cloudy aquarium water

Cloudy aquarium water | Causes, solutions & prevention

It can be rather puzzling when the water in a new or established aquarium turns cloudy all of a sudden. You may find yourself asking: is cloudy water normal, what is causing it, should you be worried, and how do you fix a cloudy aquarium? There are a few factors that could cause your tank water … Read more

Power Filter

Sponge Filter or Power Filter? Which Is Best For Your Tank

There are many different filtration systems out there, ranging in size, price, efficiency, and customizability. It can be difficult to figure out which filtration system is the absolute best choice for your aquarium and then to also find out what kind of filter media you should be running. However, for smaller tanks and quarantine tanks … Read more

Dechlorinate Tap Water

Dechlorinate Tap Water: A Vital Step in Fish Safety

If you put untreated tap water directly into your fish tank, you will most likely kill your fish pretty quickly! But why is tap water so dangerous to your fish, and how can you make it safe? Keep reading to find out! Key Takeaways What’s So Bad About Tap Water? So, why is tap water … Read more

Aquarium Water Hardness

Aquarium Water Hardness: Qualities, Effects, and Benefits

While slightly less critical than pH, water hardness is an important aspect of water chemistry to understand. In this guide, we’ll explain what water hardness is, how it affects your fish, and how you can alter it to your advantage. Key Takeaways What Is Water Hardness? According to greenfacts.org, water hardness is ‘a measure of the … Read more

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How To Lower KH in Aquariums – Our Informative Guide

The KH levels in your fish tank are directly linked to the health and well-being of your fish and other livestock. Sometimes, those levels become out of kilter, being too low or too high, which can affect other crucial water quality factors, such as pH. But why is the correct KH level important? How do … Read more

Green Hair Algae

Green Hair Algae Prevention: Handy Hints and Terrific Tips

At Aquariadise, we’ve written dozens of articles on algae, so we know how frustrating algae problems can be! Green hair algae is one type that fish keepers often complain about, so here we’ve dedicated an entire page to find out what it is, how to get rid of it, and to prevent it from coming … Read more

Distilled Water For Aquarium

Filling the Tank: Is Distilled Water Good for Your Aquarium?

When I started fishkeeping, I was lucky enough to have access to excellent well water. No chlorine or contaminants, just pure, soft water that was ideal for South American fish. If your source of water isn’t so pure, however, you may need to find a way to purify it. Distillation is one such method, although … Read more

How To Raise pH In Aquarium

How To Raise pH In Your Aquarium

What’s so important about the pH levels in your freshwater aquarium? Why is a common water quality issue like low pH not suitable for some species of fish in your marine tank?  Well, if the pH levels in your fish tank are unstable or not suitable for the fish species you keep, your fish could … Read more

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What Causes High Nitrites In The Aquarium?

While you might have heard that ammonia is deadly for aquarium fish, you might not have heard that nitrites can also be just as dangerous. It is important to understand what causes nitrites in the aquarium and how to quickly remove them if they do enter your saltwater or freshwater system as they can lead … Read more

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Is Well Water Safe for Fish? Let’s Examine the Facts..

If you have well water and are thinking about getting an aquarium, you’re probably wondering if you can use it for your fish. The short answer is yes! You can use well water or borehole water for your fish, although in some instances you’ll need to treat it first. This involves a bit of understanding … Read more

soft water fish

Soft Water Fish – The 12 Best Options for Your Aquarium

Most freshwater aquarium fish prefer to live in a hard water environment in your fish tank. However, there are quite a few fish species that prefer softer water conditions. Providing the optimum water conditions for your fish is essential for their well-being and overall health. But how do you determine whether your fish tank water … Read more

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How To Test Fish Tank Water Without a Kit – Our Guide!

Every fish keeper should have an aquarium testing kit, but perhaps you don’t have it to hand for some reason, or maybe it simply doesn’t work and kit testing is not possible. Whether you cannot find a kit in the pet store, or you are out of testing strips, sometimes you need to keep an … Read more

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The Best Aquarium Test Kits Available on the Market Today

When it comes to testing aquarium water parameters, you’ve got two main options: liquid test kits (aka. drop test kits), and test strips. While test strips are sufficient for offering quick, approximate readings, liquid test kits offer a more accurate and reliable method to test both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. But which liquid test kit … Read more

How Often To Change Fish Tank Water

How Often To Change Fish Tank Water in Your Aquarium

When I got my first aquarium twenty years ago, I just assumed that the filter would do most of the cleaning work and didn’t realize that I’d have to change the water frequently too! But I soon learned that partial water changes are a standard part of good aquarium maintenance. While aquarium filters perform an … Read more