5 Aquarium Hacks to Make Your Life EASIER

Five tips, tricks and hacks to upgrade your aquarium experience!
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[@thehairywoodsman5644]

howdy from Texas, since you're a Brit, I thought now would be a good time to say THANK YOU ! for the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and Monty Python !

[@thehairywoodsman5644]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

Lol! Howdy again! 🤠 Don't forget Fawlty Towers and Mr Bean! ❤️

[@almagreen7729]

🐠 Loved the tips and your personality. 😃

[@rudrapratapsingh1769]

dont worry about stats of videos keep uploading really really helpful for fish lovers one day surely you will be famous hard work pays off ! keep it up !

[@TamTalksTanks]

@@rudrapratapsingh1769 That's really kind of you! Thank you! ❤️

[@DashDrones]

👍A few tips to add.. Dont use air pumps/air stones etc - they promote hair algae growth Don't overstock your tank Never add fertilisers Use sand and never gravel to cap your substrate. With sand your water will always be crystal clear. I haven't done a water change in over a year and fish are breeding in most of my tanks. Old water is gold, avoid them unless something crazy is happening. Most tropical fish should be kept around 27C(this is what they're used to in the wild) And agree, load the tank with plants so the whole ecosystem will be happy

[@TamTalksTanks]

Some good rules of thumb in there! Only one I disagree with is the air pump. Well, I don't know really. I've never thought about it encouraging algae to the tank, and my tank does have a weeeeeeee bit of algae, but nothing concerning. I like to have the peace of mind that the dissolved air is circulating well and that my fish aren't suffering from hypoxia, but then my tank is perpetually covered in a layer of duckweed that will smother the water. I think as long as your nutrients are balanced (like you say: no fertilisers!) then I don't think an airstone is so bad. To each his own on that one. 😉 Love a nuanced discussion so thanks for that! ❤️ (I really mean it! I think grey areas are a dying art these days...) Also: the sand! THE SAND! *YES!* What a difference it makes to not have gravel catching and hiding all the yuckiness. Wish I'd known before setting up my tank! The main layer is sand but I've got too much gravel in it for my liking and it does make life harder when it piles up like you can see in the video. Thanks for adding those tips!!

[@DashDrones]

​@@TamTalksTanks👍 Yeah, I was obsessed with adding additional air until about a month ago. Not sure if it's a long term solution but so far, everything is doing better, fish and plants are amazing. Anyway, keep up the good work, happy Monday 👍

[@ellaaqua]

🐟 Awesome tips! A hack is to use a water pump for larger water changes.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Oh yes! That's the dream someday! 🥰 For now though, I'm stuck with a hose and a bucket. Somebody suggested clamping the end of my hose onto a garden hose to extend it out into the garden. I will try that someday!

[@ellaaqua]

@TamTalksTanks They are not very expensive at all. I attach mine to some vinyl tubing and I can perform water changes very quickly. I got mine for about $25.00 USD from Amazon.

[@radioraffa]

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[@Annie.xx-xx]

Thanks Tam The fish live their new aquarium and I used all the old aquarium soil and sand . I have two new honey gouramis and they are so sweet they love their space and plants . X ❤

[@TamTalksTanks]

That's fantastic news! Sounds like you're giving them the best possible care! I've got a big soft spot for honey gouramis since having one of my own. They're so clever! After feeding time, Honey (very creatively named!) will follow the panda corydoras and pick up whatever tidbits they throw up into the water column. It's also amazing how much they swim around given the space. I find mine is very shy but will come out when he thinks I'm not filming! 😂 He also loves all the plants. So happy for you and your new recruits. 🥰

[@Annie.xx-xx]

@@TamTalksTanks I’ve opted for a very long tank so they can have a nice long swim up and down and im so surprised how well they get on with the he other fish . Thank you for your videos they are so helpful x

[@booomkalani]

🐠🐟🐡 Gonna go comb my duckweed now. Byeeee

[@TamTalksTanks]

LOL! I'm imagining someone with duckweed hair. 😂 Thanks for that chuckle!

[@eymi9193]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

Woo! 🐟🐟🐟❤️

[@AquariumAdventures]

Like the 'leave your plugs out' tip - great idea and so simple!

[@TamTalksTanks]

The PANIC when I realised the heater wasn't plugged in overnight... And in late autumn, too! 😨 I was so lucky to have cold-tolerant fish; it could have been a disaster! I'm glad you're finding the tips useful!

[@gfunkHP]

#3. take your time doing the chores! #6!!! smart n lazy lol

[@TamTalksTanks]

#6 Work smarter, not harder! 😉 Lol! Glad you enjoyed!

[@Chris-go2iz]

🐟 Keep up the good work!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Thank you! 😂🐟 I felt a bit silly at the end of the video because, believe it or not, I'm incredibly camera shy. Photos are fine but recording makes me so nervous so I'm trying to get out of my comfort zone with it. Thanks for watching until the end and I'm really glad you enjoyed it. 🙂🐟

[@valentine_n]

Happy Tuesday Tam. Smart hacks 🐟 🐠

[@TamTalksTanks]

Happy Tuesday! 🐟😁 Thank you!

