Monitoring physical and chemical parameters is part of tank maintenance. Aquarium geeks, like me, tend to do this everyday as we would like to give the best environment for our fish. Yesterday, when I measured the acidity and alkalinity of my tank water by reading the pH level, I noticed that it slightly went up. … Read more
Perhaps you’ve one day wondered whether fish, especially the small ones we tend to buy for our aquariums, have brains since they’re so small and seemingly simple-minded. In this article, we’ll take a look at the anatomy of fish to see if they have brains, and, if so, what their functions are. Fish do have … Read more
With their water-absorbing capabilities, sponges are often used as a cleaning tool or as a part of our hygiene kit. Originally, they were derived from sea sponges. But with commercialization, natural raw materials are now replaced with synthetics. The availability of synthetic sponges allows it for a wide range of applications, like a kitchen sponge … Read more
What makes pH such a vital factor in the aquarium hobby? If you want your fish to thrive, recreating their natural environment is essential. That’s where maintaining the optimal pH level comes in. Unfortunately, many first-time aquarists face difficulties when it comes to controlling water parameters. If you’ve been battling a rising pH range in … Read more