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- How to Lower Ammonia in a Fish Tank Quickly
Fast & Natural Fixes + Long-Term Prevention Ammonia is a silent killer in new and established aquariums. Even low amounts of ammonia can burn fish gills, cause lethargy, and lead to sudden death for fish. This is especially true for beginners during the first few weeks of cycling. I’ve been there. My first tank hit a spike, fish were gasping, and the water smelled awful. After freaking out a little bit, I got it fixed … Read more
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- Starting A Fish Tank For Beginners
A Simple Guide On Starting A Fish Tank For Beginners Welcome to FishTankFAQ.com, where I, love to help beginners like you dive into fishkeeping with confidence. In this simple guide on starting a fish tank for beginners I’m going to cove things like “What size tank is best?” or “How … Read more - How to Bring Aquarium pH Down Easily
A Complete Beginner’s Guide (Updated for 2026) Hey everyone, Donny here, a regular guy who loves running a few tanks in my apartment and helping friends set up and keep their tanks healthy. I’ve been doing it for more than way more than ten years, and I’m loving every messy … Read more - How to Make Fish Tank Water Clear
There is nothing more frustrating than spending hours aquascaping a tank only to have it look like a foggy swamp the next morning. I’ve been there. During my first few years in the hobby, I spent a small fortune on ‘clear water’ chemicals before I realized that the secret to … Read more - What Are the Best Aquarium Filters?If you bought your first aquarium as a ‘complete kit,’ I can almost guarantee you that the filter included in that box is the weakest link in your setup. It annoys me that I had to learn this the hard way 15 years ago and thought my ‘all-in-one’ filter was … Read more
- Best Aquarium Testing Kit For BeginnersHi, I’m Donny, just a guy who’s been obsessed with aquariums for over a decade. I’ve run everything from a simple 10-gallon betta setup to a planted 50-gallon community tank, and I’ve learned the hard way that a great tank starts with knowing your water. We’ll cover why testing matters, … Read more
About Fish Tank FAQ
Fish Tank FAQ is a hands-on resource for aquarium enthusiasts who are tired of “fluff” and confusing science. Founded by Donny Miller, a fishkeeper with 15+ years of experience, our mission is simple: to provide tested, no-nonsense answers to your biggest aquarium questions. Whether you’re fighting an ammonia spike in a 50-gallon community tank or scaping your first 20-gallon long, we provide the practical advice you need to keep your water clear and your fish thriving. No bots, no generic AI—just real experience from a real fish room.
Hi, I’m Donny! I’ve been an active aquarium hobbyist for over 15 years, currently maintaining a "fish room" that includes a 50-gallon community tank, a 20-gallon long aquascape, and a specialized nano betta setup. I founded FishTankFAQ.com to move past the "fluff" and provide hands-on, tested advice for fellow keepers. From troubleshooting 3-month algae battles to perfecting the nitrogen cycle, I’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to. When I'm not tinkering with my 4 active tanks, you can find me sharing advice, testing the latest fish tank gear.
Latest posts by Donny Miller (see all)
- How to Lower Ammonia in a Fish Tank Quickly - January 20, 2026
- How Often To Fertilize Aquarium Plants - January 19, 2026
- How to Soften Aquarium Water Easily - January 17, 2026