Many aquarists already know that water conditioners are necessary for fish tanks since they quickly take care of ammonia, chlorine, and chloramine. However, there are many types of conditioners, and each one requires a different amount per gallon. In this article, I will teach you how much water conditioner you should put in your tank. …
As an aquarist, I consistently heard that I should let the water sit for a while before adding my fish. Some people told me the water should wait 24 hours, while others argued it takes several days. Luckily, as the years passed, I gained some experience in this topic. It is highly recommended to let …
As an aquarist, I tend to measure the toxins in my tank. This way, I can prevent ammonia spikes, which can be extremely dangerous for fish. However, quite a few times, I measured 0.25 ppm of ammonia, and I wasn’t sure whether it is safe or bad for fish. The more I investigated the situation, …
Numerous times I’ve been asking myself whether I can use relatively hot tap water for my fish tank. Since that is the most convenient way of adding new water to aquariums, I had the feeling that other aquarists ask themselves the same question. Now, after tons of research, I am willing to share my conclusions. …
As an aquarist, numerous times, I have conditioned water for my fish. Naturally, I found water conditioners to be the most convenient method. However, I wasn’t sure if I should put the conditioner while the fish are in the tank. After extensive research, I am willing to share all the lessons that I’ve learned. You …
I’ve noticed numerous times that my tank’s ammonia levels remain high after a partial water change. Sometimes, the concentration even spiked and got higher than what it was in the beginning. As the years passed, I gained a lot of experience with the issue and learned how to fix it. Now, I am willing to …