So… you’re thinking about starting a shrimp tank?That tiny world of cherry shrimp, moss balls, and crystal-clear water is tempting, right? But here’s the truth:Nano shrimp tanks are easy to mess up if you skip key setup steps — and most...
Category - Tank Setup
Step-by-step guides on setting up nano tanks, planted aquariums, and ecosystem tanks for beginners and hobbyists.
Can you build an aquarium that needs no filter, no CO₂, and no water changes? If you’ve heard of the Walstad Method or Father Fish setups, you’ve probably wondered: Is a no-tech tank too good to be true… or have we overcomplicated fishkeeping? In...
Walstad vs Father Fish: Which Natural Aquarium Method Works Best Without CO₂ or Filters? Natural aquariums sound too good to be true — no CO₂, no filters, no water changes? Yet, two legendary methods claim exactly that: the Walstad Method and the...
Imagine having an aquarium that runs almost entirely on its own — no filter, no CO₂, and no water changes. Sounds like a fishkeeper’s dream, right? Well, it’s not just possible — it’s practical. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to create a...
Confused about which filter is best for your freshwater aquarium? You’re not alone. With so many types — sponge, HOB, canister — it’s easy to waste money on the wrong one. That’s why we broke it all down into this 3-minute guide for beginners. If...
Can You Really Run a Tank with No CO2, Filter, or Water Changes? Here’s What Happens Setting up an aquarium without a filter, CO₂ system, or regular water changes sounds like a disaster waiting to happen — right? But this “natural...
