This week on Aquarium Dilemmas, we give some tips on how to do fewer water changes. Water changing and maintaining your fish tank is essential to the overall health of your aquarium. However, when it comes to cleaning your fish tank, it can sometimes feel like an absolute chore. This episode is devoted to talking about how to do fewer water changes so that you can enjoy your aquarium maintenance schedule. Thank you for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics-Kerri and Jesse You are always invited ...
Jun 13, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Fish Aquarium Leaking? No fishkeeper wants to experience a leaking aquarium. What should you do if you walk in and see water on the floor and a drained fish tank? This week on Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss what you should do at the moment and what you should do after if you want to fix your leaking aquarium. Thank you for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics- Kerri and Jesse You are always invited to check out Sciencegalaquatics.com.
Jun 07, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 25
This week on Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss Aquarium Hacks, Tips, and Tricks. We have learned a few helpful hacks you might need to know through the years of fishkeeping. When caring for Aquariums and fish, there are situations where you can't immediately leave when you need something. Other areas where a simple tip can save you money and time. This episode is devoted to sharing our hacks to help you with filters, water changing, DIY projects, and so much more. Thank you for Listening! Enjoy Scie...
May 30, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 24
What should you do when your power goes out, and there is no electricity to run your fish tank? It's a fear for fishkeepers, and it's essential to have a plan in place when this, unfortunately, happens. In this week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss what you should do to care for your fish tanks when your electricity goes off. How long does the electricity need to be off before you should worry? Vital supplies and what you should check when the power comes back on. Losing utilities is s...
May 23, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Welcome to this week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas, where we discuss quarantining new fish. Purchasing new aquarium fish is an exciting part of fish keeping. When you have the opportunity to care for new fish, it is not always the best decision to add them immediately to your established tank. This episode discusses why it is necessary, what is involved in the setup, and how long you should quarantine new freshwater aquarium fish. Thank you for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics- Kerri &...
May 16, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 22
This week's episode is devoted to what we do when buying freshwater aquarium fish when out of town. Traveling to new fish stores, fish shows, swaps, or auctions is an exciting experience. However, the dilemma is what to do with your new fish when you are on the road? What should you pack with you for your upcoming fish purchases, and when is it necessary to do water changes? This week's discussion is on how we safely travel home with new aquarium fish from out-of-town events. Thanks for Listenin...
May 10, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. This week we discuss the issue of how to feed and care for your fish while on vacation. Times come up when you have to leave town for a weekend or sometimes longer. It can be stressful not knowing what you should do to prepare your aquarium before you go. This week's discussion is about what we do beforehand that helps my freshwater aquariums thrive while out of town. Traveling is exciting; however, at times stressful, this episode's goal is to help soothe some of y...
May 03, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. This week we discuss how many fish you should add to your aquarium? Is it possible to add too many fish at once to your fish tank? What are the factors that affect this decision? One of the most critical choices in getting an aquarium is deciding how many fish you want to keep. However, if you wish you support a community aquarium, is it best to add all the fish at once or overtime? In this week's episode, we talk about the factors that influence how many fish you c...
Apr 25, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 19
This week on Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss the issue of Algae Blooms or otherwise known as green water. What exactly is Algae and Green Water in the Aquarium? How does Algae originate? What causes green water issues, and why is Algae so incredibly difficult to eradicate? Let's help answer these questions. Keeping and enjoying fish tanks bring a lot of happiness but can mean algae, too, especially in a newly established aquarium. Join ScienceGal Aquatics and Cohost Jesse while we talk all about t...
Apr 17, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. This week we discuss the options available on where to buy aquarium fish. There are more ways than ever before to purchase fish, and it can be challenging to decide how to buy your next aquarium fish. We talk about some of the pros and cons of buying fish at the local fish store, chain store, club auction, or online—excited to share some of the things I have picked up. Thank you for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics Kerri and Jesse You are always invited to chec...
Apr 11, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. This week's episode discusses why your aquarium water could become cloudy and milky in color. This issue can be challenging to resolve if you do not know what is happening. This issue is more common in new aquariums, but well-established fish tanks are not exempt. Join the conversation about what a bacteria bloom is, why this happens, and how you can solve a bacteria bloom in new and old aquariums. Thank you for Listening! ScienceGal Aquatics & Jesse You are alw...
Apr 04, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Thank you for choosing this week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas, where we discuss the do's and don'ts of betta fish keeping. I have kept many different Betta Fish over the years and have made big mistakes. The week's topic is discussing factors that led to losing Bettas early. Going into detail of things I wish I would have known when keeping and caring for Betta Fish. Listen and learn from my betta fish mistakes from water quality, proper tank requirements, diet, and so much more. Good Luck! Th...
Mar 29, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. This week we are excited to discuss how to keep fish outside. We struggled at the beginning with keeping fish in our summer tubs, and spring is in the air, meaning its time to get started again. Join us while we discuss different aspects and challenges of keeping fish outside in summer tubs. From what fish to keep, what size tub, what to feed, all the pests we encounter, etc., the goal is for you to have a great experience, learning from our mistakes. Thank you for ...
