#plantedtank — Public Fediverse posts

TIL #Edinburgh tap water has basically 0 dKH (carbonate hardness). Among the softest in the UK, straight off the highland reservoirs, no limestone. My planted tank's pH had nowhere to hold. #aquarium #plantedtank

TIL #Edinburgh tap water has basically 0 dKH (carbonate hardness). Among the softest in the UK, straight off the highland reservoirs, no limestone. My planted tank's pH had nowhere to hold. #aquarium #plantedtank

Fiore di sagittaria subulata #aquarium #plantedtank

In the wild, they're natural enemies. But if you raise them together from pups...

#aquarium #plantedtank #neocaridinia #shrimp #goby

In the wild, they're natural enemies. But if you raise them together from pups...

#aquarium #plantedtank #neocaridinia #shrimp #goby

Discover the vibrant aquatic world of captivating Odessa Barbs. Readers explore essential water chemistry parameters ensuring optimal physical health safely. Master complex schooling dynamics maximizing energetic midwater shoaling behaviors. Build secure planted community habitats utilizing highly compatible active tropical freshwater fish companions.
🐟🔴🌊🌿✨
#OdessaBarbs #FreshwaterAquarium #TropicalFish #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/odessa-barbs/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Optimize your freshwater aquarium using elite Black Nerite Snails. Readers discover strict alkaline water parameters ensuring optimal shell health. Master eliminating persistent green algae without chemical treatments. Cultivate essential biofilm diets safely.
🐌🌿💧🔍✨
#BlackNeriteSnail #AlgaeEaters #PlantedTank #AquariumCleanUpCrew #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/black-nerite-snails/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Discover the fascinating biology of captive Olive Nerite Snails. Master strict alkaline water parameters guaranteeing optimal shell health. Cultivate essential natural biofilm diets preventing invertebrate starvation. Build secure planted community aquariums utilizing elite aquatic grazers.
🐌🫒🌿💧✨
#OliveNeriteSnail #AlgaeEaters #PlantedTank #AquariumCleanUpCrew #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/olive-nerite-snails/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling aquatic world of resilient Amano Shrimp. You will learn to design sealed aquariums, regulate strict water chemistry, master targeted feeding protocols. Uncover the fascinating truth behind their aggressive hoarding behaviors.
🦐💧🌿🔒✨
#AmanoShrimp #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #CleanUpCrew #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/amano-shrimp/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the fascinating biology of captive Tiger Nerite Snails. Master strict alkaline water parameters guaranteeing optimal shell health. Cultivate essential natural biofilm diets preventing invertebrate starvation. Build secure planted community aquariums utilizing elite aquatic grazers. Eradicate stubborn glass algae permanently.
🐌🐅🌿💧✨
#TigerNeriteSnail #AlgaeEaters #PlantedTank #AquariumCleanUpCrew #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/tiger-nerite-snails/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling aquatic world of vibrant Rainbowfish. Readers learn to design massive elongated aquariums, regulate precise alkaline water, master strict schooling dynamics. Uncover the fascinating truth behind their brilliant iridescent scales.
🌈🐟🌊🌿✨
#Rainbowfish #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #SchoolingFish #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/rainbowfish/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Discover the biological secrets of captive Bicolor Nerite Snails. Readers learn to maintain strict alkaline water parameters ensuring optimal shell health. Master eliminating persistent green algae safely. Cultivate essential natural biofilm diets.
🐌🌿💧🔬✨
#BicolorNeriteSnail #AlgaeEaters #PlantedTank #AquariumCleanUpCrew #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/bicolor-nerite-snails-a-guide-to-the-two-toned-scavengers/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Discover vibrant crimson Nerite Snails. Readers master strict alkaline water parameters guaranteeing optimal shell health. Cultivate essential natural biofilm diets preventing invertebrate starvation. Build secure planted community aquariums utilizing these elite aquatic grazers. Eradicate stubborn glass algae permanently.
🐌🏁🌿💧✨
#RedSpottedNerite #RedRacerSnail #AlgaeEaters #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/red-spotted-nerite-snails-the-complete-care-guide/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling aquatic world of Flag Cichlids. Readers learn to design tall planted aquariums, regulate precise water chemistry, master strict varied diets. Uncover the fascinating truth behind their unique slanted posture.
🐠🌿💧🪵✨
#FlagCichlids #CichlidKeeper #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/04/07/flag-cichlids-a-guide-to-the-slanted-swimmers/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Optimize your planted freshwater aquarium using efficient Onion Nerite Snails. Readers discover strict alkaline water parameters guaranteeing optimal shell health. Master eliminating persistent green algae without applying chemical treatments. Cultivate essential natural biofilm diets safely. Build a peaceful community tank maintaining these active aquatic grazers.
🐌🧅🌿💧✨
#OnionNeriteSnail #AlgaeEaters #PlantedTank #AquariumCleanUpCrew #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/04/05/onion-nerite-snails-a-guide-to-the-shell-bound-scavengers/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling aquatic world of Bleeding Heart Tetras. Uncover the fascinating truth behind their striking crimson chest markings. Discover how dense vegetation and secure hiding spots actively encourage bold swimming within massive home aquariums.
🐟❤️🌿💧✨
#BleedingHeartTetras #Tetras #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/04/02/bleeding-heart-tetras-a-guide-to-the-crimson-spotted-swimmers/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling biological cultivation of miniature Anubias Nana Petite. You will learn to mount exposed rhizomes, regulate precise lighting intensities, master strict liquid fertilization protocols. Discover how strategic hardscape placement actively prevents catastrophic plant rot within your spectacular home aquarium.
🌿🌱💧🪵✨
#AnubiasNanaPetite #Aquascape #PlantedTank #AquariumPlants #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/04/01/anubias-nana-petite-a-guide-to-the-miniature-amazonian-jewel/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling cultivation of luminous Golden Anubias. Readers learn to mount exposed rhizomes, regulate precise lighting intensities, master strict liquid fertilization. Uncover the fascinating truth behind their amphibious capabilities. Grow a vibrant, completely indestructible aquatic centerpiece safely starting today.
🌱🌿💡🐠✨
#GoldenAnubias #Aquascape #PlantedTank #AquariumPlants #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/25/golden-anubias-a-guide-to-the-luminous-african-epiphyte/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling aquatic world of Panda Dwarf Cichlids. Readers learn to design stable acidic biotopes, regulate precise water parameters, master complex breeding behaviors. Uncover the fascinating truth behind their striking color dimorphism. Raise a vibrant, completely healthy captive cichlid.
🐼🐟🌊🌿🧪
#PandaDwarfCichlids #Apistogramma #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/24/panda-dwarf-cichlids-a-guide-to-the-monochromatic-jewels/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Explore the thrilling mechanics of complex Nano Aquariums. Readers learn to design vibrant miniature ecosystems, regulate precise water chemistry, master strict maintenance schedules. Uncover the fascinating truth behind biological density. Build a thriving, completely stable aquatic environment safely.
🐠💧🔬🦐🌱
#NanoAquariums #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #Neocaridina #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/18/nano-aquariums-a-guide-to-the-miniature-aquatic-challenge/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Looking for the best algae-eating snail that won't take over your tank? Our complete guide to the different types of Nerite Snails showcases the stunning variety of patterns and colors, from the classic Zebra and Tiger to the horned and red-spotted varieties. 🐌🎨✨

