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Product Review: OASE BioMaster Thermo 350

Dr. Scott Wells of the University of Tennessee tested the OASE BioMaster Thermo 350 and provided a full review on this external canister, the only one on the market with an integrated heater! Stating that this canister is “quiet and easy to prime,” Dr. Wells describes everything from what is included in the box to […]

Product Review: OASE BioMaster Thermo 250 Aquarium Filter

I have been keeping aquariums over 50 years, and seldom have I encountered a product that pleases me as much as the OASE BioMaster filter I installed a little over a month ago. My aquarium is an 18 x 18 x 24 tank that holds about 21 net gallons. It is heavily planted, with carbon […]

Canister Filters: The Superior Choice for Planted Tank Filtration

Choosing the Best Canister Filter Looking for the best canister filter for your planted aquarium? Ensuring you have a high quality filter in your tank can make all the difference for your plant, fish, and invertebrates’ health. Of all the methods of filtration available for the planted freshwater tank, canister filters have long been the superior […]

CS Pro Flake Calanus & Spirulina Food

CS Pro Flake Calanus & Spirulina Food 1oz Manufacturer: Aquarium Life Support Systems AquaLife continues to offer the highest quality, scientifically formulated products at price points reflecting true value. Our CS PRO Calanus Spirulina Flake fish food is no exception. Formulated from the best ingredients, and fortified with vitamins and probiotics, CS PRO , this new […]

Amano Shrimp Guide: Lifespan, Diet, Environment

Amano Shrimp Overview Caridina multidentata, sometimes caridinia japonica and otherwise known as Amano shrimp, are an extremely popular freshwater shrimp species to introduce to your aquarium. Takashi Amano, the famous hobbyist who discovered the species’ ability to eat large quantities of algae, introduced the Amano shrimp to aquarists. Amano shrimp are simply the best clean up crews […]