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Newbies tend to get overwhelmed with the bombardment of aquarium information they'll have to go through in order to make a transition; from regular fish-keeper to an aquascaper. While the truth is, getting started with aquascaping is not as hard as you thought! Even so, if you want to turn your hobby into a passion, expect that it will take time, dedication, and thoughtful research to get the best result.   To help you with this, we curate the rules, principles, and procedures in a simpler way. We will have a rundown on how to set up an aquascape that suits...

Aside from aquascaping, gardening is also one the most arguably popular and satisfying DIY pursuits amidst pandemic. However, the rewarding feeling from every beautiful bloom and bountiful harvest are products of diligent maintenance. That is why some might get discouraged for not all of us have time and space for such laborious activity.  Even so, you can still enjoy gardening in a simple and fuss-free way thanks to terrariums. What is a Terrarium? Terrarium, also called a glass garden, is a type of a vivarium just like aquarium.  This enclosure is mostly made of transparent glass containers and has a...

Curious to learn about blackwater aquariums? What is a blackwater biotope, how to set up a blackwater aquarium, and what plants and fish for blackwater aquariums? Read this article to know more.

Any aquascaper wants his aquarium to look beautiful and interesting, while maintaining its natural environment. It is often not necessary to invent something new, but it is enough to add something that is often found in nature. One of these "highlights" for decoration can be aquarium stones. They perfectly complement the interior, and due to their unusual shape make the design unique in its kind. In nature, rocks in the water are a completely natural part of the habitat. Fish spawn in them, and sometimes they just hide from predators.

When setting up an aquarium, there is a lot of thought and planning that goes in to it. What kind of filter do I need? What kind of lighting should I get? What kind of substrate? One of the biggest questions that needs to be answered and which will set your aquarium apart from others is, "How should I scape my tank?." Some people will go with artificial decor such as castles, pirate chest bubblers, neon gravel, and fake plants.   Some people will want to go with a more natural look. There is no right answer. You need to...