AQUARISTIK.org – advice and news about the aquarium

Aquaristik.org welcomes you! Aquaristik.org – advice and news about the aquarium

One of the largest addresses in Europe when it comes to questions about the Aquaristics goes. Guides, instructions, tips, tricks and the opinions of the users are in the foreground here.

For many years, aquaristics has been one of the hobbies that inspire young and old. In addition to the calming effect of the underwater world, the multitude of technical facilities, the variety of fish in an aquarium, the special aquatic plants and the overall interaction in this biological habitat are fascinating.

fish and plants to see them grow and to achieve success in breeding make up the special feature of this beautiful hobby. In the following we will introduce you to the AQUARISIK.org page in more detail and tell you what you can find here.

Advice on technology, algae, fish diseases and aquariums

Nobody wants their fish to get sick, but it can happen quickly. Be it through the introduction of a foreign stock or through any new plants. Certain fish diseases also arise due to other bacterial infections or other things. Guides help to determine exactly what it is and what you can do about it. Be it with the feared white spot disease or the ascites, but also with many others. 

But advisors are also needed when using the corresponding technical achievements. The technical devices in an aquarium are becoming more and more diverse. Be it new filter media and devices or also progress in things aquarium lighting. Here more and more sees the LED technology and thus the consumption cost factor also changes significantly. The heating systems are also becoming more diverse. Not to mention the various products in the field of CO2 fertilization or even with the UV clarifier, Our Guides help here.

When it comes to filtering, the Hamburg mat filter, or HMF for short, has been one of the most popular filters for years. Only a little is needed and you can usually build it yourself. Be it with a simple pressure cell, a membrane pump and a Czech air lifter. How the functional principle works and what you should pay attention to can be found in the multi-part guide. There we go into the different types of airlift and also the possibilities of the filter media and their use. The structure of the HMF is also described there. The former should be found in the article on the HMF. Oh, the exact design and calculation of pump performance, mat size and flow rate can be found there.

A lot has happened in recent years, especially when it comes to lighting. Be it the revolution in terms of LED technology or the most diverse simulations such as moonlight phases, cloud and rain simulations. Also the lighting duration can thus be regulated more and more individually.

Guide to water chemistry. Water values ​​are the be-all and end-all in aquaristics, even if for many it is a very difficult and dry matter. Nevertheless, you have to deal with the water values ​​​​and their determination more closely. Oh, here we have put together the most important questions in our guide.

Who one never done a water change, who should also read this guide carefully. There is also the topic of Calculation of maintenance costs in an aquarium min closely related.

Pests and algae often make it very difficult for us aquarists to enjoy the hobby. But it doesn't have to be, then there is a solution for almost all pests such as planarians, hydras, discworms or even hoppers. In addition, there is also a control method for all types of algae. Be it the green or the diatoms, which are very often already in the Run-in phase of an aquarium occur. Once you have identified the algae, you should fight them accordingly. Methods such as the dark cure or the appropriate planting with fast-growing plants can be a middle here.

Speaking of plants. Of course there is also everything about the plants in the aquarium on aquaristik.org. Be it the various profiles such as that of the Nixkraut or the coveted one Moss ball and hair mermaids. Or even when it comes to fertilization. Plants still need nutrients to grow. These can be macronutrients or micronutrients. CO2 fertilization and everything that goes with it is also available in our large compendium on CO2 fertilization. Be it the correct calculation and determination of the appropriate CO2 content or the various diffusers, reactors or even pinball machines. In addition, we have also examined the area of ​​BIO Co2 systems more closely.

Shopping guides for the current bestsellers in the field of filtering, lighting and also for consumables such as feed or plant fertilizer are linked accordingly in the sidebar.

Ornamental fish and plants in the imagination

Auch ornamental fish and the necessary ones Guides in matters husbandry, care, feeding and breeding are described by us. There are many popular styles like that Gourami or the Guppies to be found here. Also armored catfish or the catfish can be found in the relevant area. There are always appropriate ones for this wanted letters and lots of pictures. Aquaristik.org puts together everything worth knowing about the most popular species of aquatic plants.

The big group of tetras like the blue ones Peru Tetra or also the blood tetra can be found in our presentation of ornamental fish. There we have presented the most important tetra species individually and also attached nice pictures for recognition and identification. tetras like that Yellow phantom tetras or the well-known one Roach Moenkhausia can be found there. Tetras do very well in large swarms in almost all community tanks. The schooling fish is also very easy to keep and only makes few demands on the water conditions.

If you prefer to focus on rasbora or barbel, you will find these fishes presented individually with us. Here we already have it harlequin rasbora or the Sumatran mullet detailed in the brief.

Calculation tools for heating design, statics, weight and maintenance costs

Again and again we also provide various calculation tools for aquaristics. Be it tools for Maintenance costs and purchase costs calculation. Also to statics and weight we already have some tools. The water values ​​and their calculation, be it in the osmosis process or for Calculation of the heating power can be found with us. We will also present various calculations for PH, GH, KH and Co.

If you want to know exactly how the temperature is composed after a water change or how you can influence the temperature very easily and quickly, you can find this out in our temperature area with a specially developed one Temperature calculation tool.

A complete overview of all Calculation tools with the corresponding guides can be found here.