#NeriteSnail #ZebraNeriteSnail #TigerNeriteSnail #HornedNeriteSnail #AlgaeEater #AquariumSnails #SnailCare #CleanUpCrew #AquariumHobby #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/04/nerite-snails-a-guide-to-the-worlds-best-algae-eaters/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Think a "Pleco" is just a small algae-eater? Think again. Our complete guide explores the vast world of plecos, from the beginner-friendly Bristlenose to the tank-busting Common Pleco. Learn the truth about their diet, massive filtration needs, and how to choose the right one for your tank. 🐾🪵🐠

#Pleco #Plecostomus #BristlenosePleco #CommonPleco #ZebraPleco #AquariumHobby #FishCare #AlgaeEater #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth #Loricariidae

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/04/plecos-family-more-than-just-algae-eaters/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

For expert aquarists only: A complete guide to the Chocolate Gourami. Learn the secrets to keeping this famously delicate blackwater jewel, from its mandatory low pH and soft water needs to its specialized diet and the art of creating a true biotope aquarium. 🍫💧🌿

#ChocolateGourami #SphaerichthysOsphromenoides #Gourami #BlackwaterAquarium #ExpertOnlyFish #AquariumHobby #NanoFish #FishCare #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/04/chocolate-gouramis-a-guide-to-the-blackwater-orchid/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet the Paradise Fish, the original "water dog" of the aquarium hobby. Our complete guide explores the stunning beauty and fierce, aggressive personality of this incredibly hardy fish that can even thrive in an unheated tank, and why it is not a peaceful community fish. 🥊🔥💙

