Category: Care Guides

April 3, 2026

How to Harden Aquarium Water for Livebearers and Cichlids

Singapore tap water may be too soft for livebearers and cichlids. Learn how to harden aquarium water using crushed coral, remineralisers, and more.

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April 3, 2026

How to Soften Aquarium Water: Methods That Actually Work

Learn how to soften aquarium water using RO, peat moss, and Indian almond leaves. Singapore tap water is already soft — find out if you even need to.

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April 3, 2026

How to Raise pH in Your Aquarium Safely

Need to raise pH in your aquarium? Learn safe methods including crushed coral, limestone, and aeration — plus why Singapore tap water may not need it.

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April 3, 2026

Detritus Worms in Your Aquarium: Harmless or Problem?

Detritus worms are thin white worms in your aquarium substrate. Learn why they appear, whether they are harmful, and how to reduce their population.

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April 3, 2026

Hydra in Your Aquarium: Tiny but Dangerous for Fry and Shrimp

Hydra are tiny stinging polyps that kill fry and shrimplets. Learn how to identify, remove, and prevent hydra in your aquarium with safe treatments.

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April 3, 2026

Planaria in Your Aquarium: Are They Dangerous and How to Remove

Planaria are flatworms that threaten shrimp and snail eggs. Learn how to identify, treat, and prevent planaria in your aquarium with safe methods.

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April 3, 2026

Anchor Worm in Fish: Identification and Removal

Anchor worms are visible parasites that embed in fish. Learn how to identify, manually remove, and treat Lernaea infestations in your aquarium safely.

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April 3, 2026

Why Is My Fish Flashing? Causes of Rubbing and Scratching

Fish flashing and rubbing against surfaces signals irritation. Learn the causes — from ich to poor water quality — and how to diagnose and treat each one.

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April 3, 2026

Columnaris in Fish: Fast-Moving and How to Stop It

Learn how to identify and treat columnaris in fish. This bacterial infection mimics fungus and can kill within 48 hours — especially in warm Singapore tanks.

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April 3, 2026

How to Propagate Aquarium Plants: Division, Cuttings and Runners

Learn how to propagate aquarium plants through stem cuttings, runners, rhizome division and plantlets. Step-by-step methods for every plant type.

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