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Tropical Fish Beginner Course

A beginner course for first-time tropical fish keepers, from tank setup to community planning and daily care.

1

Getting Started

15 min

Choosing tank size and essential equipment: filters, heaters, and lighting.

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2

Cycling Your Tank

15 min

Understanding the nitrogen cycle, pilot fish method, and bacterial additives.

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3

Best Species for Beginners

10 min

Hardy and easy species: neon tetras, corydoras, guppies, and more.

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4

Community Tank Rules

10 min

Compatible combinations, incompatible mixes, and matching water parameters.

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5

Feeding & Daily Care

10 min

Feed types and amounts, water change schedule, and filter maintenance timing.

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6

Disease Prevention & Treatment

15 min

Identifying and treating ich, fin rot, and fungal infections. Medication protocols.

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