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Frequently asked questions on lowering hardness

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Some fish prefer soft water, and others benefit from softer water for breeding. But how do you make hard water soft, and…

Frequently asked questions on livebearers...

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Livebearers, like guppies, platies, mollies and swordtails, are a very popular group of fishes in the hobby. We answer…

Frequently asked questions on nitrate

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Nitrate is less of a problem in your aquarium than ammonia or nitrite, but it still shouldn't be ignored. Matt Clarke…