adwinter – ADWaquatics

35 Gallon, Journals

Initial Setup

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I've done a water test and added some play sand and some random decor items as I'm still deciding what to do with this tank. Most likely a community tank…

Journals, The Cubes

What are The Cubes?

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The Cubes refer to two cube tanks that I have that are approximately 35-gallons each. They are my most active tanks for the moment. Here are the lists of inhabitants…

20 Gallon, Journals

Initial Setup

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hair algae I am changing this tank around. I had a MAJOR hair algae bloom that made a mess of almost everything! I'm cleaning it all out and rescuing the…

Factsheets, Freshwater Fishcichlidae, LC

Freshwater angelfish (scientific name Pterophyllum) are striking and popular fish commonly kept in home aquariums. They belong to the cichlid family and are native to slow-moving rivers and swamps in…

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Zebra Mussels

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Zebra and/or quagga mussels have been identified in moss ball products sold in stores in Canada.We urge everyone who may have purchased moss ball products in Canada or online to…

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Marimo Moss Balls

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Marimo moss balls are a type of algae, Aegagropila linnaei, that naturally forms into a round, velvety green shape. Despite their name, they aren't actually moss but a rare form…

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Hornwort

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Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum) is a popular aquatic plant used in aquariums for its many benefits and ease of care. It's a fast-growing, hardy plant that can thrive in a variety…

Featured, Guides

Aquarium Toolkit

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We've put together a guide for essential equipment as fish-keepers. I've assumed you have addressed your filtration needs, lighting, and other aquarium setup considerations. If you need some advice on…

Editorial

Invasive Species

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Species that are not native to your local area can be devastating to the ecosystem. Abide by all of your local laws, and most importantly dispose of any livestock and…

Reviews

Seachem Tidal Filter

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Our Review This hang-on-back filter is one of the best we've ever used! It has a beautiful balance of features that have been well-designed. In our opinion, one of the…