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Aquariums and Fish Tanks by Father Fish

Aquariums and Fish Tanks by Father Fish

Written by: Father Fish
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While having an aquarium can be challenging, Father Fish with his down to earth explanations makes it easy. If you want more episodes you can go to and support the Father Fish Patreon at https://patreon.com/@FatherFish

Fish Tank setups and all things surrounding the keeping of these tanks will be discussed during this podcast. If you are searching for a better way to do your fish aquarium, this is the podcast for you. You may be a beginning fish keeper or an experienced one that is searching for the truth about natural aquariums, Father Fish's knowledge and wisdom from a lifetime of fish keeping strives to share his aquarium know-how with those seeking to learning how to build a natural aquarium.

The Father Fish Method also shows that there is a way to keep aquarium fish without using chemicals or medicine. In the world of aquarium keeping, the shift towards natural setups is not just a trend; it's a fundamental shift in our understanding of how to provide the best possible environment for our aquatic companions. For far too long, many aquariums resembled sterile glass boxes, lacking the richness and complexity found in the natural habitats of fish. Natural setups attempt to copy the balance of nature in an aquarium. They use plants, sand, deep substrate and even leaves in the aquarium to copy a fish's natural habitats. In these setups, fish are not just inhabitants; they become part of a thriving community. Real plants provide hiding spots and contribute to water quality.

Fish need natural setups because they require more than just a place to swim; they need an environment that nourishes their physical and mental well-being. Natural aquariums provide the complexity and diversity that benefits the fish, which in turn helps us enjoy them as aquarists. It's a shift that benefits both fish and the people who care for them, making the aquarium hobby more rewarding and fulfilling than ever before.

You are invited to follow our step-by-step playlist! Join Father Fish, an experienced fish keeper, as he demonstrates the ins and outs of setting up 'natural aquariums' with deep substrate. Dive into the details of 'microfauna' and 'food webs' crucial for ecosystem health. Get hands-on with a 'dirted tank' and learn how to transform your aquarium into a thriving aquatic environment. Whether you're new or seasoned in aquarium care, our videos provide practical insights to help you create a flourishing natural aquarium. Start your journey today and see your tank thrive!

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Episodes
  • What Is A Nature Aquarium??
    Feb 23 2026

    A nature aquarium is amazing. The nature aquarium does not exist in a sterile aquarium, the nature aquarium, according to Father Fish, is a natural aquarium that mirrors nature. Nature can be both violent and peaceful. Nature can be both destructive and creative. Nature is all around us! Nature in our aquariums is no different; plants grow,your aquarium fish eat plants or each other, they then feed the microfauna which then adds the nutrients to the substrate which the plants use for fertilizer and the cycle replays it self again and again. So just as the 'real' world lives the cycle of life so does the planted aquarium become a nature aquarium as it matures and the cycle of life grows within. #natureaquarium #naturalaquarium #fatherfish #aquarium #fishtank #microfauna #substrato #aquariumfish

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    7 mins
  • What Do My Plants Need??
    Feb 17 2026

    This video explains how to build a healthy, natural aquarium using the simple and proven Father Fish method. The focus is on creating balance, instead of constantly fixing problems, and this takes time. A successful planted tank starts with good substrate that contains nutrients which will last for years. The problem with using aquarium fertilizers, as opposed to this substrate, is that the are not beneficial in the long run. They cause the wrong type of growth; leaves and fruit, for example, not roots. Bacteria, also, assists plants in growing. Using ferts, on your aquarium plants, block this process, while good substrate, Aqua Preta Supplement, assists. By prioritizing a nutrient rich substrate, aquarist can develop a resilient, low-maintenance aquarium that mirrors nature and supports healthier aquarium fish and plants over time.

    #aquarium #fishtank #fatherfish #plantedaquarium #plantedtank #fatherfishmethod #naturalaquarium #aquapreta #bacteria #nutrients #aquariumfertilizer #aquariumplants

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    8 mins
  • If You Scoop Up Pond Water, Do You Scoop Parasites Too???
    Feb 15 2026

    Parasites are everywhere and they are especially found in water. Ponds are full of parasites also known as microfauna. There are roughly 100,00 species of microfauna. A few examples of microfauna are: Ameba, Paramecium, Nematodes, Daphnia and Moina. When you have biodiversity in your aquarium, the good parasites control the dangerous pathogens. A good example of this is the ich parasite. If you have microfauna in your aquarium, ich will usually not be a problem. So travel with Father Fish as he explains that scooping parasites with pond water brings interesting results.

    #parasites #pond #fatherfish #microfauna #bacteria #biodiversity #ick #ich #aquarium #fishtank #fishaquarium #fishkeeping

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    8 mins
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