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THE SURPRISING HEALTH BENEFITS OF A HOME AQUARIUM

WEB4. Decreased pain and anxiety. Watching a fish tank is almost hypnotic. Not only does your heart rate slow down and your blood pressure normalizes, but you may …

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Behavioral Changes and Problems in Aquarium Fish

WEBIt is not uncommon for aquarium fish to experience a change in appetite once in a while but if that change begins to affect the health and wellness of your fish, you …

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Water Testing in Your Freshwater Aquarium

WEBSoft water can cause pH crashes which can stress fish in your aquarium. The result of a water hardness test is measured in degrees (dH) and the type of fish and …

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Cleaning Your Tank Can Make You Sick

WEBWritten by Kate Barrington Updated May 02, 2023. Cleaning your aquarium is a necessity in order to keep your fish healthy. Recent studies suggest, however, that it …

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Common Saltwater Aquarium Fish Diseases

WEBMarine White Spot Disease. Also known as Marine Ich, Marine White Spot Disease is caused by the parasite Cryptocaryon irritans. This disease typically manifests …

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT FILTRATION SYSTEM FOR YOUR …

WEBAlmost all filtration systems will utilize mechanical and biological filtration processes and most of them will allow you to add a chemical filtration unit. Choosing the …

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The Pros and Cons of Live Food for Fish

WEBDaphnia, or water fleas, are a type of plankton that is often fed to fry. These creatures are a great source of vitamin A and vitamin D for aquarium fish. In addition to …

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What You Need to Know About pH in Marine Aquariums

WEBMeasurements of pH are taken on a scale from 1 to 14 with 7.0 being a neutral value – measurements below 7.0 are acidic and measurements above are …

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Safety Tips for Freshwater Aquariums

WEBTo protect yourself from harmful bacteria, consider wearing rubber gloves when you clean your tank and be sure to always wash your hands after coming into …

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Maintenance Schedule for Reef Tanks

WEB125 gallons freshwater fish tank (mostly fish and non-living decorations) Perform Water Changes – Bi-Monthly. In addition to refilling your top-off reservoir, you …

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DIAGNOSING PROBLEMS WITH AQUARIUM PLANTS

WEBIn many cases, problems with aquarium plants are easy to diagnose – use the chart below to quickly diagnose whatever problems you are experiencing in your …

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Properly Aerating Your Aquarium

WEBProperly aerating your aquarium allows your fish to breathe properly, which is essential for good health. The devices most commonly used to increase aeration in fish …

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How to Modify PH in a Saltwater Tank

WEBAdding one mL of distilled white vinegar per gallon of tank water will help to reduce the pH in your tank by about 0.3 units. Another option is to add carbon dioxide …

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CHOOSING A FRESHWATER AQUARIUM SUBSTRATE

WEBSand is also susceptible to compacting. This makes it a poor choice for a planted aquarium as the roots can have a difficult time penetrating this compacted …

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GUIDE FOR KEEPING ANEMONES IN A REEF TANK

WEBThe ideal temperature range for anemones is between 76 and 78°F and the salinity should remain at a stable specific gravity between 1.024 and 1.026. Levels of …

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Good Medications to Keep on Hand

WEBCommon Medications for Fish Diseases Methylene Blue = This product is an anti-fungal and anti-bacterial agent which can be used to treat many common saltwater …

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Improving Color in Aquarium Fish

WEBIn order to improve fading color in aquarium fish it is important to offer a varied diet of live, frozen and freeze-dried foods that are full of the color-boosting …

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Choosing the Right Butterflyfish for Your Reef Tank

WEBThe Tahiti butterflyfish comes from the eastern Pacific ocean, though its range is limited to the society islands, Tahiti, and Tuamoto. This species is …

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Preparing an Aquarium for Your Vacation

WEBVacation Checklist. Perform a water change and tank cleaning a day or two before you leave. Monitor tank temperature before you leave to ensure heater is working …

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