Aquariums

How to Care for a Saltwater Aquarium

By eHow Pets Editor

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Fish aquariums are not only beautiful but relaxing and a popular hobby for many people. Caring for a salt water aquarium may be daunting at first glance but with regular maintenance and attention, the bright and colorful salt water fish are well ... more »

How to Keep American Game Fish in a Home Aquarium

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It can be quite a thrill to have your favorite game fish sitting with you in your own living room. While not as easy to keep as pet store fish, with proper care and cultivation game fish can make for wonderful pets. Follow these steps to take ... more »

How to Prepare for a Pet Octopus

By messytanka

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An octopus is an exotic creature which requires more effort than your average fish tank. They have special needs in both their tank setup and their diets. Octopuses they are the most intelligent of all invertebrates, considered on the same ... more »

How to Feed Live Brine Shrimp to your Aquarium Fish

By George Sommers

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Would you like to give your fish a delicious treat while adding a new dimension of interest to your aquarium hobby? Feed 'em live brine shrimp!.. more »

How to Feed Your Fish While Away From Home

By Limowreck

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Got fish? If you're planning a vacation or some time away, you don't have to worry about who will feed your fish. There are many great products to keep your fish fed without you. Some fish can even go weeks without a meal... more »

How to Set Up an Ideal Fish Community

By Ruby Bayan

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The ideal aquarium fish community is composed of different varieties of fish that thrive in the same water chemistry, quality and temperature. Compatibility, therefore, is paramount in sustaining a healthy and stress-free aquarium. Here are the ... more »

How to Simulate Rainfall in your Aquarium (system setup)

By anasteso1454

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This article will explain how to naturally simulate rainfall in your aquarium and simplify your weekly water changes. Regardless of the biotope, in nature the water supply is renewed by natural rainfall, which results in the fresh water layering ... more »

How to Choose a Filtration System for an Aquarium

By eHow Pets Editor

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The right filter can save you hours of maintenance... more »

How to Choose Plants for an Aquarium

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There are myriad plants for your aquarium. Here are a few suggestions... more »

How to Choose Starter Fish for Freshwater Aquariums

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When you're trying to establish a healthy freshwater aquarium, it's important to stock a new tank with appropriate types of fish. The more expensive a fish is, the more delicate it tends to be, so buy some inexpensive starter fish to get your ... more »

How to Clean a Freshwater Aquarium

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It's important to clean a freshwater aquarium regularly in order to keep the fish healthy and keep your tank looking nice. Cleaning a fish tank isn't difficult, but there are some steps you can take to make the process easier... more »

How to Convert an Old TV into a Fish Tank

By eHow Electronics Editor

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You can liven up the look of your aquarium with this simple project. With a little effort, you can take an old TV and turn it into a fish tank. When you’re done, your fish will have a new home and you’ll have a cool decoration... more »

How to Dechlorinate Water

By spacegrrrl2012

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In most cases, fish are easy pets to maintain. But the chlorine in tap water can be very harmful to them! If you want to keep your fish healthy and happy, you need to know how to dechlorinate water... more »

How to Feed an Oscar Fish

By Summer Banks Banks

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Creating a living fish environment is a soothing and relaxing way to add the element of water to your home. Oscars are a relative of the Piranha and eat just as aggressively. Oscars tend to be a dirty fish by nature. These large fish are quite ... more »

How to Setup a Saltwater Tank on a Desk

By Plugpitch

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Tired of staring at papers and a computer on your desk? Then setup a saltwater tank that will ease your eyes and start conversations with coworkers!.. more »

How to Buy a Fish

By eHow Pets Editor

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Fish are beautiful to watch, and once they're settled into their new home, they require minimum maintenance. They can be an ideal pet if you're away from home a lot or don't have the time for a more high-maintenance animal companion... more »

How to Care For A Crayfish

By jzthebomb

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Crayfish can be a great pet if you know their needs and how to look after them... more »

How to Clean a Small Fish Tank

By Dubtrizzle

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This guide will walk you through cleaning your small fish tank or fish bowl... more »

How to Design an Aquarium

By Ruby Bayan

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Designing an aquarium, also called aquascaping, is one of the most exciting and challenging aspects of the fishkeeping hobby. The aquarium is a mini replica (or simulation) of the fishes' natural homes, which means utmost care must be taken in ... more »

How to Fish Aquariums / Setting up your tank for your new pets

By logan

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Setting up and taking care of a fish tank.. more »

How to get paid to take pictures of your pets.

By amylaine

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We all love are pets and take endless pictures of them. Why not get paid for the photographs we take. This is great to do while spending time with your pet and taking pictures of what you normally do with them. Here are multiple places that buy ... more »

How to Get Rid of Aquarium Algae

By George Sommers

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Like a slimy green plague, it grows and multiplies and and - if left unchecked - eventually coats your whole fish tank. Algae - the aquarist's bane - has caused more than one hobbyist to quit in disgust, but there's no need to take such drastic ... more »

How to Grow Aquarium Plants

By Ruby Bayan

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Aquarium plants are just as easy to grow as regular plants. Aquatic plants also have lighting and fertilizer requirements, so by giving them the same level of care that you give your houseplants, your aquarium garden should be just as healthy and ... more »

How to Install a Fish Tank Filtration System

By eHow Pets Editor

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Some fish tank filtration systems go under the gravel, some hang on the tank and others are completely sealed and kept separate from your aquarium. Each has its own benefits, but they all do basically the same thing. After deciding which option ... more »

How to Introduce a New Fish into your Aquarium

By George Sommers

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You've spotted a beautiful new fish that you MUST have for your aquarium. You buy it, rush home, rip open the bag and dump it all in the tank. What's wrong with this picture? A lot...... more »

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