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Author: Howard Parker

Howard Parker is a fishkeeping expert with over 20 years of experience. He is the founder and author of the Aquifarm located in Houston, TX 48. He has an academic degree in Agriculture Science. In addition to his professional pursuits, He is also an avid hobbyist of aqua pets, plants, and fish. Howard is dedicated to providing comprehensive information and resources for both novices and experienced fishkeepers, with a focus on professionalism and accuracy.
Aquarium Maintenance

How to Remineralize RO Water for Freshwater Aquarium

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

If you want to know how to remineralize RO water for freshwater aquariums, that means, you already know the lacking…

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Fishkeeping

Pregnant Yoyo Loach- Signs, Behavior and Care

ByHoward Parker Hours May 25, 2023

If you want me to prepare a list of different types of aquarium fish, I will put yoyo loach at…

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Fishkeeping

5 Gallon vs 10 Gallon Fish Tank: Which One Is The Best? 

ByHoward Parker Hours May 22, 2023

Keeping an aquarium is sure to be a very fun and rewarding experience. But most of the time we become…

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Aquatic Pet

Difference Between Male and Female Snails- How to Differentiate

ByHoward Parker Hours May 19, 2023

Yesterday one of my friends was discussing snails with me. In his opinion, the most confusing thing about snails is…

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Aquatic Pet

Mystery Snail Poop: Identification, Care, and Cleaning Tips

ByHoward Parker Hours May 19, 2023

Yesterday, one of my friends came to me and said, “Mystery snail has white poop.” At first, I couldn’t catch…

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Aquatic Pet

How to Tell if Mystery Snails Eggs Are Fertile

ByHoward Parker Hours May 10, 2023

The most common question that I faced related to mystery snails is how to tell if mystery snails’ eggs are…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to Keep Floating Plants Away From Filter [5 Ways]

ByHoward Parker Hours May 9, 2023

Floating aquatic plants are the cherry on top of your aquarium journey. Many people prefer keeping the tank vividly beautiful…

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Troubleshooting

5 Reasons For Aqueon Filter Making Grinding Noise-Fixing Guide

ByHoward Parker Hours May 7, 2023

All the fish tank filters make a slight buzzing noise during its functions in order to clean out the waste…

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Aquarium Maintenance

Symptoms of High pH in Fish Tank- 6 Signs With Solutions

ByHoward Parker Hours May 5, 2023

Yesterday my friend was explaining some problems in his fish tank like fish gasping for air, stress, poor appetite, damage…

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Aquatic Pet

Mystery Snail Not Moving- 9 Reasons and Solutions

ByHoward Parker Hours May 3, 2023

Who doesn’t love such a peaceful pet like a mystery snail? But they can’t add a beautiful wave in the…

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Why Frogspawn Coral Not Opening Fully And What To Do
Fishkeeping

Why Frogspawn Coral Not Opening Fully And What To Do

ByHoward Parker Hours May 5, 2023

Frogspawn Coral doesn’t stress the owner much to survive. They open up and close down timely is an indication that…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to Lower TDS in Fish Tank -5 Effective Methods

ByHoward Parker Hours May 1, 2023

I think the most common problem that hobbyists face in aquarium maintenance is balancing the TDS level. Some common methods…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to Lower Salinity in Aquarium- 4 Methods

ByHoward Parker Hours April 30, 2023

If you ask me how to get rid of excess salinity in an aquarium, I can suggest four methods. These…

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Aquarium Maintenance

 How to Lower Calcium in Reef Tank and Freshwater Aquarium

ByHoward Parker Hours April 26, 2023

Ways of reducing calcium is a mandatory need for most hobbyists. I used to ask all of the people in…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to Reduce Phosphates in Reef Tank and Aquarium – 7 Ways

ByHoward Parker Hours April 24, 2023

The most notorious problem that I faced in my reef tank is the excessive phosphate level problem. I also get…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to Trim Amazon Sword Plant

ByHoward Parker Hours April 23, 2023

A common question that I am facing nowadays is- “Can you trim Amazon Swords?” Amazon swords are considered one of…

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Fishkeeping

Male Vs Female Pea Puffer- How To Tell The Difference?

ByHoward Parker Hours April 19, 2023

Pea puffers are trendy aquarium fish. Their bright color and small size make the aquarium more beautiful. Another reason puffer…

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Fishkeeping

White Spots on Clownfish- Causes and Treatment

ByHoward Parker Hours April 21, 2023

Treating white spots on clownfish is always supposed to be a disaster to me. The main causes of clownfish diseases…

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Troubleshooting

5 Reasons Why Aqueon Filter Is Not Working [Fixing Guide]

ByHoward Parker Hours April 21, 2023

Your Aqueon filter has suddenly stopped working and it’s not pumping any water inside the tank anymore. This issue can…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to get Rid of Vermetid Snails Effectively

ByHoward Parker Hours April 14, 2023

Are you bothered by vermetid snails in your aquarium like me? When I first brought an aquarium to my house,…

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Fishkeeping

Why Pea Puffer Puffed Up And How I Fixed!

