Master your aquarium care calendar! And learn practical season-by-season maintenance tips for healthy fish tanks all year round.
Gear & Tank Setups
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 and personal experience with anything from small heaters to large canister aquarium filters, and even premium LED lighting for plant or coral growth. No matter your level of experience there is something here to help you get started or improve as an aquarium hobbyist!
7 Winter Aquarium Care Mistakes to Avoid
9 Autumn Aquarium Maintenance Tasks to Keep Fish Healthy
Premium aquarium maintenance practices to keep your aquatic species healthy and tank running at optimal capacity during the Autumn season before winter’s cold months.
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10 Spring Aquarium Cleaning Tips for a Fresh Start
A step-by-step seasonal guide to help aquarists stabilize parameters, reduce organics, and enjoy a cleaner, healthier aquarium in Spring after Winter neglects.
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12 Summer Aquarium Care Tips to Beat the Heat
Here are 12 foolproof summer aquarium care tips to prepare your tank for seasonal challenges like overheating and heatwaves that could harm your fish and damage the tank.
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Jarrarium Dry Start Method 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Carpet Plants Without Water
The Jarrarium dry start method creates lush, green carpet planted substrates in jars upcycled into aquariums. It’s an easy, creative, and perfect choice for small aquascapes before adding water. Come learn more!
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Nano Reef Tank Setup Guide: Building a Thriving Miniature Marine World
Despite being small, nano reef tanks require as much care and maintenance as regular and large-sized aquariums. Here’s a detailed guide you must read before getting one for your space.
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Complete Guide to Turtle Food: What to Feed and Why It Matters
A comprehensive guide on the right foods and a balanced diet that will help your pet turtles live up to their maximum potential in optimal health.
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32-Gallon Freshwater Fish Tank Setup: Plants, Decor, & Fish-In Cycling Tips
Follow along as I create a sustainable aquascaped medium-sized freshwater aquarium, including essential equipment, plant recommendations, maintenance and much more, all wrapped up into this comprehensive guide.
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Innovative Betta Fish Tank Designs to Inspire Your Next Aquarium Setup
Highlight your beautiful Betta fish’s colors with these themed tank ideas, we’ll cover all of the basics of setting up a unique Betta tank as well as share tips on using modern technology for automated maintenance.
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