Surface Agitation - Why its so Important (Best Way To Achieve)

[@KaveManAquatics]

Whats your preferred way of oxygenating your tank, is it air stones,, wave makers, or just a good old submarine man? lol Don't forget to subscribe! kzbin.info

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yea that's an awesome wave maker! Its worth the cost for sure 👍

[@passenger3]

Great info for beginners kev. Keep up the good work my man

[@KaveManAquatics]

Nick Ward Thanks Nick, appreciate that! 😊

[@Yorkscarnivore]

Sadly can't have a wavemaker kev because I've got angrl fish, they hate heavy flow dont they?? Really need one for poop tho how can I do this?

[@Shadow-wn5fw]

I have a wavemaker, hang on back, and a canister filter all running on my 60 gallon mbuna tank. Should I stop running one of them?

[@alltankedup]

this is one of the best video' on youtube via explaining surface agitation and the options available.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! I appreciate that feedback! 😊💪

[@Birdm4n78]

Watching your WaveMaker video made me realize that I had it angled straight and not up. Taking me to school at least once a day!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad I can help bro! Appreciate your membership too 🫡💪

[@ignaciogomez8982]

Thanks for all your helpful videos . I find them helpful when I find myself clueless on what to do

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8MyRXOeOqhwzruSWFdhcaNh

[@FEAR1Glo]

U just saved my fish bro thank you so much💚I was frl hurting trynna solve this

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure bro, glad I could help! 😊💪

[@markb8954]

Wow. After watching many of the KaveMan videos on surface agitation & the use of wave makers we just this week ordered and installed one in our tank. Wow. Back story...we’ve been struggling keeping our 20 gallon tank clean. From the start, just murky/cloudy water. We’ve done so many water changes & substrate cleanings and filter cleanings, only to no effect. The tank only has two large Koi, nothing else. Anyhow, once we installed the wavemaker, it immediately kept all the floating matter floating....nothing settled & our HOB filter cleaned it all. It’s been crystal clear sailing. Thanks for the great tip.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome bro! Glad I could help! 😊💪

[@ROTTERtube]

I'm into saltwater but your videos are great.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad you like them! I'm in route to start my first salt water tank very soon!! 😁

[@dr.ryanlutz6688]

Hey. Great Videos and topic. I have a non aquarium related question, but I think you may have expertise to guide me. Im looking to pump air into a a water bucket system, as a way to trap dust on a construction site. Im using this inside a dust collector which Im planning on filling with water. Kinda like a water bong, where the debris get aught in the water. So, Im looking for a STRONG pump to keep breaking the surface tension in the way you describe in the video as it relates to the air stone. With hopes to catch the toxic silica dust that is in the air when cutting stone. Can you recommend a pump that is durable for pushing alot of air? Perhaps one that is adjustable so I can try to fine tune its effectiveness and water surface agitation.

[@cat_family369]

Helpful and best important topoc thank you friend for sharing💖😃👍

[@purplebond]

Keep dropping that knowledge, bro!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Gregg Owens Thanks bro! Appreciate that! 😊

[@kathyjurgens7153]

Very helpful. Looks like I'm doing things mostly right. I searched this topic for this question: Will Surface Agitation Naturally Help Lower pH? That's what I really need to know. Thanks!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Surface agitation helps to raise PH. Without it CO2 builds up in the tank which lowers your PH.

[@kathyjurgens7153]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you 🙏🏼

[@haziqismail750]

Great video, bro! You earned a sub. 👍🏼

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@shelbybreeden6356]

Hi there, my husband and I have been watching your videos, and absolutely love them. My husband has previous experience with cichlid tanks but has been out of fish keeping for a while. We were wondering if there is such a thing as over aerorating a tank. We have two filters and a wave machine on our 55 gallon tank. Is it to much?

[@pains]

thx for your efforts say why there is no design of aquarium showing the in take in the bottom and the outake also in bottom? why every design must be up? thx again all love from kuwait ❤️🌹

[@BlackiePandai]

My preferred way is wave makers as i have two of them in my reef tank to it makes sense!!! Luv your vids btw

[@KaveManAquatics]

Nl2 Triples Thanks! 😊 Yea, in a reef tank definitely wave makers 👍

[@AndrewKeith10]

Hey man, those African Ciclids are gorgeous man.

