We all have to start somewhere, it's understandable that as amateurs we don't know what to do and how to maintain a tank. But with patience and love, we can all learn to take better care of our aquarium. And can gradually make our move towards an aquarium with a self-sustaining ecosystem.

Actually many farmers in Japan, have constructed rice fields with fish in them, they believe that the fish's droppings would fertilize the soil and would get a good harvest.

Purchasing a tank that suits your need is ethical in every aspect. If you want to keep one or two betas or if you just want to keep some plants on your desk or on your table. Then these small tanks are the best.

I always support local shops. They would guide you better and you can also get better rates. If you really need these Amano's shrimp ask them to order for you, they would get you a good variant at better prices.

I prefer 8,000K White This spectrum is ideal for live planted aquariums as it mimics shallow water conditions and usually produces higher PAR (ppfd) for stronger plant growth. And this gives a very natural look to your aquarium.

I love watching fishes, and my aquarium is right next to my coffee table. I watch them for hours daily. If I see something leaking or the fishes are slow and tired, would immediately check all the connections and check all the units to see if they are working properly. If you are a hobbyist or enthusiast would definitely recommend spending time with the fishes, it relaxed your mind and you would feel calm.

Have you ever had octopus or squid in your aquarium? How was the experience? Is it easy or hard to maintain?

I love Arowana and I bought a very small fish, it quickly grew. One day when I wasn't home, it broke the tank and died, felt very bad. Should have gone with a thicker glass or acrylic tank. Felt very sad and disappointed.

Koi betas are trending now. Many new hobbyists are getting into this. This has increased the demand and has risen the prices now. You can check with your local aquarium they might be able to get you a better deal or try to connect with a beta breeder online, they would be able to get you beta cheap.

Goldfish live long and are easy to maintain. You can choose Angel also, but it requires special care. Oscars on the other hand are easy to maintain and they too live longer.

Amphibians evolved from fishes and aquatic creatures, so they basically need water in, a moist or muddy environment to survive. It helps to keep their skin moist, and it helps them to breathe better. They like to use both their lung capacity to breathe on land and their gills capacity to breathe underwater. So it is best to place them in such environments where they can get the best of both air and water.

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Can you have more than one turtle in the same tank? How can you tell if it’s female or male easily as I don’t want eggs.

You can identify the turtle as male or female by looking at the tail formation. And if you have a large tank setting, you can have multiple turtles. You can also keep them as pairs in multiple subsections inside the same tank. Provide them with proper food and proper care, they would last very long and would be a great addition to your home.

Boseman Rainbow Fish is one of the most recognized rainbow fish in the aquarium hobby, many also consider tetra fishes as rainbowfishes. Basically, any fish that looks dazzling with multi colors are termed rainbow fish by hobbyists. They look colorful and make the aquarium look stunning.

Whenever I hear the word endangered, it says two things. 1)It's very hard to get and 2)It's very hard to maintain. Would suggest others steer out of these endangered varieties. If you really love them and if you can afford professional care and assistance, then you can go for them following all the legal documentation, safety protocols, and regulations.

Looks very unique, are they safe to keep in an aquarium? Heard they are amphibians. What kind of food do they eat? Is it safe to keep other fishes in the same tank?

I love color fish, they are the best. It's absolutely stunning and mesmerizing to watch. Neon tetra fish with proper lighting is an absolute delight to watch. Your aquarium would look like a moving painting and a work of art.

I once had LionFish in my tank. It was very scary to change the water and it was very hard to carry on the regular maintenance work. This fish looks great, but its spikes are poisonous. So would recommend getting professional help for maintenance if you are planning to have this fish in your tank.

Flourish Excel has a very powerful compound known as Glutaraldehyde. Dosing it every other day can cause a black beard algae bloom. This algae type will grow in aquariums where there are CO2 fluctuations. So, to avoid any BBA outbreak, I strongly recommend using Flourish Excel on daily basis.

Vacuuming is an easy way to keep your aquarium healthy. So doing it once in two weeks is the best.

Two weeks is supposed to be the maximum length. If the aquarium is heavily stocked up, then it must be weekly once.