[@rimc8783]

Watering the garden is the best thing to do! I'm get football size squash, Tomato, Watermelons, cantaloupe, pumpkin are all starting strong this year. And my crayfish is eating scrap foods.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Such a dream to grow so many crops. ❤️ Good on you!

[@SplicerZero]

amazing vid!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Thank you! I'm really glad you liked it. 🙂

[@AquariumDailyUK]

Love it. Brilliant tips.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Cheers! There's definitely more hiding somewhere in my noggin so I'll make a part two when I can lure them out haha!

[@Raitis.F]

Great video, good work on this. Smart Plugs: I have TAPO P100 and on the app you can set up automation: if a plug (for heater and filter) is off for 2hrs > sent notification > wait for 30min > turn on socket... and with them you can set in case of outage the default status to be on (for heater and filter) and off (for lights) if this is what you want :) - worth every penny especially if you get them on sales...

[@TamTalksTanks]

Absolutely right! I think ours cost around £12 from B&Q. So worthwhile. 👍

[@Scaperoot79]

I just found your channel and I'm loving the content🙂 Thank you for the tips!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Hello! 👋 You're most welcome and thanks for tuning in! I'm glad you're finding the channel to be helpful. 🙂 The whole reason I set up the channel was to help people with what I've learnt along the way so I'm glad it's working out so far! Lol. Hope you continue to enjoy. 🥰

[@razinfishes1918]

Yesssss make it a jungle which I do. Except my large Cichlids which eat anything green.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Excellent! It makes a big difference to any aquarium.

[@rolandtraynor]

Definitely some good advice being shared here .

[@TamTalksTanks]

Thank you! 😁 I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Nanoscape]

My houseplants and garden love fish tank water 🚿 😄

[@TamTalksTanks]

I can't believe I used to flush it down the toilet! 😭 It's liquid gold!

[@PianoMikeChannel]

Great tips. Thank you.

[@TamTalksTanks]

I'm glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for tuning in. 🙂

[@seanstar69]

Couldn't agree more on using the water in the garden. Everyone should do it.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Absolutely! My geraniums are ready to grow legs at this rate, thanks to all the tank water! Thanks for tuning in! 😁

[@dannyaquatics]

Thank you for sharing. Great video.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Cheers! I'm glad you liked the video. Thanks for tuning in. 😁

[@JordanDaly-un7ih]

🐟🐟🐟🐟😃 Great video!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked it! 🐟🐟🐟🐟

[@providedjoker2649]

Great hacks!! LOVED the comb one!! You’re doing amazing!! Love these videos n advice. It does help!! 👍🤡👍 🐟🐠🐟🐠🐟🐠🐠

[@TamTalksTanks]

Yay! Thank you! 😁 I'm so glad you're enjoying the videos! Thanks for watching until the end! 🐟

[@user_1-boyoyo]

Very helpful video!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Excellent! That's exactly why I make these videos and comments like yours let me know it's worthwhile. Thank you! 🙂

[@swirlywoo]

Thanks for the aquarium hacks, I have a massive snail called Shpek who really appreciated them!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Shpek! That's a unique name! What kind of snail is Shpek? Glad you both enjoyed the video! 😁 Thanks for tuning in!

[@swirlywoo]

@@TamTalksTanks He's a golden mystery snail! 😊

[@TamTalksTanks]

@@swirlywoo Awwwwww! 🥰🐌 I've heard so many good things about mystery snails but I've never seen them sold in shops in the UK! 😭

[@swirlywoo]

@@TamTalksTanks That's a shame! 😓 They're so fun, full of personality 😄

[@rulkavian3225]

Great tips. +1 subscriber.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Yay! Thanks for joining the community; I hope you'll continue to enjoy the content to come. 🙂

[@wayneshaw5006]

I love the comb tip for Duck weed means I don't have to rescue fish from the turtle tank.

[@TamTalksTanks]

Thank you! I'm glad the video helped you. It's awful when you've got places to be, but you also need to do maintenance and WHAM! Duckweed all up your arm! No longer shall we be doomed to be swamp monsters lol!

[@doyensmith8996]

​@@TamTalksTanksExcellent advice. Can I crush the duckweed and place it back in the tank so as not to lose any nutrients from the tank?

[@heh70103]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

🐟 End of Video Club! Hoo-Rah!

[@milekh6681]

You should checkout father fish If you wanna step up your aquarium game

[@TamTalksTanks]

I do like Father Fish! I don't agree with him on everything but we all have different opinions about different things. I've definitely learnt a lot from his style of fishkeeping, that's for sure!

