Lights are an important addition to any aquarium, making the animals and plants stand out and look amazing. It can be hard to decide on what set of LED lights to purchase as there are countless to choose from, but the Finnex FugeRay Planted+ Aquarium LED Light will do the job superbly and will never look at you down. Not only that, but this model has lots of features which makes it an amazing choice. In this review will we run through all the great features of this LED lighting, and go over all of its positives and negatives. Finnex Fugeray Planted Aquarium LED Light Plus Moonlights, 45.5 ..read more

Buying a betta fish online can seem like a daunting and often unethical experience. However, the process of learning how to safely order a betta fish doesn’t have to be overwhelming, there are plenty of legitimate ways to responsibly order them. The best place to buy betta fish online isn’t immediately obvious, in part due to frequent scams and animal cruelty issues. The Betta fish is one of the best freshwater aquarium fish for beginners.  If you’re living in a remote place, access to local pet stores could be limited, and so the process to buy betta fish online is your only real option ..read more

The AquaClear power filter has many great features which make it a great aquarium filter choice. Also known as the AquaClear HOB filter, the name power filter and HOB filter are used interchangeably.  A hang on back or clip on filter are great options for smaller tanks as they don’t take up important space within the tank like sponge filters or submersible filters do. They also don’t have the bulky main canister and need to space that canister filters require. Check out our canister filter vs power filter article for more info. HOB filters draw water from the tank via an intake valve, pas ..read more

A 5 gallon fish tank is a brilliant way of starting out on your aquarium journey. With many fish tank kits available that include a filtration system and LED lighting they can be very easy to set up. They are also a perfect size to practice aquascaping on! There are many different ways to stock a tank of this size, and in this article we will go through the best fish for 5 gallon tank aquariums.  Not only will we go through what fish you can stock in a 5 gallon tank, we will also go through what fish you shouldn’t house in a tank of this size. Aquarium plants are very important in a fish ..read more

A 5 gallon fish tank is a perfect way to start off your aquarium journey. Most often 5 gallon tanks are used by beginner aquarists as they can easily fit in a bedroom, worktop, or desk, and don’t need much room or maintenance in order to run smoothly.  Experienced aquarists often use 5 gallon fish tanks as breeding tanks, quarantine tanks, or as a testing tank for aquascaping ideas. As 5 gallons is a very small space, it is also very interesting to see what different communities you can build! There are many benefits of purchasing a 5 gallon aquarium instead of a larger tank. To start thi ..read more

Fluval is a very well known brand, producing brilliant aquarium heaters, fish food, water conditioners, and fish tanks. The Fluval Spec Series of fish tanks are well-loved, but this article will focus on the Fluval Evo 13.5 Aquarium Kit. This aquarium kit is designed specially for saltwater setups, and to promote coral growth.  There are two different Fluval Sea Evo Aquarium Kit sizes available; 5 gallons and 13.5 gallons. Both of these models offer built-in filtration hidden in the honeycomb back aquarium and LED lighting found in the hood. It is a brilliant option if you want the labori ..read more

Protein skimmers are a vital part of a saltwater aquarium setup. They work by using small air bubbles and the properties of dissolved proteins, to remove these dissolved proteins from the water column.  Having the best protein skimmer for your tank setup is as important as having a good aquarium filter, either a canister filter or HOB filter depending on the tank size, LED lighting, an aquarium heater, or any other essential accessory.  Sale Coralife 05272 Super Skimmer with Pump, 125-Gallon $209.04 Buy on Amazon Sale Bubble Magus BM-Curve 5 Protein Skimmer $189.00 Buy on Amazo ..read more

In this article we will give a complete run down of the Fluval Spec range of fish tanks. The Fluval Spec Range includes the Fluval Spec III, Fluval Spec V, and the Fluval Spec 16.  Fluval are one of the most well known brands in the aquarium industry, offering high quality products ranging from fish food to water conditioners. They even have saltwater specific reef tanks in the Fluval Sea Evo Range. The Spec series of fish tanks are no different. All three models are brilliant small aquariums which offer built-in filtration and LED lighting. It is no surprise that the Fluval Spec V is fou ..read more

Aquariums are brilliant additions to any home. Not only do they look amazing and allow for a fantastic display of fish and aquatic plants, but they also bring a range of health benefits.  Cleaning the fish tank is an essential part of maintenance, which is why your tank needs a good filter. There are a few different filter types that you can choose from; canister filters, under gravel filters, sponge filters, or as we will discuss in this article, the HOB filter. The filter will clean the water, while you use an aquarium vacuum cleaner to clean the substrate. HOB filters offer a brilliant ..read more

Having an aquarium tank in the house is getting increasingly more popular. Looking at the ease of taking care of a tank, and the fact the an aquarium brightens up any room it’s not hard to see why. There are also major health benefits of keeping a fish tank. Somewhat surprisingly, it’s easy to not realize that light is a vital part of an aquarium. Ambient sunlight isn’t enough to provide enough light to keep your aquarium plants and fish healthy and happy, or to make your fish tank look its best. Some of the best lights on the market are LED lights, and the Wills 165 Watt LED Aquarium Light ca ..read more