The Weekly Aquarium Routine I Wish Someone Had Shown Me Before Gerald Died
My 15-minute weekly routine keeps multiple nano tanks healthy without the burnout. Here’s the exact checklist I built after killing my first betta.
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Why I Stopped Using Test Strips (After Killing Gerald the Betta)
After killing Gerald the betta with a test strip that lied about ammonia levels, I tested dozens of kits. Here’s what actually works for tank cycling.
Sponge vs. HOB vs. Canister: What I Wish Someone Told Me Before Gerald the Betta Died
I blew $400 on a canister filter for a 10-gallon tank and killed my betta. Here’s what actually matters when picking your first aquarium filter.
How I Stopped Killing Aquarium Plants (After 3 Failed Attempts)
After 3 failed tanks and one very patient betta, I figured out the 30-day beginner setup that actually works. No CO2, no panic Googling required.