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You Need an Aquarium Air Pump, Right?

Well, not exactly.  You can probably picture that treasure chest held open by the air bubbles pumping through a fish tank.  It’s a classic image of an aquarium air pump in action.  If it’s hard to imagine a tank without one, an aquarium air pump must be necessary. Why Would You Get an Aquarium Air […]

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Keep Your Aquarium Decorations from Corrupting Your Water

Anything you put in your fish tank can have harmful effects if it’s not properly prepared.  Aquarium driftwood, rocks, and substrate are some aquarium decorations that should be thoroughly prepared before introducing them into your tank.  A little preparation before you add them to your tank can save you a whole lot of trouble later. […]

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How to Choose the Perfect Aquarium Plants

Aquarium plants are the perfect natural background to your fish.  If planned right, they can really complete the perfect natural setting.  Many people however, don’t want something else to learn about.  They also might be intimidated at the thought of setting up an aquatic landscape.  Don’t fret.  Here are some simple ideas that will make […]

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Which Aquarium Rocks Are Harmful To Your Fish Tank?

Aquarium rocks are for mostly to dress up your fish tank.   While aquarium caves and rocks are great decorations, they have another function as well.  They provide the perfect shelter for your fish to hide under.  As with anything you put in your tank there are some things to take note of before picking out […]

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Is Aquarium Gravel Your Best Choice Of Substrate?

Aquarium gravel comes in all shapes and sizes.  While gravel is the most popular aquarium substrate, all of the options may get confusing.  Then when you throw in other substrates like sand and soil, who knows what to choose?  Just keep in mind the following when choosing your aquarium substrate.  There are only a couple […]

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Is Aquarium Driftwood Really A Smart Choice?

Aquarium driftwood is the most popular wood decoration for freshwater fish tanks today.  You can find it in any aquarium supply site or retail store.  It is not very expensive and is ideal for safely decorating you fish tank.  This begs the question.  Is it t really necessary to buy special wood for your aquarium?  […]

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