Buce Blog - Planted Tank Aquascaping Tips, How To, Advice

Although this freshwater aquarium plant is famously "low-maintenance," certain challenges may arise if you don't meet its specific needs. Issues like browning leaves, stunted growth, or plantlets that struggle to thrive can leave hobbyists scratching their heads.

Guppies, with their vibrant colors and lively personalities, are one of the most popular fish in the freshwater aquarium hobby. Their ease of care in combination with the excitement of watching them breed makes guppies a delightful addition to any tank....

Live aquatic plants don't just make your aquarium look better—did you know they naturally help fight against algae in planted tanks? In fact, the more plants in your tank, the better positioned you are to combat algae outbreaks in the...

In the past, live aquatic plants were only available as potted or bunched plants at your local fish store. But in recent years, tissue culture plants have come onto the scene and rapidly gained popularity in the hobby.Tissue culture plants,...

What makes a great freshwater fish for a community tank setup? The best fish for community tanks often have shared characteristics. Many of them are naturally peaceful schooling fish that aren't territorial. Popular community tank species often aren't timid or shy...

Designing an aquascape that truly emulates nature can be a challenge, but it's one that's well worth the effort. As humans, we tend to prefer order and symmetry, with everything neatly arranged in grids and straight lines. However, when it...

So, what exactly is aquascaping? Aquascaping is the art of arranging plants, rocks, and wood in an aesthetically pleasing manner within a freshwater aquarium. The aquascaper carefully selects a mix of live aquatic plants, rocks, and driftwood to create captivating underwater...

Most of us have made the mistake of impulse buying fish from our local pet store. When we get home, we fill our empty tank with dechlorinated water and immediately introduce our fish. In the following days, our new fish struggle to...