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Pest & Problems
Solve algae, pests, and common aquarium problems.
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Pest & Problems1 min read
Cloudy Aquarium Water: Why It Happens and What to Do
Cloudy aquarium water can come from substrate dust, bacterial blooms, algae, debris, or water-quality problems. Learn how to identify the cause, what to test first, and what to do without making the problem worse.
Xing ZhuangOct 26, 2026
Pest & ProblemsMaintenance1 min read
Mini-Cycle After Cleaning Your Aquarium Filter: Why It Happens and What to Do
Cleaning an aquarium filter does not automatically cause a mini-cycle. Learn why ammonia or nitrite can appear after filter maintenance, how to identify the problem, and how to protect your biofilter while the tank stabilizes.
Xing ZhuangOct 24, 2026
Pest & Problems1 min read
New Tank Syndrome: What It Is and How to Get Through It
Learn what causes New Tank Syndrome, how to recognize ammonia and nitrite problems, and what to do to protect aquarium livestock and restore biological stability.
Xing ZhuangOct 21, 2026
Pest & ProblemsAquatic Plants1 min read
Black Beard Algae (BBA): Causes and How to Get Rid of It
Learn how to identify Black Beard Algae (BBA), understand the conditions that help it persist, remove established growth, and prevent it from coming back.
Sep 27, 2026
Aquatic PlantsPest & Problems1 min read
Green Spot Algae: Why It Appears and How to Get Rid of It
Learn how to identify Green Spot Algae, understand the conditions that may contribute to it, remove established growth, and prevent it from returning.
Xing ZhuangSep 23, 2026
Aquatic PlantsPest & Problems1 min read
Brown Diatoms in a New Aquarium: Why They Appear and What to Do
Why do new aquariums develop brown diatoms? Learn how to identify them, manage the early brown phase, and know when persistent growth needs further investigation.
Xing ZhuangSep 21, 2026