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!

 Red-Eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans): The Most Popular Pet Turtle Explained 

March 21, 2025

Get the best care and maintenance tips for keeping the most popular semi-aquatic turtle species, the Red-Eared Slider, in your...
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Venezuelan Corydoras (Corydoras venezuelanus): A Vibrant Addition to Community Tanks 

March 21, 2025

Get the best care tips for the distinguished beauty, Venezuelan Corydoras. Come find out why this small bottom-dweller stands out...
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Are Dwarf Gourami Peaceful?

March 17, 2025

Dwarf gourami, a popular freshwater fish breed, is known for its exquisite appearance and stunning colors. But before adding them...
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Innovative Betta Fish Tank Designs to Inspire Your Next Aquarium Setup 

March 16, 2025

Highlight your beautiful Betta fish’s colors with these themed tank ideas, we’ll cover all of the basics of setting up...
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Similis Corydoras (Corydoras similis): The Underrated Gem for Your Freshwater Aquarium 

March 16, 2025

From its black smudge spots to its iridescent blue-green scales, discover the beauty of this rare freshwater Corydoras species, C....
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Pygmy Corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus): The Tiny Schooling Catfish for Nano Tanks 

March 14, 2025

Highlighting one of the best tiny fish species for nano tanks, the Pygmy Corydoras, this guide includes special care practices...
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Three Stripe Corydoras (Corydoras trilineatus): The Lively Bottom- Dweller with Intricate Patterns 

March 11, 2025

Check out the intricate reticulated pattern that distinguishes Three Stripe Corydoras (False Julii Corydoras) from the real Julii Corydoras, including...
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Adolfo’s Corydoras (Corydoras adolfoi): The Golden-Headed Gem of the Aquarium 

March 7, 2025

Get the best care tips for preserving this Corydoras glowing orange scales and keeping them safe from incompatible tankmates. Come...
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Dwarf Corydoras (Corydoras hastatus, Corydoras pygmaeus, Corydoras habsorus): The Tiny Bottom-Dweller with a Big Personality 

March 5, 2025

Discover the differences and similarities between the top three Dwarf Corydoras species. Understand the care tips necessary for keeping these...
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Albino Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus): The Pearl White Bottom-Dweller for Your Aquarium 

March 4, 2025

Albino Corydoras share many qualities with Corydoras aeneus because it’s a genetically modified variant of the species. Learn all the...
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