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I have a 55 gallon tank with a wide variety of fish (including two fresh water eels) and I detected what appears to be either parasites or fungus on one of my albino barbs (perhaps both... he had a blood red mark on one side that seemed to move around on him, as well as near the base of his...

Hey everyone, I have slowly become more of an experienced fish owner (well, maybe that's too much credit... lets try "intermediate"), with a 55 gallon tank at home containing a wide variety of fresh water fish and doing very well for quite some time... Well, here I am at work, and a fellow...

My tank is fairly new (approx. 5 weeks) and I am having a difficulty in achieving constant levels. Right now the ammonia levels are very high and the pH is at about 8-8.5. The fish are acting weird, and some don't look like they will make it. I added some pH down and instant bacteria tonight...

Hi everybody!! This is a very cool website, and it is really great to find a place that provides a wide range of advice!! My wife and I just purchased a 55g tank on Sunday, March 2nd, and went through full assembly (rinsed gravel, rocks, and plants thoroughly before placing in tank), filled...