Fish Tanks

How to Use the Water Siphon for Fish Tanks

By eHow Pets Editor

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One of the crucial steps in cleaning fish tanks is vacuuming the gravel or substrate using a water siphon. These are quite simple to use. They remove debris and droppings from the substrate without disturbing the tank's water conditions... more »

How to Decrease Aquarium Algae Naturally

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Algae is always present in an aquarium no matter what you do. Algae in an aquarium is a sign that you have created a healthy underwater environment capable of growing life. Its presence in your aquarium can be controlled just by using a few ... more »

How to Feed a Plecostomus Fish

By Summer Banks Banks

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You have filled your tank with some of the most beautiful fish you could find. Your final addition is a Plecostomus. After a few short weeks, you notice your Plec (for short) is dirtying the tank with his droppings. You are overfeeding your ... 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 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 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 Buy Aquarium Gravel

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Aquarium gravel is important for many reasons. It not only highlights your fish in your own unique style, but the gravel also harbors bacteria that are beneficial to your aquarium. The type of gravel you choose depends largely on the type of fish ... 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 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 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 »

How to Set up a Freshwater Tank EASY

By rkayne

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Here is a nice, easy, relatively cheap way to ensure success for a freshwater tank. Especially handy if you intend to have more than one tank in the long run... more »

How to Setup a 30 Gallon Freshwater Aquarium - Part 2

By harleymilo

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You will learn how to setup a 30-gallon freshwater aquarium, manage the 1st Cycle, stock it half-way with fish, and care for and maintain your new underwater ecosystem... more »

How to Simulate Rainfall in you Aquarium (operation instructions)

By anasteso1454

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This article will explain how to operate the rainmaker for your aquarium, fresh or saltwater. If you have not yet built one, please view my other article on how to simulate natural rainfall in your aquarium, listed below. The operation of this ... more »

How to Aquariums / Fish aquariums healthy water steps will keep your aquatic pet happy........

By logan

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How to maintain the health of your fish aquarium water. *Feeding methods for your pet fish.. more »

How to Build Acrylic Fish Tanks

By eHow Pets Editor

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Building your own fish tanks can not only save you money, but can be a rewarding way to incorporate the tanks into your home. For the first tank, you should probably start small, learning the basics. Then you can build larger custom-shaped aquariums... more »

How to Change Water in a Fish Tank

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One of the biggest mistakes fish owners make is changing all of the tank's water. This can be devastating as bacterial levels can be wiped out. Bacterial is essential to breakdown fish poop from becoming toxic. The best solution is dilution!.. more »

How to Eliminate Odor From a Fish Tank

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When not properly set up or cared for, a fish tank can smell. Setting up the fish tank correctly will keep most odors from beginning, but every fish tank could smell eventually. Here are a few tips for avoiding and eliminating odors... more »

How to Get Rid of Algae in Your Aquarium

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Algae uses photosynthesis to grow in an aquarium. Luckily, there are ways to control this unruly protist... more »

How to Get Rid of Calcium Deposits on Fish Tanks

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White spots on the glass of fish tanks and the filter are most likely calcium deposits. They are often created by evaporating water and can be prevented by regularly cleaning the tank, including changing a portion of the water. Once the deposits ... more »

How to Prepare for Moving an Aquarium

By Ruby Bayan

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Relocating or moving an aquarium from one place to another is a major task that requires planning and considerable preparation. When the lives of pets sensitive to their environment are at stake, dismantling, moving, and reinstalling their ... more »

How to Prevent Aquarium Snail Infestation

By Ruby Bayan

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Aquariums can become severely compromised by snail infestations. Some fishkeeping enthusiasts appreciate snails in their tanks, but many regard them as intruders and pests. Luckily, prevention and elimination of snail overpopulation is possible. ... more »

How to Set Up a Freshwater Aquarium

By eHow Pets Editor

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The first step in creating an underwater zoo is to set up your tank. Then the fun begins as you choose a variety of colorful underwater decorations and inhabitants... more »

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