ByHoward Parker Hours April 21, 2023

Pea puffer fish (also known as dwarf puffer) is famous in aquariums for its small size and bright color. However,…

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Troubleshooting

5 Reasons For Your Top Fin Filter Not Working [Solution]

ByHoward Parker Hours April 12, 2023

We know that a tank filter is an essential item to keep the tank clean and the fish healthy. And…

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Aquarium Maintenance

How to Get Rid of Bladder Snails- Learn 6 Effective Methods

ByHoward Parker Hours April 10, 2023

Yesterday one of my friends rushed to my place screaming, “Baby snails appeared in my fish tank.” He wanted to…

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Water Quality

How to Lower Nitrates Without Water Change – Learn 8 Effective Ways

ByHoward Parker Hours April 7, 2023

Having higher nitrate levels is problematic for aquariums and fish tanks. Those of us who have aquariums, all know this…

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Fishkeeping

Why Are Clownfish Eggs Not Hatching: 4 Causes + Solutions

ByHoward Parker Hours April 2, 2023

It’s hard to find people who haven’t seen the movie Finding Nemo. Most people are familiar with Clownfish through this…

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Fishkeeping

Cory Catfish Fin Rot: Causes, Treatment & Prevention

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Fin rot’s one of the most common issues caused by bacterial infection yet one of the most preventable at the…

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Reef Tank

Space Invader Coral Care – A Specific Thorough Guide

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Space invader coral is popular for its low maintenance. It’s really easy for a beginner to bring up a Space…

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Fluval 407 vs fx4: Find the Right One For You
Water Quality

Fluval 407 vs fx4: Find the Right One For You

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

There are many canister filters available in the market. Fluval itself has so many options available. But which is right…

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Tiny White Moving Dots in Aquarium – Know the Treatment
Aquarium Maintenance

Tiny White Moving Dots in Aquarium – Know the Treatment

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

If you are on this site then you must own a fish aquarium or saltwater reef tank for a long…

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Stingray Male Vs Female: Know The Differences To Breed
Fishkeeping

Stingray Male Vs Female: Know The Differences To Breed

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Nowadays the popularity of stingrays as a pet animal in the aquarium is increasing. This also makes people interested in…

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How to Lower Magnesium in Reef Tank – 2 Effective Methods
Water Quality

How to Lower Magnesium in Reef Tank – 2 Effective Methods

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Magnesium is one of the important factors that corals in the reef tank need. As the level of magnesium in…

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Why Bubble Coral Not Inflating And Easy Solution To Them
Coral

Why Bubble Coral Not Inflating And Easy Solution To Them

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Bubble Coral is one of the easy LPS Coral. But they need maintenance to inflate and survive. Sometimes Bubble Coral…

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Apex PH Probe Won’t Calibrate: Reasons and Solutions
Troubleshooting

Apex PH Probe Won’t Calibrate: Reasons and Solutions

ByHoward Parker Hours April 2, 2023

When a ph probe won’t calibrate correctly, it can be a hassle for us. Like, we can face problems in…

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7 Reasons Behind Deflated Bubble Tip Anemones-Solution
Anemone

7 Reasons Behind Deflated Bubble Tip Anemones-Solution

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Bubble tip anemones are bright reef beauties that are pretty sensitive to keep. They have multiple surprising behaviors toward different…

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4 Reasons for Ammonia not Converting to Nitrite -Boost Conversion
Water Quality

4 Reasons for Ammonia not Converting to Nitrite -Boost Conversion

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Even though the level of nitrite is sensitive to the life of the aquarium, it is still necessary for the…

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How to Increase Nitrates in Fish Tank and Balance the Level
Water Quality

How to Increase Nitrates in Fish Tank and Balance the Level

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

If you are familiar with the effect of nitrates on aquatic life then you will know that it is not…

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How To Do Flowerpot Coral Care For Healthy Blooming
Reef Tank

How To Do Flowerpot Coral Care For Healthy Blooming

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Flowerpot Coral are beautiful creatures of nature. Even though reef tank owners often introduce Flowerpot Coral in their tanks, it…

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How to Clean Test Tubes API – Step By Step
Water Quality

How to Clean Test Tubes API – Step By Step

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

To maintain the parameters of the tank water this test kit is very important. Now that you own one, you…

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Coral Rx VS Revive: Which One To Choose
Anemone

Coral Rx VS Revive: Which One To Choose

ByHoward Parker Hours May 28, 2023

Coral Rx and Revive both are coral cleaners and are used worldwide to protect the aquarium ecosystem. Coral Rx is…

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