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Penn Plax Cascade Canister Aquarium Filter Review – Why It’s Underpriced!

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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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I recently tried out the Penn Plax Cascade 1000 Canister Filter on a 55-gallon tank, and the water has never been cleaner. Check it out! So I decided to share a few of my thoughts. In this review of the Penn Plax Cascade canister filter, you’ll LEARN the three things that make the cascade canister … Read more

SunSun Canister Filter Review – Is This The Best Filter For The Money?

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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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Before you buy that expensive filter you have your eye on, make sure you read our review of the SunSun Canister Filter. SunSun is a lesser-known Chinese brand that makes quality filters that cost much less than other brands.  This filter may be the best value for the money and is a great option to keep your fish … Read more

Marineland Magniflow 360 Review – Pros & Cons

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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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The Marineland C360 Canister Filter is definitely worth a look if you’re in the market for something that is affordable and low maintenance. Marineland Magniflow Canister Filters are an upgraded version of the C-Series Canister Filter from Marineland and with 360GPH filtration capacity, it’s big enough, for tanks up to 100-gallon tanks.  In this review, we’ll talk … Read more

AWESOME Gift Ideas For Beginner Aquascapers

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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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Photo Credit: KoiQuestion Aquascaping is a very personal and private hobby and if you are looking for a few gift ideas for someone who is getting into the aquascaping hobby or even into planted aquariums you might not know where to start. Below we’ve shared a few gift ideas that are sure to be a … Read more

Selecting The Best Betta Mini Internal Aquarium Filter For Your Small Aquarium

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Selecting The Best Betta Mini Internal Aquarium Filter For Your Small Aquarium
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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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As a betta owner, one thing I noticed was how difficult it was to find a great filter for a small tank. This is a big problem because in my opinion, a betta tank should always have a way to filter the water, no matter how small the tank is. However, I would recommend never … Read more

Tetra Whisper Filter – My Review Of The Tetra Whisper Filter

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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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If you’re looking to buy a filter for your first aquarium or need a solid filter but don’t have the budget for a Fluval or an AquaClear, you may consider a Tetra aquarium filter. Tetra is a highly respected brand in the fishkeeping industry, and they have been making high-quality fish food and aquarium products for over half … Read more

Best Lens For Aquarium Photography Types & Uses

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Canon Lens Types & Uses For Aquarium Photography
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Jack has spent the last 10 years writing online about fish and aquariums. He has more than 30 years of experience as an aquarist and fishkeeper.He is an expert in setting up new tanks, breeding, maintaining, and keeping planted freshwater habitats. Jack is currently interested in marine biology, and veterinary science.His goal is to help beginners avoid the biggest mistakes when getting started. If you find something helpful please share it on your favorite social network. If you need help with anything send Jack a question. You can also find Jack writing for Backyardalpha.com
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If you take your camera to your aquarium, you will be surprised to see how much there is to photograph. The little world of your fishy friends can offer some great photo opportunities. Especially if you have a planted aquarium, adjustable lighting, or a community fish tank. But just like preparing a beautiful and functional … Read more