#ParadiseFish #MacropodusOpercularis #Gourami #AggressiveFish #ColdwaterFish #AquariumHobby #FishCare #PlantedTank #BubbleNest #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/paradise-fish-a-guide-to-the-beautiful-bully/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet the Blue, Gold, and Opaline Gourami, the beautiful and hardy centerpiece fish with a secret. Our complete guide explores the semi-aggressive "bully" personality that emerges as they mature and teaches you how to build a successful community tank around this boisterous character. 💙💛👑

#BlueGourami #GoldGourami #OpalineGourami #ThreeSpotGourami #TrichopodusTrichopterus #Gourami #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/three-spot-gouramis-and-its-morphs/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Discover the charming and industrious Corydoras catfish, the puppies of the aquarium world. Our complete guide covers the essential need for a sandy substrate, why you must keep them in a school, their diet, and highlights popular species from the tiny Pygmy to the classic Panda. 🐾🧡 🐠

#Corydoras #CoryCatfish #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #CleanupCrew #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth #CorydorasCatfish

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/corydoras-catfish-a-guide-to-armored-bottom-dwellers/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Discover the Moonlight Gourami, the gentle giant with a ghostly, liquid-silver sheen. Our complete guide covers the peaceful nature of this elegant centerpiece fish, its need for a large, well-planted tank, and its surprisingly hardy nature that makes it a great choice for beginners with the right setup. 🌙✨🌿

#MoonlightGourami #TrichopodusMicrolepis #Gourami #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #PlantedTank #BubbleNest #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/moonlight-gouramis-a-guide-to-the-silver-jewel/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet the Julii Corydoras, the beautiful leopard spotted catfish. Our complete guide covers its essential need for a sandy bottom and a school of friends, and reveals the secret to telling a true Corydoras julii from its common look-alike, the Three-Stripe Cory. 🐆⚫️⚪️

#JuliiCory #CorydorasJulii #TrilineatusCory #Corydoras #CoryCatfish #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #CleanupCrew #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/julii-corydoras-a-guide-to-the-leopard-catfish/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet the Pearl Gourami, the graceful and peaceful "queen" of the community aquarium. Our complete guide covers everything a beginner needs to know about this stunning centerpiece fish, from its ideal planted tank setup to its gentle personality and beautiful bubble-nesting behavior. 👑✨🌿 🐠

#PearlGourami #TrichogasterLeeri #Gourami #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #PlantedTank #BubbleNest #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/pearl-gouramis-a-guide-to-the-shimmering-monarch/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet Sterba's Corydoras, the stunning star-spotted catfish with brilliant orange fins. Our complete guide covers the specific needs of this beginner-friendly beauty, from its essential need for a sandy bottom and a school of friends to its preference for warmer water temperatures. 🧡⭐🖤

#SterbaisCory #CorydorasSterbai #Corydoras #CoryCatfish #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #CleanupCrew #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/sterbas-corydoras-a-guide-to-the-starry-knight/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

The stunning Dwarf Gourami is one of the most beautiful centerpiece fish, but is it the right choice for you? Our complete and honest guide covers its peaceful-but-territorial nature, its ideal tank setup, and the tragic, unavoidable reality of Dwarf Gourami Iridovirus (DGIV). 💎🔥💙

#DwarfGourami #TrichogasterLalius #Gourami #NanoFish #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #PlantedTank #BubbleNest #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/dwarf-gourami-a-complete-and-honest-guide/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet the Queen Arabesque Pleco (L260), the living calligraphy of the aquarium world. Our expert-level guide covers the specific needs of this stunning carnivorous catfish, from its essential need for warm, oxygen-rich water to its shy nature and beautiful maze-like patterns. 👑✍️🖤

#QueenArabesque #L260 #Hypancistrus #Pleco #Loricariidae #AquariumHobby #FishCare #RareFish #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth #Catfish

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/03/arabesque-plecos-l260-a-guide-to-the-tapajos-queen/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Discover the Emerald Corydoras, the gentle giant of the catfish world. Often mistaken for a large cory, this Brochis splendens has its own unique needs. Our complete guide covers their larger tank requirements, their essential need for a school, and their incredibly peaceful temperament. 💚🛡️✨

#EmeraldCory #BrochisSplendens #EmeraldBrochis #Corydoras #CoryCatfish #AquariumHobby #CommunityFish #FishCare #CleanupCrew #PlantedTank #ExotasticEarth

https://exotastic.earth/2026/03/02/emerald-corydoras-a-guide-to-the-brochis-splendens/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

On Sunday, the local fish store recommended me a yoyo loach for snail control without any qualifications or follow up questions. 🤦 I just watched it breach my sand cap and expose the underlayer of garden soil. I dunno how to address this with holiday travel coming up.

