How is blackwater (dark-colored water) created in wild nature? It is caused by the large quantity of dissolved humic substances that dissolve into the water. It is made from the decomposition of dead leaf litter and woodfall. This process creates humid substances and tannins, then tints the water like tea-stained brown. Blackwater rivers are found in some regions of Venezuela, Brazil, and Indonesia.

You unintentionally find some strange little white creatures roaming on the substrate when you observe your living tank. Perhaps they are scuds that have become a popular topic in the planted tank world for a long time. Regardless of their controversy, some people are fascinated by them; on the other hand, they are also considered scuds as a nuisance. Are you made curious by these guys?

Did you peer on top of your planted tank, then discover some terrible stuff or film floating that looked worse than an oil spill from a shipwreck at sea?. This nuisance layer does not look right. It might threaten your aquarium populations. Most aquarium keepers typically refer to it as surface scum/film or biofilm. It is a cluster of various microorganisms encircled by the slime they produce.

At this moment, we would like to share some fun facts about one of India's intelligent and clever small freshwater species, commonly known as the "Pea Puffer Fish." This article will provide everything you need to know about them and how to care for this fascinating creature within your planted tank. As well as the best way to start breeding them, and any helpful pieces of information for you and your dwarf pufferfish.

Are you unsure about selecting the ideal algae remover that enhances the appearance of your planted tank? Why do you not try to keep a 'Bulldog Pleco'? They are a rare suckermouth armored catfish. They may show a new atmosphere that makes you more interested in them. With the label "rare," it is certainly pricier, and more effort is needed to get them as pets.

If you are looking for a dwarf sucker fish for your planted tank, the pitbull pleco might be a potential candidate. These catfish typically grow to an average of around 6 cm, making them one of the smaller species within the plecostomus family. You might seldom hear about them, or it may be the first time you learn about these rare…

Are you having pest snail problems in your aquarium? They often leave aquarists frustrated due to their invasion. But don't worry, you have come to the right place. This article will provide a solution for caring for assassin snails in the aquarium to eliminate pest snails. Keep reading, OK!!! The pest snails usually prey on live aquatic plants and consume a variety of invertebrate foods, especially sinking or clipping wall pellets.

The Algae curse is familiar to most aquarists and becomes a formidable obstacle for "beginners." Without any experience and knowledge, they might feel frustrated with this pest. That is why learning deeper is necessary, especially about potential problems that can be encountered when building a planted tank. Sometimes, advanced aquascapers also find a new complex problem. It prompts them to seek new solutions.

Fuzz algae are another type of green algae that often attack planted tanks. Like its name, this algae has a green color and is filamentous, with a short size. They usually grow on decorations, aquatic plants, and aquarium glass. If you let them develop in the tank, these algae will proliferate and form a thick, fuzzy-looking coating when viewed on the outside of the tank.

Seeing some strange critters in the planted tank may make aquarists worried and hope any awful things never happen there. However, a lack of information and experience can become a disadvantage because not all worms that appear in freshwater aquariums are bad. For example, detritus worms are common creatures in the aquarium world, even though their presence is unpleasant for some tank owners due to their appearance and numbers that sometimes can not be controlled.

The Garra rufa fish is an unfamiliar algae-eater that many hobbyists add to their planted tank setup. Some people might never have seen them settle in home aquaria due to their use in fish therapy at spa industries. Good to know, Garra rufa is excellent for combating algae blooms inside tanks. Additionally, these fish can treat skin diseases in a manner similar to leeches, including psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, and heavy legs, as well as aid in wound healing.

Many hobbyists who have problems with this pest are searching the internet for effective methods to control or eliminate black beard algae. Most articles found on the internet recommended keeping the Siamese Algae Eater (SAE) to deal with this algae. Of course, based on our experience, we also suggested using these fish. These fish belong to the Cyprinidae family, which is an endemic fish family that lives in certain Southeast Asian regions.

Guppies are one of the useful small freshwater fish due to their voracious feeding habits. Almost all types of dietary variants can be ingested, including algae and any small, unusual creatures that may potentially have a negative impact on your aquarium populations. The guppy is a hardy and adaptable fish species that can thrive in a wide range of environments. Furthermore, they have beautiful body patterns and colors, making these fish a perfect pet that is generally well-behaved.

