Author name: Nic Hsu

Water test numbers aren’t the whole story. This guide reveals hidden fish-health factors—oxygen, stability, stress, nutrition, and unseen pathogens—and provides fast, practical steps to diagnose and fix root causes.

Identify pest snails fast, understand why they boom, and follow a prevention-first, layered plan to remove them safely in planted tanks—protect shrimp, plants, and your biofilter without resorting to chemicals.

Learn to run no-filter bowls and vases with a clear, beginner-friendly plan: choose the right container, stock low-waste residents, plant heavily, cycle simply, and maintain with small, regular water changes.

An essential, beginner-friendly guide to Columnaris in aquariums: identify early and distinguish it from true fungus, act within the first hour, choose effective antibiotics, optimize water quality, and prevent relapse.

Peat moss can soften water, lower pH, and add tannins for softwater aquariums. This practical guide explains when to use it, how to apply safely, and how to troubleshoot.

Safe, proven KH-lowering methods for any aquarium: RO/DI blending, acid dosing, peat, resins, and active substrates—with clear steps, calculations, and safety tips to keep pH stable and livestock thriving.

Power filter outage? This calm, step-by-step guide helps you protect fish and beneficial bacteria, restart by filter type, test water, and prevent future outages.

Debunk common betta care myths with practical, science-based tips: start with a 5-gallon tank, stable heat, gentle filtration, proper cycling, small portions of high-quality food, and enrichment.

Beginner-friendly guide to a stable, cool-water axolotl aquarium. Learn an environment-first setup, proper cycling, water quality, temperature control, feeding, and safety for a healthy, calm axolotl.

Practical guide to safe aquarium salt use in freshwater tanks: what salt is, exact dosages, step-by-step addition, nitrite protection, and when to avoid it.