shop for everything Pseudotropheus saulosi, including health care, habitat creation, compatible tank mates, identification, breeding and much on these beautiful Mbuna cichlids. 

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Cleithracara maronii (Keyhole Cichlid): A Gentle Guide to Perfect Care

Dive into the captivating realm of Cleithracara maronii, the Keyhole Cichlid. Learn how to create the perfect habitat and care for these charming fish in your aquarium.

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Telmatochromis temporalis: The Ultimate Guide to Care, Habitat, and Breeding 

Discover the intriguing traits of Telmatochromis temporalis, a cichlid native to Lake Tanganyika. This comprehensive guide includes care, breeding, and habitat tips. 

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Mikrogeophagus altispinosus (Bolivian Ram): The Gentle Beauty of Freshwater Aquariums

Discover the beauty of Mikrogeophagus altispinosus, the Bolivian Ram! This guide offers essential tips for maintaining these vibrant dwarf cichlids in your aquarium.

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Pigeon Blood Discus: A Complete Care Guide for Stunning Aquarium Display

This aquarium guide will cover everything you need to know about Pigeon Blood Discus fish from their intricate fish care to their ideal tankmates, feeding tips, if breeding is simple, and much more. Beginners and seasoned aquarists are welcome to use this guide as their go-to resource for keeping these vibrant species thriving and healthy!

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Apistogramma Borellii (Umbrella cichlid): Unlock the Secrets to Caring for Umbrella Cichlids 

Umbrella Cichlids are small with bright multicolored scales that leave a striking impression. This article will provide health tips on maintaining these beauties in a community tank. 

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Complete Care Guide for Mikrogeophagus ramirezi (Ram Cichlid) 

Do you want to add a burst of colors to your aquarium with a single fish? Introducing the vibrant freshwater Mikrogeophagus ramirezi, a.k.a Ram Cichlid, with care tips.

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