[@Rod_Zaramella]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

🐟 So glad you enjoyed the video! 😁

[@w33sle9]

Hey, I’m raising frogs from spawn that was laid this spring in my pond, about half of them have now grown their front legs so I have moved them into an amphibious environment. What sort of plants can I use that would work in this scenario, like types of moss and stuff that’s common in marshes

[@TamTalksTanks]

Hello! 👋 Frogs and tadpoles! How exciting! My answer would be: it depends. The tadpoles will still want to feed on vegetation, but you shouldn't use plants in your pond that are not endemic to your local ecosystem if they're likely to spread (surface plants like duckweed and salvinia are known to spread and invade ecosystems easily). When I was growing up and raising tadpoles, I found they really enjoyed eating elodea that I'd scooped up from the local canal (and where I found the tadpoles!). I'd recommend having a look around the waterways of your local area for native plants if you're allowed to harvest them. Laws vary by country so make sure to abide by your local laws. Here in the UK, star moss and other mosses I'm less familiar with are found in abundance. Also ferns like bracken (it grows like wildfire and I don't know of anything that eats it because it's carcinogenic when eaten but I think it's really pretty), wildflowers like forget-me-nots and grasses are also good. I'm a big fan of clover as it provides a lot of cover for small organisms and also attracts pollinators, fixes nitrogen and is just a fantastic plant. Don't forget about bits of wood: even just sticks and twigs, maybe some fallen leaves for some extra cover for the froglets as they emerge. The leaves will also be a hiding spot for their prey, so the frogs will be more likely to stick around and spawn there again when the time comes if they find an abundance of food there. I hope that helps you! Let me know if there's anything else I've not covered and I'll do my best to give you a good answer. 🙂

[@DarrellB-g8z]

The KZbin algorithm is deciding to show your video. Ya!! Now my 2 video production tips: You need to step up the production quality a bit to get us to stick around. Pick up a couple video lights (they're cheap now), and an external mic. Good luck!

[@TamTalksTanks]

Hiya! Thanks for your feedback! ❤️ Unfortunately I'm in a circumstance where I've got to work with what I already have (just a smartphone for now!), but I really hope to upgrade my equipment in the future. I'm grateful to everyone who sticks around despite the camera/mic quality to watch and listen to what I have to say. Hoping that quality of substance wins over quality of equipment for now! But as I say, I do intend to improve production quality in time. 🙂 Thanks again!

[@DarrellB-g8z]

@@TamTalksTanks I'm not complaining! I'm just a pro video guy offering friendly tips. :) Just point a room light at yourself. It would help a lot to combat the contrast difference between your face, and the tank behind you. And, if possible, just get your phone a bit closer. It would really help with the audio. If you were in the U.S., I'd send you some gear I'm no longer using. :) Best of luck!

[@TamTalksTanks]

You're alright! I love constructive feedback. 😁 It's all part of growth. That's really kind. 🙂 Thanks for the tip! I had to close the curtains in the living room because the sun causes a very strong reflection of the french windows on the tank. Then the ceiling light makes for poor video lighting... 🙃 It'll come in time. There's something to be said about humble beginnings. Seriously, thanks for the tips because I know more about fish tanks than I do videoing. Can you tell? 😂

[@jamespay4354]

cool vid

[@TamTalksTanks]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it! 😁

[@VishwaMasterson]

Is Molly Fish Good For An Planted Tank ?As They Eat Algae ..i heard

[@TamTalksTanks]

Mollies are great fish for a planted tank. They're livebearers so they'll populate your tank very quickly!

[@rulkavian3225]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

🐟 Hoo-Rah! 😉 Thanks for watching the whole thing!

[@Timsfreshwatertanks]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

Thanks for tuning in! 🐟

[@freedos2220]

Can't hear, louder please

[@TamTalksTanks]

Oh no! I'm sorry! I'm working with what I have just now and what I have is just a smartphone! 😖 I'll get a dedicated microphone at some point in the future. 👍 It's loud enough when I turn the volume up past the halfway point on my phone, but you're right: it should be louder! Thanks for the constructive feedback. ❤

[@drakemastronardi4924]

@@TamTalksTankslol don’t even worry about it. You’re plenty loud enough in this video. Great advice, keep it up

[@TamTalksTanks]

@@drakemastronardi4924 WHAT WAS THAT?? Lol. Sorry, my sense of humour is just as poor as my recording equipment!!! 😂 Thanks so much. It's definitely humble beginnings but I'd like to be able to make better quality videos someday. That's the goal!

[@AspeyL]

L A M P 🦋

[@TamTalksTanks]

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[@eymi9193]

Where can you get this adapter? 😱

[@TamTalksTanks]

I got this from B&Q for around £12. You'll be able to find them at hardware, computer tech shops and the likes, or even online if you just search for smart plugs. 🙂

[@sayedabibi4948]

[@TamTalksTanks]

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[@EdKenUK]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

🐟🐟🐟🐟❤️ Nice one! Thanks for sticking around until the end!

[@debraking2516]

[@janinnemeloni2232]

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[@TamTalksTanks]

🐟👍 Thanks for watching 'til the end!