One of the first modifications to our Fluval Spec V aquarium was to get a new light. We not only wanted to be able to see inside our tank better, but we wanted to try growing some low light plants. T...Read More
It’s that time of year again at Spec-Tanks – I get to post last year’s tank journal. It’s never award-winning journalism, but I hope the detailed view of daily tank upkeep will...Read More
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
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
I’m always on the lookout for good aftermarket light options for the Fluval Spec V. I have for many years used the Finnex Fugeray Planted+ light on our Spec V and it has been excellent for our...Read More
My love of the Fluval Spec series of aquariums combined with my interest in planted aquariums has led me to always wonder. . . how good are the lights? Not only for the stock lights, but also the af...Read More
We have made some dramatic changes to our little Fluval Spec V aquarium over the past month. All summer, I got more and more tired of trying to wrangle the Cryptocoryne Undulata plants. They becam...Read More
I got our planted Spec V started about three years ago. Along the way, I’ve learned quite a bit about planted aquariums (I still have so much to learn) and I wanted to try and Share on Facebook ...Read More