#aquarium #loachlife #plantedtank

Some progress pics as I add more plants to my #aquarium… I swear I am done with plants now, because I do want the critters to still have room to move when the plants fill in. :blobcatlaughsweat:

#PlantedTank #FatherFish https://mivox.net/@mivox/115609401957723550

New addition to the plant family! 🪴 It was sold as “water rose” (물장미), but I’m not sure how it’s called exactly in English. I’m looking forward to seeing the first flowers!

I don’t like the orange floating ring it came with, but it will do for now until I find another way to make it float. The red lizard whiptail catfish went on inspection as soon as I put it in the tank. 🌿🐠

#aquarium #FishOfMastodon #FishKeeping #PlantedTank

Pour vous donnez une idée voici l'arrangement qui a gagné l'an dernier.
Les gagnants depuis 2001 sont visibles ici : https://iaplc.com/e/grand_prize_works/

#aquascaping #iaplc #aquarium #plantedTank

Instant niche : Chaque année il y a un concours mondial de paysagisme aquatique (oui).
Donc les résultats de l'IAPLC 2025 seront bientôt publiés et j'ai hâte de voir les soumissions !
https://iaplc.com/e/2025/06/10/iaplc2025-result01/

#aquascaping #iaplc #aquarium #plantedtank

Last year when I was setting up my 5G tank I got this plant. I thought it had died, but it had propagated a baby behind one of the big rocks in the tank. I moved it to my new 16G so it'd be more visible.

I think it's some sort of crypt because it doesn't have a rhizome and propagated via a long runner root, but I'd love to know _which_ crypt.

#aquarium #plantedtank #nanotank #shrimptank @nanotank @aquarium @shrimptank

#fishkeeping #plantedtank #cichlids 🐟

I'm currently looking for other fishkeepers on BlueSky. Who are the best people to follow? Who has the best fish content? Who has the best store? What are the best #fish # hashtags? It's what I'm using #Instagram for.

https://www.instagram.com/thejohnsaye/

So , my nephew is breeding betas and gave me two juvenile females. They didn’t get along . No fin nipping , but definitely one is bulling the other. That gave me the perfect excuse for a new tank 🙂 #aquaescape #aquarium #betafish #plantedtank

It's #macromonday in the planted tanks feat. Rotala wallichii 📷
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#rotala #rotalawallichii #monday #mondayvibes #plantedtank #plantedaquarium #aquarium #aquariumhobby #aquariumhobbyist #aquascaping #aquascaper #dutchaquascape #dutchaquarium #dutchstyleaquascape

The cycle was finally complete, so we went to Petco to pick up some #fish and plants for my wife's new classroom #aquarium. Once they're established we'd like to add a #snail and some tiny #shrimp

#FishTank #PlantedTank #aquarist #ClassPets #ClassPet

started a new tank today. #walstadmethod #plantedtank #aquarium

Re-scaping my secondary aquarium. This was a quarantine tank, and it was looking quite bare and plain.
I've added lots of lava rocks, plants, and moss from the main tank. I plan to start a shrimp colony here.
#aquarium #plantedtank #aquascape #aquariumdiary

I have a fish tank now

https://press.ash.ms/2024/04/17/i-have-a-fish-tank-now/

My anubias is starting to flower!

#plantedtank #freshwater #aquarium

The final day of ‘23, a new orchid flower opened 🤗 The last three are waiting for ‘24, hope the year has more good things in store, peace and unity especially.

To send off the year, a bonus apistogramma and a pleco on leaf cleaning duty for a Red Tiger Lotus, started the tank almost 7mo ago!

Macro video of the Apistogramma Agassizii Tefe Red Back pair: http://tinyurl.com/2n23pv7c

#orchids #orchid #houseplants #plants #flowers #lotus #apistogramma
#cichlid #plantedtank #aquarium
@plants @nature

Short vid of a kuhli #loach #fish scrounging for lunch in my #PlantedTank #aquarium .