[@RameshKumar-vc4rd]

Hi Kave, Great Video with Useful Information, I am going for a wavemaker for my 75G African Cichlid tank. In case of adding wave market to the aquarium can I get rid of the Air stones/bubbles that I currently have?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes, absolutely. Just make sure to angle your wave maker upwards to create surface agitation

[@dougscorse3454]

Currently have a hob filter and canister filter with spray bar. Will this be enough? Really like your wave maker method. Feel like a filter alone doesn’t circulate a tank enough and just keeps redoing the same water. Keep up the good videos. You make things a lot easier to understand

[@KaveManAquatics]

It depends on how many fish you have in the tank. But sounds like you've got it well covered 👍

[@valdurio52]

Hey Kev.. Any tips on how to get an extra large sponge filter out for cleaning without polluting the water

[@KaveManAquatics]

Zip lock bag bro...put the sponge in the bag before pulling it out of the tank 😁

[@MRFLIP]

👊 this just answered all my questions

[@KaveManAquatics]

Happy to hear that!

[@brendadowns212]

Hi I just got a fish tank our water filter the water fall one was not working enough so I put another one in but was missing a bit so have a little small spout coming up top will this disrupt the fish one fish was staying by the water fall one before input this in will the extra help till I can get another one

[@KimberlySeliga]

@kavemanaquatics Can you add more oxygen in the tank via the sump?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Absolutely! Adding surface agitation to the sump supplies oxygen to the tank as well

[@JennzYouTube]

Hi Kev! First time fish owner here. I've really been enjoying your videos and your fish are beautiful! So I bought some glofish and I have a Fluval Flex 9 gallon tank. My fish definitely is lacking oxygen. They keep coming to the top, opening/closing their mouths really fast, and they aren't eating well. Besides buying a stone, what else can I do?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats all you will need. The airstone is going to dramatically improve the oxygen in the tank. But get it in ASAP!

[@gianbarmanable]

Always great video man😉👍.thnks to sharing..what type wave maker can i put on 600 lts tank?i have one 10000 lts and another 8000 lts but some times i feel like its to much power.when you have time can you make some video about tuberculosis at african cichlids please .few tips what we can do..thanks ..

[@thomasjohnson9086]

Kev which is better Krill or Brine shrimp?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Both are good, I feed both.

[@christopherstraughter1982]

You have great videos and I love your fish. I just had Oscars only and decided to try the African Cichlids. I have two questions on this. How do you bring out the color of your fish? I changed over from rock to sand substrate and I can't my water clear. Do I need more water changes ? I tried 1 already and some fish died. I'm real nervous about the next one.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Fish color come out for multiple reasons, like genetics, diet, stress levels, water parameters...your fish shouldn’t die during water changes. Watch this playlist in African cichlids, should be helpful for you. kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8MG9hyJ8PjbC33zEbcyy8__

[@domzalm1]

Hello. Thank you for very valuable information. I have a question. Is it possible to overdo it? I mean have too much surfice agitation and too many oxygen bubbles in my tank?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Never 😁

[@lundexplorer1]

I have a sixty five gallon Finally got a nice filter. I have tilted one of the heads up to break the surface water. Does that mean I don't need my air diffuser

[@BbChicken18]

Hello, is moving surface considered surface agitation or it should be harsh movinf current

[@KaveManAquatics]

Doesnt have to be harsh, just has to be moving 😁

[@rogeralanmartin]

u da man - i subscribed

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

[@rogeralanmartin]

I need the name of med for white ITCH - that can be added to tank

[@rogeliorodriguez8696]

My friend I'm new in the saltwater aquarium. I'm trying first time I have a 30 gallon aquarium with a 110 tidal I use live sand and dry rock like 20 lbs I don't know where to located the power head I the tank..... can you help me out please. The tank is running for like 3 weeks already and I just introduce some fish I was burning to see the tank empty.. in the hob wich type of media should I use....

[@atilanogarciajr119]

Thanks Kevin I like your videos it has helped me a lot because of it I just bought fluval 407 I do have Is the fluval fx6 But I want to downgrade thank you again

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks, Glad your finding the channel helpful 😊

[@Jlui83]

Hey. I just set up a 120 gal tank with a fluval fx4. The intake and outtake are both on the right side. Intake is towards the back right. Side glass. The output is on the right side, side glass. Closer to the front. Angled to the left. I’m thinking of getting a wave maker to be put on the left side glass near the bottom of the tank to help push the water towards the intake to the fluval. What do you think?

[@gyanwang9068]

Hi Kev has always been a big fan of your detail explanation (keep it up man✌️), may i know whether a big splash (like from the top filter or drip box may cause swim bladder problems for any fish(goldfish) as it may directly splash on them causing them to flip upside down or pushing them away (pressured)?

