Every freshwater and saltwater aquarium needs an effective filtration system that offers mechanical and biological functionality to keep the tank water clean, healthy, and well-oxygenated. But there are so many filters on the market that choosing the right one is certainly a challenge. Read this article to learn how to choose the best filter for … Read more
If you have a large tank and don’t want a box filter spoiling your view, you might want to consider a canister filter. If you keep a densely planted tank or one with fish species that produce a lot of waste, a canister filter will give you the power you need to keep the water … Read more
While a sponge filter might not be the first type of filtration you think about for your fish tank, a properly sized sponge filter might be the best option. There are many benefits to using a sponge filter instead of a hang on the back filter or a sump tank, like if housing delicate livestock, … Read more
Turtles are cute, and they can make great pets, especially for kids. But setting up your very first turtle tank can be a challenge, as there’s a lot to buy, and the choice of equipment is seemingly endless. Although you may read otherwise, we can confirm that you definitely do need a filtration system in … Read more
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
Whether you have a 125-gallon reef tank or a 5-gallon betta tank, you need a filter system if you’re going to enjoy healthy, long-lived fishes. How so? Well, all living creatures produce waste products. Those waste products, together with decomposing plant matter, leftover food, etc., kick off the nitrogen cycle in your tank. If the … Read more
Het kiezen van het juiste filter is één van de belangrijkste stappen bij het inrichten van een nieuw aquarium, maar door alle zaken waar rekening mee gehouden moet worden en vooral het grote aantal filtersoorten kan het nog wel eens moeilijk zijn om uit te vogelen welk filter nu het beste is. Lees verder voor … Read more
After setting up your aquarium and succesfully getting everything up and running, it can be easy to forget to do regular maintenance. Weekly water changes are something most aquarists will remember to do, but there’s more to keeping your aquarium healthy: don’t forget to pay some attention to your filter as well! It contains all the … Read more
I recently bought a large used canister filter (review soon!). Unfortunately, it came without any filter media. As ‘branded’ filter media can quickly become very expensive, I decided to go for the more DIY & budget route which worked out quite well. If you’re looking to fill up a canister filter (or even just a … Read more
Because my fancy goldfish were recently moved from a tub to an actual aquarium, I switched from a pond filter to regular aquarium filtration in the form of an Eheim Classic 250 canister (also known as the Eheim Classic 2213). The Eheim Classic is one of the most popular canisters and has a 4.5 star … Read more
Choosing the right filter is one of the most important steps in setting up an aquarium, but with all the factors that you should keep in mind and the many different filter types and brands available, things can get slightly confusing. To hopefully clarify things a little, keep reading for a list of the most … Read more
Proper filtration is, as most aquarists know, necessary to keep the aquarium water clean and fish healthy. The definition of “proper filtration” varies depending on factors like water volume, the amount of fish, how much water is changed every week and the amount of plants, but in almost every aquarium two different kinds of filtration … Read more
As an experienced fishkeeper, I can tell you that one of the most exciting things you can do is breed successfully from your fish. But where do you start? There’s so much misinformation out there online that it can be a minefield for newbies to fish breeding. Experts hope to steer the aquarium fish trade … Read more
Performing partial water changes every week or so is an essential part of your aquarium maintenance routine. But even though keeping your aquarium water in good condition and free from toxins is crucial for good fish health, your fishy friends can get pretty stressed out during the process. This guide explains how you can make … Read more
Owning an aquarium is a fun hobby that’s popular worldwide. Picture the scene; you’ve spent many hours and a lot of cash on designing the perfect aquascape and providing the perfect habitat for your pets. But what’s that horrendous smell coming from your fish tank? That can’t be happening! You maintain your tank correctly, and … Read more
