The Aquarist’s Edge [Weekly Aquarium Podcast]

• Stop Overfiltering Your Aquarium - Why Too Much Filtration Stresses Fish and Destabilises Tanks

  This episode takes a deep but practical look at overfiltering in freshwater aquariums and explains why more filtration isn’t always better for fish health or long-term stability. Many hobbyists unknowingly create stressed, fragile systems by using excessive flow, oversized filters, or overly aggressive mechanical filtration. You’ll learn how filtration affects fish behaviour, beneficial bacteria, and planted tanks, along with clear signs your aquarium may be overfiltered and how to fix it without sacrificing water quality. If your tank looks clean but never feels stable, this episode will help you rethink filtration from the fish’s point of view. 👉 Leave a review and share your experience to help other aquarists build calmer, healthier tanks. 🎵 Music: "In The Afterglow" - Thruent (Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/2899677c-2b5e-35be-9990-0a37b4790348/)

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• Holiday Aquarium Rituals - Stress-Free Christmas Care for Freshwater Fish Tanks

  In this Christmas holiday special of The Aquarist’s Edge, Art shares calm, practical Christmas and holiday aquarium rituals to keep your freshwater fish tanks thriving while life gets busy. From intentional end-of-year water changes and equipment check-ups to quiet observation sessions, you’ll learn how to turn maintenance into meaningful, repeatable habits. The episode also walks through a simple holiday game plan for feeding, travel, and maintenance.  Whether you keep planted community tanks, nano species, or larger freshwater setups, this episode will help you reset, reflect, and plan realistic aquarium goals for the year ahead without overwhelm. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing this episode with another freshwater hobbyist. 🎵 Music: "A Sleigh Ride Into Town" - Howard Harper-Barnes (Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/3fc22dd4-5e4f-3ad7-a9f5-a64ec43e010f/) 🎵 Music: "You Let Go" - Thyra (Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/115cd6d6-f18f-4489-a3c0-29337ae3c7ca/)  

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• Effortless Green - How To Build A Low-Tech Planted Tank That Stays Low-Maintenance

  In this episode Art unpacks how to build a low-tech planted tank that genuinely stays low-maintenance. From choosing the right tank size, filter, and lighting, to selecting easy aquarium plants that thrive without CO₂, you’ll learn how to design a balanced freshwater ecosystem instead of an algae farm. We also walk through a step-by-step setup, a realistic weekly maintenance routine, and two deep troubleshooting segments on algae, plant melt, cloudy water, and fish stress. Whether you’re new to planted aquariums or you’ve struggled with so-called “easy” setups before, this episode is packed with practical, science-based advice you can actually use. Build a beautiful, stable, and relaxing low-tech planted tank that fits into normal life, not the other way around.   🎵 Music: "Hall Light - (Instrumental)" - Victor Lundberg (Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/793dc5b1-8a39-498c-8ca3-eb87b6b3d692/)

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• Siamese Algae Eater Care Guide: ID, Tank Setup, Diet & Algae Control

  In this episode Art takes a close look at the Siamese Algae Eater (Crossocheilus siamensis), one of the most misunderstood freshwater algae eaters in the hobby. Learn how to identify true SAEs vs common lookalikes, the ideal tank size, water parameters, and aquascaping for these active fish, and what they really eat once they discover pellets and flakes.  Whether you keep planted tanks or just want reliable algae control, this episode is packed with practical Siamese Algae Eater care tips, behaviour insights, and stocking advice to help you make smart choices. 🎵 Music: "Secret Garden" - J.F. Gloss (Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/9e66f69f-12fe-4aa7-9cba-bb4616ec5217/)

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• 10 Tips For A Healthy Freshwater Aquarium

  In this episode of The Aquarist’s Edge, Arthur shares 10 easy, practical tips to make your freshwater aquarium healthier and more stable. From understanding the nitrogen cycle and preventing overstocking, to using live plants, smarter feeding habits, and creating consistent maintenance routines, you’ll learn exactly how to build a tank where fish truly thrive.  Whether you’re just starting with a small community tank or refining a larger setup, this episode is packed with actionable freshwater aquarium tips to improve water quality, reduce stress, and prevent disease. Mentioned in this episode: Why Fasting Your Fish Improves Their Health  🎵 Music: "Last To Leave (Instrumental Version)" - Victor Lundberg (Epidemic Sound - https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/62846aa0-d929-4309-abf0-87cfb3f896e5/)  

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