Guides – ADWaquatics

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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…

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…

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…