[@Lonewolf-ei5yv]

No, water flow doesn't cause swimblader disease in goldfish. It is more complicated than that. many factors like bacterial infection, or internal parasites, but most likely low fiber nutrition. The more fancy the more prone to it. Try feeding vegetables like peas and spinach, lettuce or gel food. You can even make your own gel food from powdered goldfish food and gelatin. Search for instructions on KZbin.

[@jesusmalverde612]

Is it a bad idea to put the bubbler underneath the intake valve? I've noticed some. Of the bubbles are getting sucked into the filter

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes it is, for that exact reason. Move the bubbler away from intake 😊

[@Scwiffle13]

Hey there! I bought a new all in one 40gallon tank where the filtration system is built into the back unseen. I am using it for freshwater fish and frogbit. It’s still cycling so no fish yet. But I’m unsure how to position the return flow pipe. Toward the bottom for circulation or toward the top for surface agitation.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Towards the top. Will provide surface agitation and circulation 😊

[@Scwiffle13]

Thank you!

[@denimlinar1291]

Hey mate. How strong and which vawe maker would you recomend for my tank ? 560L. 150*60*60 - filtration FX6 + FX4 ( african chiclids aulonocaras) Im thinking to buy eheim stream on 6500 but im afraid that it's not good enough ? Thank you for help 🍀

[@KaveManAquatics]

I now use the Vortech MP40 wave maker and I love it. You will too 😊 You can find all the products and equipment I use and recommend in my affiliate shop 😁 - koji.to/kaveman_aquatics

[@juniortorres5094]

What’s up kev hope u enjoying your weekend.? Can I put two wave-maker at the bottom of my tank and two at the top I have a 75 gallon once again thx u for your help

[@KaveManAquatics]

You can, but they’re going to take up a lot of space. Go with 1 more powerful wavemaker.

[@juniortorres5094]

@@KaveManAquatics thx u for the fast response 👍🏽🙏🏽

[@PULAG]

What's a good mini wave maker for 10gal

[@KaveManAquatics]

10 gallons is too small for a wave maker.

[@pinguismyrealnameandplease9785]

Do you need a air pump or hob filter can oxygenate the water enough?

[@lloydservant4685]

@Kavemanaquatics ,hey Ken why don't you have South, or Central American Cichlids tanks setup??

[@KaveManAquatics]

Because I like having only 1 fish tank lol But...I’ve been considering a second...🤔

[@lloydservant4685]

I understand. But I did think about doing a African Cichlids tank setup myself as well.

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@lloydservant4685 Do it! Lol Maybe we’ll exchange notes 😊

[@monchug]

Hey kev. Does surface agitation raise or lower the PH? and What about at night time when lights goes off?

[@KaveManAquatics]

It has very little effect on PH. At night you still need the same amount of surface agitation. They need oxygen in the tank 24/7

[@neilmanzi569]

Hi, I just got a 37 gallon tank, and I bought a fluval aqua clear 110 filter for it. Do you think I will still need a wave maker? Was looking into a 1050gph wave maker. Same brand as your 1600gph.

[@dennispeleg7843]

Since having a fx6 on this particular 75 tank at the time, did you have the output flow valve opened all the way or have it at half way position?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Opened all the way. Africans love the flow 😁

[@dennispeleg7843]

@@KaveManAquatics and did you have any issues with substrate blowing around when the valve was wide open?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Not at all. Make sure your outputs are angled upwards to create surface agitation. They shouldnt be pointing down towards the substrate.

[@dennispeleg7843]

@@KaveManAquatics well I'm running a 307 and 407 in my 55 gallon peacock which I will be transferring to a 75 or 125 (I'll have a fx6 also when I transfer) by the end of March. My outputs won't bend upward unless I put them close to surface of water. Plus I have a sunsun 800 gph wave maker like you had on your 75 gallon. But that is pointed towards the surface for the agitation. Without that wave maker, I get dead spots.

[@dennispeleg7843]

I wish I could show you the setup lol

[@carrielange2692]

do you need this if your tank is heavily planted? I have a LOT of live plants and the top is covered with floaters. I just added an air stone, but there is still not much movement at the top due to the floating plants. Are the plants making oxygen? Do I need to remove some of my floaters? My shrimpies just love them so, LOL

[@CaptainAquarium]

Hi. KEV. Very nice video,and lovely tank.I fallow your videos and you done great.Thanks for the tips. I have South American Chichlids on my tank 550 litres. WHAT wave maker power do I need,to be enough oxigen on my thank.Much appreciate.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks, glad you are enjoying the channel! 😊 You could use the same 1 I use in my 210 gallon. Check it out here - amzn.to/3s6DTKr

[@CaptainAquarium]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks Kev Much Appreciated.

