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Freshwater aquarium hardscape heavily covered in Black Beard Algae (BBA) tufts in a fishless tank
Jan 30, 2026

How to Identify, Treat, and Prevent Black Beard Algae (BBA) in Your Aquarium

Struggle with black brush algae? Learn the causes of BBA, the best black beard algae eaters, and ways to to clear black fuzzy algae from your tank.

Aquarium
Problems and Solutions
High-grade Mosura Crystal Red Shrimp with opaque white body and red head markings on a dark aquarium substrate.
Jan 26, 2026

Freshwater Shrimp Keeping Guide for Beginners

Start a thriving shrimp colony with our beginner's guide. Learn about water parameters, molting, breeding, and shrimp care for a low-maintenance tank.

Invertebrates
Shrimp
A beautiful red colored Veiltail Betta showing signs of fin clamp
Jan 20, 2026

Betta Fish Clamped Fins: The Ultimate Guide to Causes, Treatment, and Recovery

Is your betta fish's fins clumped together? Learn the causes of clamped fins, effective treatments, and full guide on how to fix a clamped fin betta.

Fishes
Betta Fish
Milky fish aquarium after water change
Jan 18, 2026

Why is My Aquarium Cloudy After a Water Change? (Causes & Instant Fixes)

Fish tank water cloudy after a water change? Learn why bacteria blooms, new tank syndrome, or substrate issues cause milky water and how to clear it.

Aquarium
Lush green Java moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri) growing on driftwood in a planted aquarium with Red Cherry Shrimp. Pearling shows how healthy the plant is.
Jan 17, 2026

How to Grow and Plant Java Moss Fast: The Ultimate Beginners Guide

Master how to grow and plant Java Moss in your aquarium. Learn how to attach it to driftwood, propagate easily, and grow java moss fast and healthy.

Plants
Java Moss
A pair of of paradise fish (Macropodus opercularis) in an aquarium. On the left is the female, and on the right is a male.
Jan 15, 2026

Gourami Tank Mates: The Expert Guide to a Peaceful Community Tank

Choosing gourami tank mates? Avoid aggression using our gourami compatibility guide. Covers Blue, Honey, Pearl & others, includes Betta compatibility.

Fishes
Gourami
Anubias aquarium plant showing early sign of yellowing
Jan 15, 2026

Why Your Anubias Leaves Are Turning Yellow: Causes and Solutions for Greener Plants

Your Anubias plant turning yellow? Learn common causes for aquarium plants yellowing, from nutrient deficiencies to rhizome rot, and how to fix them.

Plants
Anubias
A pair of orange Fantail goldfish swimming in an aquarium
Jan 15, 2026

Are Goldfish Easy to Take Care of? Ultimate Beginners Guide

Many think goldfish are low maintenance. Learn why goldfish are more than just starter pets. Get expert tips on setup, feeding, and long-term health.

Fishes
Goldfish
A beautifully planted modern fish bowl
Jan 9, 2026

The Modern Fish Bowl Guide: How to Build a Thriving Nano-Ecosystem

Discover the truth about Fish Bowls, compatible fishes for a small 5 gallon bowl, & know the secret to maintaining a thriving Fish Bowl Ecosystem.

Aquarium
A beautiful Super Red Dragon (SRD) flowerhorn swimming in an aquarium
Jan 6, 2026

Flowerhorn Cichlid: A Deep Dive into Varieties, Buying Guides & Advanced Care tips

From the rare Golden Monkey to the iconic Super Red Dragon (SRD), explore the Flowerhorn varieties. Learn professional grading & expert buying guides.

Flowerhorn
Fishes
A Red Asian Arowana, turning in an aquarium
Jan 2, 2026

The Ultimate Arowana Guide: Common Species, Tank Setup, Diet & Care

Master Arowana care with our complete guide. Learn about Arowana types & varieties, tank requirements, maintenance, diet, common diseases & cures.

Arowana
Fishes
An aquarium wave maker mounted on the side of the tank, closer to the surface, pushing the water to create waves
Jan 2, 2026

Aquarium Wave Makers: Do You Really Need One? (The Ultimate Guide)

Thinking about the use of aquarium wave makers? Discover how they eliminate dead spots, boost fish health, and improve coral growth and plant growth

Equipments & Tech