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Before you get new fish, it's best to make sure they're not sick before adding them to your main display aquarium. Here's a quick 2-minute tutorial that covers step-by-step instructions on how to quarantine fish. Topics include: How do I build a cheap and easy DIY quarantine tank? What equipment do I need to setup a quarantine tank? What quarantine medications can I use to prevent diseases in new fish? How long should I quarantine my new fish? Wait, don't add us into your main aquarium yet! We could be sick... 😷 How to Build a DIY Quarantine Tank All you need for quarantine is a simple container that allows you to view the condition of the fish, is easy to clean on a frequent basis if needed, and doesn't take much effort to set up and teardown. My current hospital tank consists of: Clear Rubbermaid or Sterilite plastic tub with a lid Filter Polyfil stuffing (cheap, disposable filter media) Heater (the adjustable temperature allows you to rai...

My husband, Mr. Gamer, has worked in the video game industry for over 20 years, and he often gets asked by parents and kids how to become a video game developer. I interviewed him to find out what words of advice he has for parents whose kids play a lot of video games and say they want to make video games for a living. Topics include: ► What should parents do if their kid wants to make video games? ► What are the different kinds of video game careers? ► How can parents support their child's dream? ► Are video games evil or a waste of time? ► What is some practical advice for kids who are serious about becoming a video game developer? P.S. To protect the privacy of our kids, we’ve chosen not to show our faces on camera. Thanks for your patience and enjoy our emoji heads! Question: Do you think video games are a waste of time or an avenue for creative expression? What would you do if your kid wanted to make video games as a career? Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for ...

(Skip to the end to view the 8-minute video of this care guide) Have you kept freshwater fish before but are looking for something a little unusual? Check out the axolotl! This very unique and easy exotic pet lives entirely underwater and will capture your heart like no other. What Is an Axolotl? The axolotl (or Ambystoma mexicanum) is a completely aquatic salamander and never loses those fluffy external gills. It comes from a couple of high altitude freshwater lakes in Mexico, but unfortunately is probably extinct in wild due to human activities. However, because of their amazing regenerative powers, they are highly prolific in scientific research labs and now the pet industry. Most axolotls reach their full size in 1.5 to 2 years, growing to an average length of 9 to 12 inches. I've heard they can get up to 10 years in age. Where Can I Buy an Axolotl? You can find them occasionally in exotic pet or fish stores, but I like to look for reputable breeders on Facebook groups ...

(Skip to the end to view the video tutorial) Ever try to take close-up pictures or video of your aquarium, only to end up with a blurry mess? Here's a short tutorial on an easy way to take macro shots of your aquarium fish using a smartphone. The only thing you'll have to buy is a cell phone lens kit . For $20 or less on Amazon or eBay, you'll get several different lenses to play with, but I mainly use the macro one. Simply clip it over your phone's camera lens (like a clothespin) and you're ready to go! #1 Set Up the Shot A macro lens like this one has a fixed focal length, which means objects are only clear at a certain distance from your phone. So bribe your fish to come right up to the front by dropping some food or sticking some Sera O-Nip tablets on the glass. #2 Keep Very Still Stabilize the phone as much as possible by bracing both of your hands against the aquarium (kind of like a tripod). Keep at least one finger free for tapping on th...