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      • For Coral Growth
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      • For Turtle Tank
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  • About / Contact
  • Freshwater Aquarium
    • Betta Fish
    • Fish Ideas
      • Species For a Small 5-Gallon Tank
      • Smallest Species
      • Most Colorful Species
      • Easiest Species To Take Care of
      • Community Species
      • Cold Water Species
      • Species That Eat Snails
      • Pet Eels
      • Hair Algae Eaters
      • Pet Sharks
      • Coolest Species
    • Fish Keeping Guides
  • Saltwater Aquarium
    • Ideas for Fish
      • Reef Safe Species
      • Algae Eaters
      • Small & Nano Species
  • Fish Diseases
    • White Spots
    • Treating Freshwater Ich
    • Treating Saltwater Ich
    • Nitrate Poisoning
    • Swimming Upside-Down
  • Water Care
    • Aquarium Bacteria Starter
    • Nitrate in Freshwater Aquarium
    • Nitrate in Saltwater Aquarium
    • Nitrite
    • Cloudy Water
    • Green Water
  • Gear Help
    • LED Aquarium Lighting
      • For Coral Growth
      • For Plant Growth
      • For a Refugium
    • Aquarium Heater
      • Small
    • Aquarium Filter
      • Canister
      • For Turtle Tank
      • The Quietest
      • Floss
    • Aquarium Tank
      • For a Betta Fish
    • Aquarium UV Sterilizer
    • Aquarium RO DI System
    • Aquarium Powerhead
    • Aquarium CO2 Regulator
    • Aquarium Plant Fertilizer
    • Substrate for Planted Tanks
  • Aquascaping
  • Aquarium Dimensions

Gear Help

This is where you’ll find help with different types of aquarium gear and equipment.

Learn how to choose the best products for your particular tank setup with the comprehensive guides found here.

In these guides, I will share my research or personal experience with anything from small heaters to large canister aquarium filters, and even premium LED lighting for plant or coral growth.

What size should an aquarium heater be? (Based on gallon capacity)

December 26, 2022December 23, 2022 by Momchil

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Unlike other animals that can regulate their own body temperature, fish have to entirely rely on their environment.

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Why is your fish tank filter not working? (Troubleshooting tips)

May 3, 2023 by Momchil

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The maintenance of an aquarium is a balancing act that requires the adequate functioning of every component in the system.

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What do you need for a freshwater fish tank? (Checklist)

May 2, 2023June 7, 2022 by Momchil

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Starting your first aquarium can seem a bit complex until you go over the basic necessities and what their function is.

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7 Best Toys for Pet Turtles to Play With

October 14, 2022December 5, 2020 by Momchil

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Having a happy turtle habitat at home means carefully recreating the natural environment of turtles that live in the wild.

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Best Online Fish Stores to Buy Live Aquarium Fish, Flora & Gear

December 20, 2022September 27, 2020 by Momchil

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Buying live aquarium animals from the Internet is way easier and more convenient than most people think.

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Best Heat Lamps & UVB Lights for a Turtle Tank

July 3, 2022September 14, 2020 by Momchil

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Setting up a turtle tank might get confusing, especially if you are not familiar with the needs of your pet.

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5 Best Small Aquarium Heaters (Under 6.5″) for Nano Tanks

December 23, 2022August 8, 2020 by Momchil

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Updated: 09/2021.

If a compact aquarium is what you want, then you need to carefully consider the size of its equipment.

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5 Best UV sterilizers to CLEAR an aquarium (2023)

May 31, 2023 by Momchil

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You’ve heard about the power of the ultraviolet spectrum, but should you trust your fish tank with it?

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Best Canister Filters for Each Gallon Tank Capacity (2023)

April 10, 2023 by Momchil

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Aquarium filtration is arguably the most important aspect of keeping healthy fish.

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The 4 Best Aquarium Bacteria Supplements & Starters

October 3, 2022April 14, 2020 by Momchil


Updated: 05/2021.
The main aim when cycling your new fish tank is to make sure the aquarium is habitable.

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The 7 Best RO DI Systems For a Reef Tank (For Pristine Water)

October 14, 2022March 7, 2020 by Momchil

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Having the saline water in your saltwater aquarium unpolluted is so important because it supports virtually all creatures in it.

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The 10 Best Betta Fish Tanks & Kits: Top Picks for Beginners

December 23, 2022January 9, 2020 by Momchil

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Providing a decent home aquarium for the pet fish in the world is key to their well-being and overall health.

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5 Best Powerheads for a Natural Flow in a Reef Tank

April 26, 2023 by Momchil

In a reef tank, the flow of water is essential for the corals and fish that are used to waves and currents in the oceans.

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A Cheat Sheet to Fish Tank Gallon Sizes and Dimensions

December 23, 2022January 3, 2020 by Momchil

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7 Best Filters for Your Turtle Tank & its Gallon Capacity

April 22, 2023 by Momchil

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While researching the pet turtles for your home aquarium you find out that they are noticeably messy.

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Best Rocks for Elegant & Risk-Free Decor in a Cichlid Tank

December 28, 2022December 3, 2019 by Momchil

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Updated: 05/2021.
In their natural habitats, cichlids like to relax, breed, or hide in secluded places and that’s why they become timid, stressed, or aggressive if they have to dwell in a bare tank with no hideaways.

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14 Best Foods for Cichlids That Need More Growth & Color

December 28, 2022November 24, 2019 by Momchil

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Updated: 05/2021.
Anyone who cares for cichlid species knows that feeding them is one of the best parts of keeping them.

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The 5 Best CO2 Regulators for a Stable Planted Aquarium

November 20, 2021November 15, 2019 by Momchil

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Updated: 05/2021.

It’s no secret that aquatic plants need carefully regulated amounts of Carbon Dioxide to thrive.

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Best LED Refugium Lights to Grow Massive Chaetomorpha

September 1, 2022November 14, 2019 by Momchil

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Updated: 09/2022.
As far as natural solutions for saltwater fish tanks go, there’s not much that is cooler than refugiums as a form of aquarium filtration.

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The Best Coral Foods for Rapid Reef Growth in the Aquarium

October 14, 2022November 1, 2019 by Momchil

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Saltwater reef aquariums are the epitome of the hobby.

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Best LED Aquarium Lighting for Reef Tank Corals (2023)

May 11, 2023 by Momchil

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Looking after a reef tank at home requires dedication, profound knowledge, and having the right equipment.

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11 Best LED Aquarium Lighting Units According to Gallon Size

October 14, 2022October 24, 2019 by Momchil

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Updated: 09/2021.

*I wasn’t skilled enough to draw a LED so I drew a bulb instead. Meh.

After their emergence, LED lights have dominated the market in the fishkeeping hobby, and there’s a reason for that.

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Best GFO and Carbon Media Reactors for a Stable Reef Tank

October 14, 2022October 22, 2019 by Momchil


Updated: 05/2021.
When it comes to saltwater aquarium filtration, at times you need more than the regular protein skimmer to get rid of all the pollutants.

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The 8 Best Aquarium Fertilizers for THRIVING Aquatic Plants

February 20, 2023October 6, 2019 by Momchil

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Updated: 11/2021.

To impress with your planted tank you’ll likely need the help of commercial products.

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What Exactly is a Canister Filter and How Does it Work?

April 7, 2023 by Momchil

When I was initially looking into the filtration system I use for my fish tank I wasn’t aware of the many varieties out there.

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Momchil has had his fair share of aquarium care. He has made MANY mistakes throughout his fishkeeping journey and thus learned A LOT. In Aquanswers, Momchil shares knowledge about freshwater and saltwater home aquariums with the people from his community.

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