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Practical guides on fish care, tank setup, aquascaping and aquarium plants for fishkeepers in Singapore.

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Oscar Fish Care Guide: Tank Size, Feeding, Growth, and Compatibility

Oscar Fish Care Guide: Tank Size, Feeding, Growth, and Compatibility

Oscars are intelligent, personable, and massive. Before buying one, read this guide on the real tank size, feeding requirements, growth rate, and why most community tanks simply cannot accommodate an oscar.

FishyHub Editorial Team
8 min
15 September 2025
Aquarium Maintenance Schedule for Beginners: Weekly, Monthly, and Seasonal Tasks
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Aquarium Maintenance Schedule for Beginners: Weekly, Monthly, and Seasonal Tasks

A consistent maintenance routine is the difference between a thriving aquarium and an endless series of problems. This beginner aquarium maintenance schedule breaks down exactly what to do daily, weekly, monthly, and every few months to keep your tank healthy.

FishyHub Editorial Team
10 min
15 September 2025
Discus Fish Care Guide: What Beginners Should Know Before Keeping Discus

Discus Fish Care Guide: What Beginners Should Know Before Keeping Discus

Discus are the most demanding freshwater fish in the hobby — breathtaking but unforgiving. Read this guide before buying discus to understand the real water, feeding, and tank requirements involved.

FishyHub Editorial Team
8 min
1 September 2025
Cloudy Aquarium Water: Causes, Types, and How to Fix It
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Cloudy Aquarium Water: Causes, Types, and How to Fix It

Cloudy aquarium water is one of the most common problems hobbyists face, but the solution depends entirely on what type of cloudiness you have. This guide identifies the three main types of cloudy tank water and explains exactly how to clear each one.

FishyHub Editorial Team
8 min
1 September 2025
Freshwater Community Tank Compatibility Guide: Building a Peaceful Aquarium

Freshwater Community Tank Compatibility Guide: Building a Peaceful Aquarium

A beautiful, peaceful community tank does not happen by accident — it requires matching fish by temperament, water requirements, and territorial behaviour. This guide explains how to choose compatible freshwater fish and build a thriving community aquarium.

FishyHub Editorial Team
9 min
18 August 2025
Angelfish Care Guide: Tank Size, Temperament, and Community Tank Tips

Angelfish Care Guide: Tank Size, Temperament, and Community Tank Tips

Angelfish are stunning cichlids that reward patient, intermediate hobbyists. Learn the right tank size, water conditions, feeding, and which tankmates actually work with these elegant fish.

FishyHub Editorial Team
8 min
18 August 2025
Betta Fish Tank Setup Guide: Everything You Need for a Happy, Healthy Betta
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Betta Fish Tank Setup Guide: Everything You Need for a Happy, Healthy Betta

Bettas are stunning, personable fish that deserve more than a small bowl. This guide covers the ideal betta fish tank setup — from tank size and filtration to temperature, plants, and compatible tankmates — for a betta that truly thrives.

FishyHub Editorial Team
10 min
4 August 2025
Platy Fish Care Guide: Easy, Colorful Fish for Beginner Aquariums

Platy Fish Care Guide: Easy, Colorful Fish for Beginner Aquariums

Platies are one of the best fish for beginners — hardy, peaceful, and available in dozens of colour varieties. This guide covers tank setup, feeding, breeding, and ideal tankmates for platy fish.

FishyHub Editorial Team
7 min
4 August 2025
Molly Fish Care Guide: Tank Size, Water Parameters, Diet, and Breeding

Molly Fish Care Guide: Tank Size, Water Parameters, Diet, and Breeding

Mollies are hardy, adaptable livebearers that come in stunning colour varieties. Learn how to set up the ideal molly tank, manage their prolific breeding, and keep them healthy in Singapore's tropical climate.

FishyHub Editorial Team
7 min
21 July 2025
Low-Maintenance Aquarium Plants for Beginners: No CO2, No Fuss

Low-Maintenance Aquarium Plants for Beginners: No CO2, No Fuss

You do not need expensive CO2 systems or specialist lighting to keep live plants. These beginner-friendly aquarium plants thrive under standard LED lighting, need minimal fertiliser, and actively improve your tank's water quality.

FishyHub Editorial Team
9 min
21 July 2025
Cory Catfish Care Guide: The Peaceful Bottom-Dweller Every Community Tank Needs

Cory Catfish Care Guide: The Peaceful Bottom-Dweller Every Community Tank Needs

Corydoras catfish are the ideal bottom-dweller for peaceful community aquariums. Discover how to care for corys, which species suit your tank size, and why they make every freshwater setup better.

FishyHub Editorial Team
7 min
7 July 2025
Best Algae Eaters for Freshwater Aquariums: Fish, Snails, and Shrimp

Best Algae Eaters for Freshwater Aquariums: Fish, Snails, and Shrimp

The right algae-eating crew can transform a green, overgrown tank into a clean, balanced aquarium. Discover the best algae eaters for freshwater setups — from otocinclus catfish and nerite snails to Amano shrimp — and learn which species suit your tank.

FishyHub Editorial Team
9 min
7 July 2025