If you want to buy an aquarium, you have to load-bearing capacity of the ceiling and pay close attention to the floor. We have created a guide for this purpose, which on the one hand gives guide values ​​for the load capacity in kg/m2 and on the other hand also gives tips on how to increase the payload and load capacity of the ceiling.

Guide to aquarium chemistry, osmosis, snails and algae

Be it how you look at it optimal substrate put together, or how to unify your aquarium in the easiest way. In addition, in our large section on aquarium chemistry, we explain what GH, KH, silicate, phosphate, Co2, PH and many other values ​​such as copper, iron and zinc are all about. Even if it's around algae in the aquarium or if it's around Snails in the aquarium we have written appropriate guides.

What is meant by water treatment and what is there to consider? And how about that? Water change out of. When do I have to do this and how often? You can also find these questions on Aquaristik.org.

What is a Osmosis system or is it not called reverse osmosis system? What is the difference?

Of course, we also dealt with the Combat of seaweed deals and the tops of the anti-algae examined more closely.

Above all, we always explain the connections between the individual water values. you can't just lower the pH value without knowing how other values ​​behave. A reduction in the nitrate value or even an increase in it also depends on other values ​​and is therefore buffered accordingly.

Furnishing guide as an e-book in 40 pages

A pair of Set up an aquarium is not difficult if you first take the time to read certain things step by step. This is what our aquarium area is for setup step by step, for which we will also shortly provide an e-book. In our guide area, which by the way not only contains things for beginners but also for advanced aquarists, we will explain our setup steps in more detail. It starts with the planning. We also explain the costs of purchasing or maintaining an aquarium there. This area will be constantly expanded. Be there too and support other aquarists with your knowledge.

Anyone who buys an aquarium today will almost burst with impatience, especially at the beginning, until they have set up and furnished the aquarium. Usually one then quickly goes to the pet shop and buys the first fish. This is where the error lies. Fish are not used right at the beginning, but only after the break-in phase. What is retracting an aquarium anyway? A drive in the aquarium has something to do with establishing the biological balance and ensuring that the first nutrients and decomposition products are produced. Life has to come first.

Brand new is our three-part setup guide.

In addition, there is also a lot to say about the setup, which stones or which roots you want to use. How is the selection of these and what do I have to consider if I want to collect them myself in the forest? Questions which we also got to the bottom of.

Shop XNUMX/XNUMX with lots of bargain prices

Of course, purchasing the many components in an aquarium is also a very important topic. Visitors here often know where to find the best bargains. The number of shops is constantly increasing and can quickly become overwhelming, especially for beginners. That's why we have also decided on certain products, be it because of the good tests and experiences of the users. or because the price is simply unbeatable at the moment. For this there is our specially created area in the shop.

Of course we also have a corresponding guide when it comes to the ornamental fish purchase go prepared. There you will find out everything you should consider and you will also get tips when it comes to selecting the sources and options for buying ornamental fish. Here, too, you should inform yourself well before you buy your fish. Of course, this also applies to them Buy aquatic plants.

Show us your best aquarium photos and pictures - aquarium setup examples

What would the world of aquaristics be like if you couldn't look at furnishing examples and furnishing templates somewhere. We have also thought of that and would like to present them in our gallery area. Everyone can publish their pictures here. We have also set up a corresponding area in the forum.

Pictures often say more than words, especially when it comes to the initial setup of an aquarium. Let yourself be inspired by the pictures, photos and interior sketches. Of course we are happy if you are there and show other aquarists what your tank looks like.

News, press releases and trade fairs all about aquaristics

Where can you get information about what's new in aquaristics? Best of all with us at AQUARISTIK.org. Here you will not only find a large community, but also a lot of information in our news area. There we offer the opportunity to present not only press releases but also trade fairs all about aquaristics. We will also write news on certain topics, or even better you send us this news. Please contact us directly for this as well.

If you have any questions about aquaristics, visit our forum

Of course, we will soon also be making our forum available to aquarists. In order for this to grow accordingly, we need a lot of support here. There is the best place to ask all questions that are not answered here, be it in our guides or in the other articles. So be there too.

Aquaristik.org - whether freshwater, saltwater, corner or nano aquarium

There are already plenty of forums for invertebrates, forums for special species such as seawater tanks, but we have made it our task to include all areas. Regardless of whether you want to enter the world of seawater aquariums or freshwater aquariums. Both have their place here.

Our category of aquarium fish - ornamental fish

In our guide area all about ornamental fish you can find out everything about keeping them, Feeding and also about them socialization. We will provide you with the right one Trimmings and the different types of ornamental fish in more detail. Stocking density and the many species of ornamental fish are also discussed. Be it the large group of perch or the viviparous toothcarp or the egg-laying toothcarp. killifish, climbing fish and labyrinth fish. Discus and also many tetras can be found in each wanted posters place. For this purpose, feeding is very important and also the appropriate one Storage of fish feed.

But which fish goes with which? What do the different examples of socialization look like? Be it in one 54 liter or 60 liter aquarium, or also in the 200 liter and 240 liter tanks. If you want even more options, you should look at aquariums with a capacity of 300 liters or more. Larger fish can already be used there. The individual links for the trimming examples.

But enough of the words and have fun browsing.