[@KaveManAquatics]

[@Don-md4df]

I’m starting a 125 g tank what type of wave maker will I need?

[@KaveManAquatics]

I use the Ecotech MP40 now. Find it in my shop 😁 Koji.to/kaveman_aquatics

[@noahmcgrath8146]

I have a 10 gallon planted tank with a lot of Java ferns, it’s a betta sorority with 6 bettas. How should I oxygenate the tank. I was thinking just under filling it with water so that the filter will create a lot of flow.

[@KaveManAquatics]

I assume you have an HOB, then yes the water splashing back into tank will oxygenate the water. You could also add a small sponge filter that will also add oxygenation as well as mechanical and biological filtration - Check it out here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooTdmH5taJaqpas

[@bobo_1993]

Can i use only wavemaker without air pump?

[@mysteriousgemini8135]

So glad I found you. I sub'd immediately! How many wave maker would you recommend for a 55gal tank? I already have two airstones

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks for the Sub! Start out with 1 and see how your guys like the flow. If they seem to enjoy it then you can add a second on the other side.

[@danielbell2269]

Learning about the wave maker (thanks) Do most fish enjoy the flow ? Will it be obvious if they like it or not..

[@VinylUnboxings]

@@danielbell2269 It depends on the species, largely

[@AGDesigns123]

Have a 21g long tank with a canister filter, spray bar pointing downwards. Just tetras, galaxy rasboras, and hillstream loaches. I have very little surface agitation but all fish are happy, not stressed. Any reason why the fish don't seem to need any more surface agitation? It is heavily planted, low tech.

[@jayalbert9849]

So could u like take a fan and put it at the top of the aquarium to make the surface agitation if u don’t have a power head. ?? Or wave maker?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes, a wave maker. Watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3jbqIqZlNecq6M

[@jayalbert9849]

@@KaveManAquatics umm the video didn’t answer my question .....if I don’t have a wave make at all would a fan that is placed at the top the the aquarium ( not in the water ) provide the surface agitation like the breeze does to the ocean ??

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@jayalbert9849 you said “or a wavemaker” I read that as you asking if a wavemaker would work. A fan won’t create the waves a wave maker will. You won’t get even close to the surface agitation a power head or wavemaker could make.

[@JonA-mw6ut]

Great video man. Quick question about your fish, are those haps & peacocks or mbunas? I thought I seen a convict and a blood parrot as well but was confused because those aren’t Africans. Help me understand what you got there haha. Thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

No Mbunas, just Peas and Haps. I do also keep 1 Blood Parrot with them that does super well. Blood Parrots do well in up to 8.0 PH and depending on the individual's fish aggression, it can work. Check this out - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXe0oIGmaqqCZqs

[@RickieVz1]

Awesome video! Thanks! Got a question. Ever had to deal with brown algae? (Diatoms) I’m going nuts. Doing water changes, clean off the rocks and plants. Do glass scrub, and now I’m trying PhosGuard for two weeks and not helping. I have more now. Fish keeping for over 1 year, got a 75 gallon community tank for 1 catfish, 3 rainbows, 2 Gold Gourami, 2 bleeding heart tetras and 3 blue zebra Danios. All less then 3 inches long. Any info would be great.. thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

Brown Algae is tough to deal with. First thing I’d say is get a pleco, or 2 if you have that much. They are great algae eaters. Next basic steps to attack algae is to limit your lights to only a few hours a day and limit your feeding. Excess food and phosphates in the water will feed the algae...hope this helps.

[@jrcell5832]

KaveMan Aquatics i would have to agree I bought some awesome shrimp that are known for being monster algae eater and they made a big difference.

[@RickieVz1]

Jr cell - I have a Ralphal catfish. Think he’ll bother the shrimps?

[@jrcell5832]

Richard Velez I would say yes but it also depends on the fish buy one or two cheap ones and see how he does around them.

