An aquarium with a built-in filter is an all-in-one system designed to make fish keeping easier and more efficient. This type of aquarium comes equipped with a filtration pump, usually attached to the side of the tank, which helps keep the water clean by removing debris and waste from the water. The pumps also help…
To disinfect aquarium plants, first remove them from the tank and rinse with cool tap water to remove any dirt or debris. Soak the plants in a solution of one part bleach to 10 parts water for 15 minutes. Rinse again with warm tap water before returning to the tank. Monitor pH levels and make…
An aquarium wet/dry filter is a type of filtration system that uses water from the tank to fill a sump area, which contains various media for filtering the water. The water flows over the media where it is filtered and then pumped back into the tank. This type of filtration provides superior mechanical, chemical, and…
Creeping Charlie (also known as Glechoma hederacea) is a common aquarium plant that can be found in many freshwater tanks. It is an aquatic perennial herb with small, round leaves and creeping stems that are able to traverse the substrate. The color of the leaves ranges from dark green to light yellowish-green. Creeping Charlie has…
Star grass aquarium is a type of freshwater planted aquarium. It is named because it has an abundance of star-shaped plants, usually called star grass (also known as Heteranthera zosterifolia). This plant can be grown in different colors and forms, with many shades of green and pink being the most common. The setup for this…
Filter floss is a type of filter media that is used in aquariums to trap particles, such as uneaten fish food and waste. It works by passing the water through the floss material which traps particulates inside its fibers. The trapped particles are then removed from the water by either washing or replacing them with…
1. Begin by removing the plastic aquarium plants from your tank and rinsing them off with room temperature tap water. 2. Fill a bucket or sink with warm to hot water (not boiling) and add an aquarium-safe cleaning solution such as fish tank safe chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide or vinegar Stir until dissolved. 3. Place…
The Purple Waffle Plant (Hemigraphis alternata) is a popular aquarium plant with its unique purple and green foliage. It has an upright growth pattern, reaching up to 8 inches in height. The leaves have wavy edges and are bright green on the top side, while deeply purple on the underside. This low light plant does…
A wet/dry aquarium filter is a type of filtration system used to clean and maintain the water in fish tanks. They consist of two main components: a biological filter, which uses bacteria to break down toxic ammonia into nitrites and then nitrates, and a mechanical filter that traps larger particles like food scraps or other…
To clean aquarium plastic plants, start by rinsing them in warm water. Then, scrub them gently with a soft-bristled brush and a mild non-toxic soap to remove any dirt or algae. Rinse again until all the soap is gone. Next, soak the plants for 10 minutes in a solution of one part vinegar to four…