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I am a relative novice at aquariums, but I've had my little boys tank for over a year. We purchased two new fish about two weeks ago and now all 5 platys have white spots. I know from research that it is ich. Do I buy a chemical? Or is there a natural method to save these fish? Thanks so much!

So basically take them out manually and let them die?

I do have a pond in my backyard...is that an option? Also, would a betta dine them? I have him in his own tank...

I purchased a bendable plant ring-thing from Petco a few months back, because it was a really nice looking plant and it added to my live plant collection in my 13-gallon aquarium. One day I noticed a snail on my castle. After doing some research I figured the only way it got in was it hi-jacked...

I've had my 13 gallon aquarium since August. I have not replaced the filter, but need to now. Advice please!

I guess I was just afraid of sucking him up or him being above water level...

I discovered about a week ago that a little brown snail had snuck into my aquarium. From research it seems it may have come in on the new live plant/driftwood piece I purchased. I really do not mind because I have the aquarium size and there is typically excess algae in my tank. I am due for a...

So I went ahead and got two more Albinos. Is it normal for them to basically cower or hide in the corner together? The first one is still swimming and eating at everything. They move when he comes over...thanks again!

I definitely do not want to be the person who just "does the minimum" just to have the enjoyment of the one fish, if he is not happy. He does seem to be swimming at the top and sides more than I would have anticipated...does that mean anything? Secondly, I am definitely willing to bring the...

Good evening, this is my first post! I started a 13-gallon tank for my little boy back in August. I am admittedly a newbie to the world of aquariums and have had my ups and downs learning everything that goes into making it a happy and healthy environment. Thankfully, only one fish has died and...