[@PNEFC95]

Bro what power wavemaker do i need on a 4 ft tank with 15 peacocks and hap

[@KaveManAquatics]

I use a 1600 GPH in my 75. Find it in my shop - You can find all the products and equipment I use and recommend in my affiliate shop 😁 - linkpop.com/kavemanaquatics

[@sosa.9866]

Are wave makers good for guppy fish in a 5 gal tank for sufe agitation

[@KaveManAquatics]

No, I wave maker would be to strong for that guppies and that tank size. Go with an airstone instead to create water movement and surface agitation.

[@johncamangeg5870]

hello can I ask if I should leave it on 24?7?

[@suryakantkalunkhe4824]

Hello sir, I am Suryakant Kalunkhe from Mumbai India As u said earlier in ur videos about crystal clear water need a good wave maker , to rotate water, sir I am planning for discuss fish so can I put a wave maker in tank.

[@KaveManAquatics]

No sir, Discus fish prefer still, calm water. Use an airstone to provide adequate surface agitation. And download my free ebook for other ways to get crystal clear water 😊 - bit.ly/H2O

[@Leodiaz898]

Hi I have a question. What kind of filter do you recommend?

[@KaveManAquatics]

That depends on many things. Tank size, type of fish, how many fish, your maintenance schedule....watch this entire playlist and you may get a good idea of what you need - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

[@vinitbapardekar6784]

Can seachem prime with stability affect the nitrogen cycle cause ive heard prime detoxifies ammonia instantly so theres no ammonia for bacteria

[@KaveManAquatics]

No it does not harm the nitrogen cycle, it promotes it. Yes it does detoxify ammonia, it doesnt remove it. The ammonia is still in the tank for beneficial bacteria to feed on. Heres a great video for you on the topic - kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3TYoqyilsaeaac

[@vinitbapardekar6784]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks sir I didnt expected your reply coming this fast ^_^❤❤

[@KaveManAquatics]

😁💪 I do my best to always reply at least once 😁

[@tenpeacereece]

Do you know anything about brackish water I like the way you break stuff down

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks, well I keep african Cichlids and they require brackish water, if thats what you mean. Check out the video on african cichlids where I cover how to raise PH. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWWkn9rhLOqsNE Also, I have a new video coming soon specifically on PH, keep an eye out 😊

[@tenpeacereece]

KaveMan Aquatics yeah no problem man I have a 20 gallon high GSP tank and they are small but I try to keep the clinity at 1.008 but my clinity keeps getting Low it’s like at 1.004

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@tenpeacereece Oh you're talking salt water tanks, unfortunately I havent graduated their yet lol But I plan on learning all I can and upgrading to a reef tank soon. Ill be sure to have plenty of videos on that too!

[@DboEnthu]

Do you think a wave maker is too much for a 10 gallon tank? I plan on getting some panda cory and white cloud minnows so they like a current as well

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes I recommend 30 gallons min. Go with an airstone for water movement and agitation

[@DboEnthu]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks for the reply! Great channel you got, straight to the point and easy to learn. Subscribed😁

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@DboEnthu awesome! Thank you

[@AlexanderTheGR88]

Just ordered a freesea for my goldfish (:

[@scottsmith5006]

What brand do you recommend for a sponge filter

[@KaveManAquatics]

Heres the one I use - amzn.to/2LD3QgW

[@scottsmith5006]

Thanks im about to start my 72 bow front with cichlids the videos are very helpful

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome, Glad I can help! I know these are exciting times starting up a new tank! Enjoy!

[@joshasmus2672]

I have a question, I just put a power head in the tank pointed at the surface in a 40 gallon bowfront but the fish still gasp for air. What did I do wrong

[@KaveManAquatics]

They could be stressed for other reasons. Make sure your tank is cycled and theres no ammonia or nitrite in it. If you're new to the hobby I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

[@leesutton1845]

The problem I've got is I've got too fantail goldfish so they don't like fast moving water so how can I get oxygen in my tank without stress them out wiv too much water movement??

[@elizabethjessmore2719]

I have one goldfish in a 29 gal tank. How can I oxygenate my tank?

[@queenneptune2456]

I have a 5g tank and am ready to upgrade to a 10g. I have one guppy that is gasping for air but I already have an air stone, aquaclear filter and my ammonia, nitrites and nitrates are 0 as of right now. Amazon sells nano wave makers I see and was considering it for my new tank due to my current problem, but not sure yet if its necessary or if a bigger tank should do the trick.

[@KaveManAquatics]

A bigger tank is always better, IMO. But a wavemaker is too powerful for a 10. I recommend a min of 30G for a wavemaker. Something is wrong with your testing because you should not have 0 nitrates.

