Hello fellow fish lovers! I have had freshwater fish on and off for the past 50 years I never quite knew what I was doing but the fish survived (in spite of me) In the 1960's I never changed water (except for siphoning bottom monthly), never tested pH, never fed live food. I am amazed how far the hobby has come and the knowledge-level of the members. I wish I had the internet back in the day because I would have had a lot more info at my fingertips! I find it fascinting to read what the members are doing and how they are willing to share info, Great Work guys (and gals)!!