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Setting up an aquarium step by step

What could be more calming than watching silvery fish behind glass? However, before you set up a small, dazzling underwater world in your own four walls, you should clarify a few basic questions. The ...
Bringing home a new houseplant? Prevention is key to avoiding pest infestations. Inspect the plant closely, especially under ...
Turtles are cute and they often find a place as a decor item in most homes. Considered auspicious, they are widely gifted, ...
Creating a bioactive habitat with students can give them a window into the natural world while easing the upkeep for class ...
If you have a way to collect rainwater indoors, it can be a great resource for watering plants. Place containers near ...
A lot of our general sense of wellbeing depends on our surroundings - and it appears fish are no different. Social media users were astonished when a woman documented her fish's remarkable ...
While aquariums are beautiful and full of life, they get dirty pretty quickly. Over time, the water gets cloudy and sometimes even a bit green, which is due to residue from fish food, and sometimes, ...
A home aquarium becomes more than just a fish tank when it’s alive with vibrant greenery. Aquatic plants not only make your aquarium look stunning but also play an essential role in maintaining water ...
Syracuse, N.Y. – Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon is opposing a company’s proposal to restart a long-dormant concrete plant two blocks from a $100 million aquarium the county is building at the ...
Eleven plants, including snake plants, ZZ plants, and pothos, can thrive both indoors and outdoors. Most of these plants prefer partial shade or indirect light, especially avoiding harsh afternoon sun ...
Garden lovers without sprawling lawns or flower beds are being urged to embrace the joys of container gardening. Planting in pots is not only space-efficient, but also a creative, low-commitment way ...