Mar 20, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. Unfortunately, this week's episode is a topic that we all experience as fishkeepers, no matter the experience level. Why do Aquarium Fish Die, and how do we as fishkeepers contribute. Join us to discuss this not fun but the essential topic of various reasons fish can suddenly pass away. Numerous factors play into your fish's health. Having aquariums is a rewarding hobby; however, sometimes, there are moments when you are unsure what to do or what happened to your aq...
Mar 14, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This week on Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss the issue, Is Expensive Always Better in the Aquarium Hobby? Fishkeeping is expensive. Do you always need to invest money in name-brand products to have a successful fish tank? No, not necessarily. Knowing where to splurge and when to save money is a dilemma for new and experienced fishkeepers alike. Listen to the conversation for helpful advice and tips on, Is Expensive Always Better? Thanks for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics Kerri & Jesse Y...
Mar 08, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 12
This week on Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss the reasons behind why you might need to move Aquarium Fish. There are several occasions why you might find yourself wanting to move your Fish or new Fry. In this episode, we have a conversation about our favorite ways to move fish from one aquarium to another and why you might need to do this. Thank you for Listening, ScienceGal Aquatics & Jesse You are always invited to check out Sciencegalaquatics.com.
Feb 28, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Why is Water-Changing an Aquarium so necessary? Join us for this week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas, where we discuss knowing why water changes are essential to the success of your aquarium. There is no wrong way to perform your water changes; however, there are many easier ways with the right tools and tricks. Don't miss this week's episode where we discuss Water Changing Freshwater Aquariums. Thanks for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics Kerri & Jesse You are always invited to check ou...
Feb 22, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas, we discuss the topic of feeding your fish aquarium. One of the biggest challenges I have learned over the years was to stop overfeeding my fish tanks. I was overfeeding the tropical freshwater fish I was keeping and constantly running into water quality issues and losing fish for so long. Even though innocent, we as fishkeepers do what we think is best, adding too much food and improperly feeding the fish because we believe they need it. However, this...
Feb 15, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week's Aquarium Dilemmas episode is about How to Acclimate Aquarium Fish. I have made many mistakes over the many years of fish keeping, and not knowing why we Acclimate aquarium fish was a huge mistake. Several methods exist for acclimating freshwater fish; however, one way works best for my fish. In this week's episode, we discuss why you need to acclimate fish, the water chemistry of the incoming fish bag, and the best way to acclimate your new fish. Thank you for Listening. Enjoy! Scien...
Feb 07, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas. This Podcast Episode discusses why adding fish to a brand-new tank is not the best. One of new fish keepers' most significant mistakes is rushing and not knowing the Nitrogen Cycle. Newly set-up aquariums need time to cycle and mature, and Nitrifying Bacteria must establish. This good bacteria is the foundation of any healthy aquarium. One of the fundamental reasons aquariums succeed and grow into thriving, healthy ecosystems is whether you have an excellent Nitrify...
Feb 01, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas is all about Common Aquarium Myths. I have been fishkeeping since I was a small child, and I have been guilty of believing in many Aquarium Myths for a long time. I was told these "truths" and took them as absolute facts, and they were the rules I needed to follow to have a successful fish tank, which is not valid. Unfortunately, this long list of Aquarium Myths has spread and been told for generations. I aim to share my mistakes and help you understand w...
Jan 24, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This week, we discuss and talk all about Aquarium Filters and the Dilemma when choosing the right one. When I first started fishkeeping, there were few options to choose from, and today there are numerous brands and types of aquarium filtration on the market. Knowing which one to purchase can be overwhelming if you are unfamiliar with Biological, Mechanical, and Chemical aquarium filtration and all available combinations. This week's podcast aims to help remove some guesswork from aquarium filte...
Jan 17, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This week's discussion is the dilemmas when choosing the right Aquarium Substrate. What you decide to put inside your fish tank is an important decision that includes a substrate. There are factors that you need to take into account when researching the best Aquarium Substrate to meet your aquarium needs. There are plenty of options on the market today for all budgets, and you can go with an inert substrate, an active buffering high-end aquarium substrate, or even a mix of both. This decision is...
Jan 11, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 4
This week's episode of Aquarium Dilemmas discusses our past aquarium mistakes. Through the years of caring for fish tanks, there have been many oh-no moments, large and small, that we would like to share with you, hoping that you don't make the same mistakes on your fish tank. The fishkeeping hobby is a fantastic experience, but there is a learning curve when starting. Fishkeepers of all experience levels still make mistakes, us included. We invite you to listen to our hard lessons learned, so y...
Jan 03, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas, episode 2. Today we are talking all about choosing the correct aquarium size. Join the discussion on factors the may affect your decision and a few topics you should think about before buying your aquarium. What do you think about first, the size of the tank or the fish you want to bring home? Thanks for Listening. Enjoy! ScienceGal Aquatics Kerri and Jesse You are always invited to check out Sciencegalaquatics.com.
Dec 26, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to Aquarium Dilemmas, a Podcast for the everyday fishkeeper. In this episode, we would like to share our aquarium backgrounds with you, coming into this beautiful fishkeeping hobby in entirely different ways. It's always fun working together on an aquarium, learning and admiring fishtanks, each from a different perspective. Thank you for Listening! ScienceGal Aquatics-Kerri and Jesse You are always invited to check out Sciencegalaquatics.com.
Dec 20, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 1