Ramshorn snails are amazing, tiny freshwater critters. Besides that, they are pretty fun to watch. They are also incredible algae eaters and easy to care for, making them suitable for all levels of aquarium hobbyists as aquatic pets. However, some aquarists consider them unwelcome animals due to their highly prolific behavior. There are possibilities for ramshorn snails to eat aquatic plants, provided certain conditions are met.

Most fish hobbyists certainly know about Molly fish. These freshwater fish are renowned for their beautiful patterns, vibrant appearance, and affordability. But have you ever heard the question 'Do mollies can eat algae?' and the myth that they are able to live in a saltwater environment? You have come to the right place to find out the answers to that question.

The zebra nerite snails (Neritina Natalensis/Vittina Natalensis) are great algae eaters. They belong to the neritdae family that can survive in freshwater and brackish water. These species are renowned among aquarists for their voracious grazing on a wide range of algae in aquariums and detritus. Besides that, this type of nerite snail is easy to care for, friendly with its companions, and does not require particular care, making them desirable pets.

Freshwater ramshorn snails (planorbidae) are common aquarium pest species that usually attack planted tanks. They are dangerous pests due to their rapid population growth, making it challenging to control them. These aquarium pests have round spiral shells that resemble a ram's horns. Generally, they come in various colors, including pink, orange, blue, etc. However, the majority of specimens that frequently inhabit the aquarium are the orange types.

Keeping a planted tank is not always easy. In fact, many aquarists find it difficult to solve their issues, and some choose to surrender. Problems often arise from the aquarists ' faults or come surprisingly by themselves. Algae is one of the common problems that frequently attacks aquariums, which could make hobbyists feel stressed. Many algae types are commonly seen; Staghorn Algae is one example that can have a profound effect if allowed to grow out of control.

When you wake up in the early morning, you notice a few familiar hairy, stringy green things attached to plants in your aquarium. Initially, you might not be surprised by their small number. So, you decide not to take any action to pull them out. As time passes, they start to multiply their population until they become a weird, fuzzy, green carpet, making the aquarium's view unsightly.

Many types of algae are typically present in planted tanks. The green algae color type is the familiar 'weed' that lives in aquarists' tanks. Almost all aquarium hobbyists have encountered an algae outbreak at least once. It is something that they undoubtedly come across. Green algae can harm every population inside your tank. Learning how to get rid of algae and keep it under control is something every newbie should know.

Sadly, most planted tank owners have to deal with aquarium algae sooner or later. They can make us feel so frustrated when some arise, and you do not have any experience or knowledge to save your planted tank populations. The green hair/fuzz algae group is often the type that appears inside aquarist tanks. Some may look identical in appearance but actually be registered as different species.

Most aquarists have faced algae problems that invade their tanks. Of the many types of algae, green hair algae is the most common in planted tanks. Although they do not significantly damage the ecosystem, leaving them without actions to remedy the situation can be a time bomb. For your information, green hair algae that usually live in the freshwater tank consist of four genera, which are Cladohopora, Oedogonium, Spirogyra, and Rhizoclonium.

In this article, we will concentrate on Green Spot Algae (GSA). They often appear in the planted tank as a bunch of little green dots sticking on hard surfaces. It is include hardscape, aquarium equipment, substrates, and ornaments, and on the aquatic leaves of plants that grow slowly. As much as other freshwater aquarium algae types, they are a nuisance that could be fairly nasty in your aquarium.

In aquascaping, you may find some issues that infected our beloved tank. Starting from fish problems to equipment problems. Algae invasion is a common problem that usually strikes the aquariums of many aquarists. Many different types of algae are often seen in aquaria, including Brown Algae (Diatomaceae), Green Spot Algae (Choleochaete), Green Dust Algae, Green Fuzz Algae (Oedogonium), Green Beard Algae, Red Spot Algae, Black Brush Algae (Audouinella sp.), Green Water, Water Silk (Spirogyra), Green Thread Algae, Hair Algae (Rhizoclonium), Staghorn Algae (Compsopogon sp.), Blue-Green Algae - BGA (Cyanobacteria), Fuzz Algae, and Blanket Weed (Cladophora).