Project EVO Marine Part 1: Planning and Gathering Parts for Set-Up
Successfully starting up a saltwater aquarium takes planning. Lots of planning – as well as acquiring lots of parts and pieces. (ouch – so many Amazon orders). In part 1 of this seri... Read More
Project EVO Marine: Introduction and Index
The time has come. When I first decided to get back into aquariums (as an adult) 6 years ago, I actually dreamed of getting a saltwater tank. But, we had small kids – not enough time, probab... Read More
Hemianthus Callitrichoides HC Cuba Lift or Blowout
High on my to-do list when upgrading to pressurized CO2 in our planted aquarium was to try out a carpeting plant. My favorite candidate was Hemianthus Callitrichoides, otherwise referred to as ̵... Read More
Spec V Aquarium Rescape – 2020
The past few years, I have taken apart and rescaped our planted aquarium around the new year. I like getting a fresh start and re-setting the tank occasionally and the holidays are a good time to Sh... Read More
2019 Fluval Spec V Aquarium Journal
One of the most important tools for my learning in the aquarium hobby is keeping a good journal. I use my journal to keep track of any changes or maintenance to our Spec V aquarium. This past year... Read More
Upcoming in Spec-Tanks for 2020
Happy New Year!! I love this time of year because I get to look forward to all the potential upcoming projects, articles, and reviews I’m dreaming up for the next year at Spec-Tanks. I have so... Read More