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Ben's Aquarium blog is a developing resource full of tips and tricks to help build your ecosystems. Every two weeks we upload a new blog post helping to make botanical aquariums easier to keep. If you have a topic you want us to write about please send us a message!

Exploring the misunderstood role of aquatic biofilms in blackwater aquariums, transforming perceptions of natural ecosystem processes at Betta Botanicals.

Aquarium Biofilms - The Good, The Bad, And The (NOT) So Ugly

Explore biofilms in botanical aquariums, their role in filtration, food sources, and the 'Goo' phase. Calvin Darling highlights their importance for ecosystem stability in this informative dive.
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Exploring the cycle of life and death in blackwater aquariums, highlighting the natural processes that contribute to thriving aquatic ecosystems at Betta Botanicals.

Setting Up An Aquarium | Research, Inspiration, Life & Death

Just like in nature, aquariums have a life and death so enjoy your setups and start over if you think it is time for your ecosystem to be reborn. 
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Proper cleaning techniques for blackwater aquariums, focusing on maintaining water quality and ecosystem health without disrupting the delicate balance at Betta Botanicals.

Guide: How to Clean a Blackwater Aquarium

Your new botanical method aquarium or blackwater aquarium is up and running, but when it comes time to clean - where do you start? Should you vacuum the botanical substrate?...
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