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LOCATION MATTERS

When I first got my Geos back in September I decided to give them the 75 gallon in the center of the room. I moved Humphrey to the corner...

I have been doing some reading and have found there are a great number of different algae's that we may come across during our journey's...

Choosing substrate seems to be pretty simple but there are factors you should take into consideration when making your choice. Let's...

Black spot algae is one that I have been seeing in my Geophagus aquarium. It's on the anubias leaves. It is black and usually grows on...

Aquarium lighting is another one of those topics that vary from tank to tank. What works for you may not be ideal for someone else. This...

Did you know that you should clean your gravel prior to use? Sounds silly really. We aren't going to eat it, or play with it. Can you...

What exactly are phosphates? Phosphates are something that is in every aquarium. Many of us aren't even aware they are there. Phosphates...

Anytime you experience a severe outbreak of disease where you lose fish, I recommend disinfecting your aquarium. I couple years ago two...

In this hobby there are ups and downs. Even when we keep our tanks in pristine conditions, excellent water parameters, careful in not...

This is my 75 gallon Geophagus Altifrons aquarium. It's been a fun experience on so many levels for me. I have never had Geos and have...