An article on protein skimmers basics, the principals behind them and how they work.
Algae Blooms in Reef Tanks
The article discusses the causes of algae blooms in reef tanks and how to get algae under control.
Are Saltwater Aquaria Really Harder?
This article discusses the reasons many people falsely claim saltwater aquaria are harder to keep than freshwater aquaria.
Aquatic Plants and the Nitrogen Cycle
This article reviews the benefits of aquatic plants and the role they can play in nitrification.
100 Years of Fishkeeping: Good Advice Never Grows Old
This article discusses 100 years of aquarium keeping techniques and how some things don’t change.
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Activated Carbon
This article discusses activated carbon in the home aquarium.
A Glossary of 50 Basic Aquarium Technical Terms
This article provides definitions for 50 common terms used in aquarium chemistry and biology.
Aquarium Carrying Capacity: When “One More Fish” is One too Many
This article discusses just how many fish can one put in an aquarium.
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Yes, there really is a Dr. Tim. It all started with 2 goldfish won at a school fair at age 6 that didn’t survive their first night in his care. DrTim’s gotten better at fish keeping since then! Read Our Story.