[@KaveManAquatics]

I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

[@queenneptune2456]

@@KaveManAquatics long time for reply. After said that I took a sample to get tested and luckily everything was fine at 0 ammonia, 0 nitrites, and 10 nitrate. I went again on the next testing time and vigorously shaked my bottles for a full minute and got more accurate results. Never had that problem but lesson learned😔

[@troy1207]

Hey can I put a nano wave maker in my 55 gallon angel tank

[@KaveManAquatics]

Angels arent going to like much current

[@humamkhier1573]

I have aio tank and the pump of this tank is 10× tank do I need wavemaker

[@KaveManAquatics]

You dont ever need a wave maker. But a wavemaker has many benefits.

[@humamkhier1573]

@@KaveManAquatics That's why I am asking I am planning to put african cichlid on it the tank is 30g and the pump is 300gph can I put a wavemaker that is a 260 gph or it will be over kill for this tank

[@1975curt]

I have angel fish and I just put The wave maker on how long does it take for your fish to get used to the wave maker? They seem to be nervous going to the bottom of the aquarium

[@KaveManAquatics]

Angel fish dont like heavy flow, they prefer calm water.

[@patrickscerra8149]

Hey Kev quick question, you've stated in other videos that you run your wave makers 24/7 - 365. However I see time to time your also running an air-stone. Just maintaining a redundant system or something else?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Good eye! The air stone was just for the visual...the added oxygen just a bonus 😉

[@ajacevedo6223]

Do bubbles HAVE TO POP (BREAK THE SURFACE) for the (carbon dioxide-oxygen exchange) to occur? Or just the fact of the surface (MOVING) creates the “exchange”?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Great question, its the surface moving, The pop at the top from the bubbles makes the water move. Thats also why a wavemaker is great for surface agitation. Theres no pop, just movement 😁

[@mr.balawis9948]

during power outages(8hrs), are aquatic plants enough to provide oxygen to my 15 gallon aquarium?

[@KaveManAquatics]

That's a great question, unfortunately I don't keep any plants or know enough about them to give you accurate information. Sorry I couldn't help.

[@Agentshadowolf]

Do you need one wave maker for a 55 gallon or do you need 2?

[@KaveManAquatics]

1 should be enough for a 55

[@thenow77]

Can there be too much surface agitation in the tank I think I have too much it’s messing my plants and fish

[@KaveManAquatics]

Never too much surface agitation. But you can have to much flow/current. If the fish can’t swim freely it’s too much

[@zachcostopoulos3721]

How big is your tank and also i have a 40 breeder cichlid tank how many fish do you think i could have

[@KaveManAquatics]

My tank is 75 Gallons. Do you mean you have a 40 gallon? If so not many, in general the minimum tank size you want with african cichlids is about 55G

[@zachcostopoulos3721]

Its a 40 gallon but a breeder size which means it is not as tall currently i have 7 african cichlids they are all small so when they get bigger im going to upgrade to a 75 gallon

[@KaveManAquatics]

Good idea, I’d stick with the 7 you’ve already got. They’ll grow quickly and need the upgrade.

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@markoi.8948 Na bro, only 75...upgrade coming soon! 😊

[@danieldransfield8718]

Hi can u put a wavemaker in your tank that is too powerful. I find the substrate is been blown a lot and the water isn't crystal clear

[@KaveManAquatics]

Absolutely you can...Substrate should not be blown around, that will keep your tank looking cloudy

[@danieldransfield8718]

@@KaveManAquatics thanks I've angled the wavemaker not as vertical and that has stopped the sand been blown

[@JuanAlvarez-jw4lw]

Does the wave maker need to be on 24/7

[@KaveManAquatics]

It doesnt NEED to be...but it can be if you have fish that like the current,

[@jab2000]

does this provide oxygen for my fish.? i have a huge fan on the top of my aquarium which causes surface agitation

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes it does 😁

[@steverodriguez4871]

Have a back up power source like tiny pump ran on couple d batteries ;)

[@jsr862]

I have a 37 tall g tank. I have a bubble wall, a sponge filter, as well as a bubble waterfall feature. It seems most my agitation is at the back of the tank. So I got a wave maker yesterday 270 gph I believe Aqueon. My Danios and my Cory's didn't seem to mind it much but my dwarf flame gourami started hiding..till I found him laying on his side and then just looking in bad shape. I took the wave maker out and next morning he was still restless but looking vibrant again. I feel it stressed him out greatly. But still noticing he seems to dart to the surface more than usual and at times seems to gasp. Was wondering if a smaller rated wave maker would work, or would some sort of bubbler set in the front of the tank would help? Tank is only 12" wide so thought it be enough agitation with the amount bubbler I have but the front if the tank is as still as a deer in headlights.

