Andrew – ADWaquatics

19

May

Aquarium Toolkit

When building an aquarium, you are building an ecosystem and it can be intimidating to know where to start or what supplies you need. I know when I first started out, it was hard to understand what was "required" and what was a "nice to have." This is what has inspired this post, what I like to call your "Aquarium Toolkit." I've attempted to take out some of the guess work and give you a down-to-earth, no-BS list of things that will greatly increase your success in the hobby, even if you are on a budget. You might be wondering…

18

May

By Andrew

Guides

Cycling Your Aquarium

Introduction The best practices as to how to cycle an aquarium has changed over the years but the concept is constant. The Nitrogen Cycle is the key to happy and healthy fish, so the more you understand this, the more successful you will be in the hobby. In this article, I will talk about 3 different ways to cycle your aquarium. Each of these methods have advantages and disadvantages. It is critical you understand the Nitrogen Cycle, so let's dive into the chemistry first. The Nitrogen Cycle The Nitrogen Cycle is what we use to describe the chemistry going on…

27

Apr

By Andrew

Reviews

Tidal 55 HOB Filter

The Tidal HOB Filter is widely considered a premium filter with some great features. One of my favourites is how the media is contained in its own container so you can easily remove all the media at once for cleaning and maintenance. There are no proprietary filters required to run this HOB. You can also easily use your own bio media, although it comes with some great media out of the box. With a fairly steep price tag for a HOB, it comes with everything you need to get started. It comes with a course sponge for good mechanical filtration,…

About IUCN and Red List Of Threatened Species

20

Apr

By Andrew

Guides

About IUCN and Red List Of Threatened Species

The International Union for Conservation of Nature is an international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. Founded in 1948, IUCN has become the global authority on the status of the natural world and the measures needed to safeguard it. All of the species that are discussed on this website will show its current status with the IUCN. This website is not only about information, but also about conservation and education about aquatic life. Encouraging you to do what is right by these species, to protect and enjoy them, and to ensure they…

19

May

By Andrew

Fact Sheets, Fish Facts20G, cichlidae, LC

Fact Sheet: Angelfish

Origins Angelfish inhabit slow-moving, heavily vegetated freshwater rivers and floodplains, where the water is typically warm, soft, and slightly acidic. Their tall, flat bodies are well adapted to navigating dense underwater vegetation. They originate from South America, specifically from the Amazon Basin and its tributaries. Behaviour Angelfish have some really interesting and sometimes surprising behaviours—especially once they settle into their tank and get comfortable. Typically, they are graceful, slow swimmers and prefer the middle and upper levels of an aquarium. They are particularly fond of tall plants where they like to weave in and out of. Officially, Angelfish are semi-aggressive,…