Aquarium Care Blog

Expert guides on fish stocking, tank maintenance, and aquarium care

Aggressive vs Peaceful Fish: How to Build a Calm Community Aquarium

Learn the difference between aggressive and peaceful fish, how to identify temperament, and build a harmonious community tank where all fish can thrive together.

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What Fish Can Live Together? The Complete Compatibility Chart for Beginners

Learn which fish can live together peacefully. Complete compatibility guide covering temperament, size, water parameters, and behavior to build a harmonious community tank.

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How Many Fish Can You Put in a Tank? Stocking Calculator Explained

Learn how aquarium stocking calculators work, why they're better than the 1 inch per gallon rule, and how to use them to plan your perfect tank safely.

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Top 15 Most Peaceful Community Fish for Beginners

Discover the 15 best peaceful community fish for beginners. Learn about easy-care species that get along well together and are perfect for starting your first community tank.

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Why Are My Fish Dying? 12 Reasons New Aquariums Fail

Discover the 12 most common reasons fish die in new aquariums. Learn how to prevent fish loss, recognize warning signs, and fix problems before it's too late.

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Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle Explained: How to Cycle a Tank Fast and Safely

Master the aquarium nitrogen cycle, understand how beneficial bacteria work, and learn proven methods to cycle your new tank safely without stressing or losing fish.

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How Often Should You Change Aquarium Water? Answered by Tank Size

Learn the ideal water change frequency for your tank size, from nano tanks to large aquariums. Includes schedules, percentages, and special scenarios to keep your fish healthy.

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How to Lower High Nitrate Levels in Your Aquarium Naturally

Learn natural methods to reduce stubborn nitrate levels—live plants, water changes, proper stocking, and biological methods—without chemical additives for healthier fish.

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pH, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate: What the Levels Should Be in Your Tank

Complete guide to aquarium water parameters: safe pH ranges, ammonia and nitrite targets, nitrate management, and how to interpret test results for healthy fish.

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Why Your Aquarium Water Is Cloudy (and How to Fix It Fast)

Discover the common causes of cloudy aquarium water—bacterial blooms, substrate dust, organic haze—and learn proven methods to clear your tank quickly and prevent future cloudiness.

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How Many Fish Can I Put in My Aquarium? The Complete Stocking Guide

Learn how to calculate the perfect number of fish for your aquarium. Discover why the 1 inch per gallon rule is outdated and find better stocking methods for healthy fish.

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Aquarium Size: Litres to Gallons Conversion Guide for Fish Tanks

Master aquarium volume conversions between litres and gallons. Complete guide with conversion formulas, tank size charts, and stocking calculations for both metric and imperial measurements.

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10 Common Aquarium Stocking Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Avoid these critical aquarium stocking mistakes that lead to fish death, poor water quality, and frustration. Learn expert tips for successful fish tank planning.

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Complete Beginner's Guide to Setting Up Your First Aquarium

Step-by-step guide to setting up your first fish tank. Learn about the nitrogen cycle, equipment, cycling, and stocking your aquarium successfully.

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Why the '1 Inch Per Gallon' Rule is Wrong (And What to Use Instead)

The classic 1 inch per gallon aquarium stocking rule is oversimplified and misleading. Learn the science behind proper fish stocking and better calculation methods.

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