[@chrisvelarde2106]

My flower horn has stringy white poop hasn’t eaten in 3 weeks how do I treat him

[@KaveManAquatics]

Try this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mITTc4iig5JroKs

[@Lorenz_C]

Great video

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro! 😊

[@giovannicalicchio8277]

Anyone know the quietest wave maker for a 75? Got one from PetSmart was way too Loud!

[@KaveManAquatics]

The 3 I have in the description are all quiet 😁

[@NewAquariumHobby]

Dear Sir, I have 90 gal tank with 15 cichlid & nearly 50 fries of 1 inch size in breeding net hanged in same tank, I am facing problem of low oxygen in tank for that I have added 5 air stones in tank & one wave maker for cleaning sand substrate also for surface agitation, but still I saw my fishes some time taking fast breath specially after feed. Plz guide me what can be the problem in my tank, 1 point this issue starts from last month when I changed substrate from gravel to sand before with gravel there was no issue of low oxygen only 3 air stone used no wave maker. Now some time fishes looks OK but again start fast breathing also stay on air bubbles.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Test your water. You may have disturbed the nitrogen cycle by changing substrate. If you have Ammonia or nitrite in your tank your fish can get gill damage which makes it difficult to breathe.

[@NewAquariumHobby]

@@KaveManAquatics OK sir let me check

[@NewAquariumHobby]

​@@KaveManAquatics Dear sir I have checked water with API Master Test kit, High Range pH= 8.1, Ammonia= 0ppm, Nitrite= 0ppm but Nitrate = 80 or may be 70 ppm as i changed water on 30 Oct so tomorrow I shall change water. I think u r rite may be ammonia or nitrite spike came when i changed substrate on 20th Sep 2020. Now i have 2 issue ist what i do for fishes gill can u plz tell me medicine. 2nd big issue Nitrate in my tank were above 40 ppm even after changing 40 % water weekly with gravel then i changed to sand but Nitrate still high even more. It mean gravel was not issue then what's issue i could not understand plz help me if u can, how to reduce nitrate.

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@NewAquariumHobby only water changes can reduce nitrates. If they are still high after a water change wait 2 days and do another bigger water change. I do 80% water changes because my tank is over stocked. If you have a lot of fish you need to do bigger and more frequent water changes.

[@NewAquariumHobby]

@@KaveManAquatics Sir if we hv to change water more then why we use filters with sponges, bio balls, K1 media, ceramic beads & lot of things. Today i added 40 drops of General Cure All medicine for gills issue, let see.

[@mikeharris8201]

Ive added a air pump but my fish still seems to be gasping for air what else should I do?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Test your water parameters. If your tank isn’t cycled add prime immediately.

[@mikeharris8201]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you

[@fashionbarbie7]

Hey, back with a question. I purchased the wave maker and the circulation powerhead pump that you have. I also purchased the bio sponge filter. I currently have a regular filter inside until i do my water change today. Now you know that I have a 55G tank, my question is, is it okay to have all of these surface agitation devices at once? (I hope that made sense) lol

[@KaveManAquatics]

Absolutely, can’t do any harm by having too much surface agitation. More oxygen always better than less 😊

[@Im_frmthehood99]

Does wave maker give fishes oxygen

[@sibajyotibanerjee5123]

Hey man, how do i know as to how much surface agitation is required

[@KaveManAquatics]

As long as your fish arent hanging out at the top, gasping for air, you're good 👍

[@BlatentlyFakeName]

You just need a current, not loads of surface aggitation. As o2 is lost it will get replaced as the water mixes, same with co2. It will match the surrounding environment and it depends on the minerals etc in the water itself. It's actually really hard to change water chemistry and make it stick. It's more important to get water from the bottom up to the surface as gas exchange only happens at the surface (usually done by the filter which is why the intake is always low down and the outlet near the top). Also many fish do not like lots of movement on the surface.

[@georgemonde8237]

Thanks Kev!

[@KaveManAquatics]

I got you! 😊💪

[@joeystephens9696]

Do you leave your power head on at night?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yup, 24/7 African Cichlids love the current. I only turn them off during feeding.

[@joeystephens9696]

We have almost the same fish

[@KaveManAquatics]

I have a great video on wave makers, check it out...kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3jbqIqZlNecq6M

[@KaveManAquatics]

Joey stephens awesome! 😁

[@joeystephens9696]

My African clawed from which is only about the size of a half dollar bod wise just ate one of my 1" 1/2 mangino chichlids wondered where they were going just caught the culprit in the act

[@alexanderand5479]

can i have blood parrots with frotosa

[@KaveManAquatics]

I have one with mine. But it's not a common mix, and not easy to do.

[@kathywhite4547]

Certain fish such as Bettas need less water movement at the surface.

[@salsakrs]

The air that you bubble through the water via an airpump and airstone contains 21 % of oxygen! Gas exchange always occur at the water/air interface. Thus, by inserting millions of gas bubbles in your water tank you also increase the surface for gas exchange, and the smaller the bubbles, the higher the gas exchange surface. While the air bubbles travel through the tank, oxygen and CO2 can dissolve in the water. But no matter how long you keep pumping air through your tank, the equilibrium concentrations of oxygen (9 ppm) and CO2 (5 ppm) in water will never be exceeded. It is thus not just surface agitation that increases the gas exchange between atmosphere and water but also the bubbles themselves travelling through the tank!

[@LJ.420]

i got a long air stone bar set up in my 130L with it turned on so what does that mean bro ^^

[@dirty1clean]

And… so is it the wave maker good or bad?

[@salsakrs]

@dirty1clean the wave maker is good, I use it, too. But it's not suitable for fish that cannot deal with high water flow (e.g. fish babies). In such cases an air stone workshop well.

[@salsakrs]

@@LJ.420 it means that you will always have good aeration and sufficient oxygen in your tank.

[@dirty1clean]

@@salsakrs Thanks for the insight!

[@PlentyofFishAndGamingSoul]

My 2 sobo wave maker have killed 4 tropical fishes by sucking them in 😫as I didn’t knew That every time when I plugged out wave maker plug to feed my fishes after plugging in it rotated in sucking mode as by that when I was sleeping 2 wave makers sucked 4 in including 1 male 2 female Betta n 1 molly 🙈🙈so now I m going for Jebao wave maker CP 90 😭

[@KaveManAquatics]

Betta's do not like current, they require still calm water. You shouldn't have a wavemaker with bettas.

[@PlentyofFishAndGamingSoul]

@@KaveManAquatics sorry bro I m new to this fish thing so didn’t knew wave maker is not for them as bought molly n bettas together but now have ordered CP90 wave maker to control the speed for them as seems my wave maker get into wrong rotation after plugging back in

[@KaveManAquatics]

You shouldnt have any speed in that tank with bettas, IMO. This channel is perfect for beginners, here's a great playlist that can definitely help you out - kzbin.info/aero/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

[@wilburwilliams4346]

I need help with my tank can you help me . I have fish dieing

[@KaveManAquatics]

I hope I can...how can I help?

[@Mr.TierraCaliente]

I have a fully planted 55 gal tank that would definitely survive a power outage.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Nice 💪💪

[@pinguismyrealnameandplease9785]

Do you need a air pump or hob filter can oxygenate the water enough?

[@1mti]

Hey dude, hope your well Just a quick question. On one of my tanks, the surface agitation is pretty decent. I'm running an internal and external filter on this tank.. Each outlet is on either side of the tank. But I keep getting this oily film on the surface and I can't seem to get rid of it.. Any advice for what I can do.. Doing a water change today aswell as cleaning the internal filter and going to try not to feed as much from now on to see if it makes a difference lol. And on my other tank the water agitation is perfect and I have no issues with that tank whatsoever 🤔🤔

[@KaveManAquatics]

At some point you could have added something to the tank that created that oil. A certain food or a new piece of decor...Water changes will eventually get it out but it will take time.

[@1mti]

@@KaveManAquatics everything I use decor wise it's stuff I already have or have used in the past.. Nothing really new has been added besides some plastics plants last month or so.. But I had the oil surface before they were added.. A good clean out seems to have done the trick for now.. Well for today anyways lol... But thank you, appreciate the advice my dude!!!.. But I will look into if it is something that I have added into the tank

[@yy-1133]

My agitator killed my Cory He got stuck against it 😢😢😢

[@KaveManAquatics]

Sorry to hear that. I know it may seem that way. But whats more likely is he died and the current brought him to the wave maker were he stayed stuck on.

[@yy-1133]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you That was my first thought He was about 8 years old