When To Water Change An Aquarium - (No, It Doesn’t Depend)

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  • Doing water changes is an important part of the hobby. Our fish deserve the cleanest possible home and yea, we love to look at our clean tanks 😊
    But how do we determine WHEN to water change an aquarium. Do our fish hold up a sign that says "clean me"? lol Of course not.
    So how do we know WHEN to do them....Simple!
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  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

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    • @Whobefit
      @Whobefit 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should put a pothos plant in the big tank, I run a 200 gallon with 12 6- 10 inch frontosa and I don’t see over 15ppm nitrates ever I do water changes to keep phosphates low and diatoms at bay

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Whobefit My guys will eat the pothos. Tried that in the past.

    • @darreldavis1
      @darreldavis1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Afternoon Kev. One of my wet pets has an eye injury from being nicked on by another fish. What kind of treatment can I give him to heal? I did add some stress coat to the tank. Thank you in advance Sir🙏🏾

    • @brutalkuhli8351
      @brutalkuhli8351 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beginner question here: I have a decently planted tank here, from what I understood from your nitrogen cycle explanation, plants will consume the NitrAte so I'll not see the level rise all that much if I don't overfeed. When would I know when to change my water if I don't see the nitrate level go up because my plants eat it? Or what I'm saying makes no sense because I understood wrong?

    • @tylarmar9823
      @tylarmar9823 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love the videos was gifted a tank about 4 weeks ago now i have 3 and have more on the way scary how much i grown ti love fish

  • @angelmika2010
    @angelmika2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Since I found your channel my tank has been so crystal clear. My main tank is in the living room and when the pizza delivery guy delivered our food he stated that my tank was so clear that it look HD quality lol. Thank you again and looking forward to more videos.

    • @InnovatewithLes
      @InnovatewithLes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      HD!!! Drinking water on em! Lol

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      🤣🤣 Thats awesome! Glad I was able to help you impress that delivery guy!! 🤣💪💪

    • @rick6582CNCMedicalParts
      @rick6582CNCMedicalParts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I try feed my fish every other day helps with my 90 gal tank water all Barbs & tetras every 2 weeks 25% for me thanks for information

    • @angelmika2010
      @angelmika2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@InnovatewithLes ikr lol

    • @djtoobrazy6963
      @djtoobrazy6963 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      You should post your tank

  • @FREEPALESTINE5543
    @FREEPALESTINE5543 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    In my opinion. This is the best fish channel on TH-cam.

  • @jenndensmore535
    @jenndensmore535 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I had a freshwater aquarium about 20 years ago and eventually gave up after suffering an Ick infection that got out of hand. Back then, there wasn’t a lot of information available on the internet to the average hobbyist, unlike the wealth of information and ease of accessing the information that there is now. I’ve recently decided to try the hobby again, and during this journey of planning and preparation to start my new tank, I discovered your channel and have been binge-watching all of it. Your presentations are informative and easy to follow, and your personality is engaging and keeps me coming back for more. I can’t thank you enough for doing what you do and helping this newbie to become an informed and empowered fish keeper.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well Im glad you decided to come back to the hobby and glad you found the channel as well! 😊 Thanks for that positive feedback! Happy to hear you're enjoying the channel!

    • @loveninaolucas1851
      @loveninaolucas1851 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I got a 38 gal no fish and no aqua plant yet and just set it up today any advise from you.

  • @TheSparkratos
    @TheSparkratos 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been following all your tips for my cichlid tank and they've been working like a charm. Thanks! 🙏🏽

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Hope you can make it to tonight's live stream! 😁 Set your reminder now! - th-cam.com/video/zIJXIclag9o/w-d-xo.html

  • @audrameyer9558
    @audrameyer9558 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Kev. You always provide great info in a way that anyone can understand. It is appreciated 😊

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure, Glad you found it helpful

  • @SonnyR4K
    @SonnyR4K 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely love getting straight to the point, you're the best!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it 😊💪

  • @flonkas
    @flonkas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Straight to the point. No bs. This is why I watch your videos over everyone else’s.

  • @mariebroussard7159
    @mariebroussard7159 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t thank you enough how you just get to the point! I subscribe to your channel and my fish game has been poppin ever since. Thank you so much😊

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol, Glad to hear it! Thanks for the positive feedback, really appreciate it! 😊

  • @hydrojet7x70
    @hydrojet7x70 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos! I am a very busy person and I don’t have 15-20 minutes to waste on videos that the point never comes out. I really like how you put the point no nonsense straight to the front of your video, at that point, I know, this is the video for me and I will spend whatever amount of time watching the video. That’s because I know what I am getting Versus randomly searching. You’re doing a great job. Keep it up! Love your style.

  • @DBZTCG
    @DBZTCG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Kev is back 👏 great vid as always, your really starting to get good at this always entertaining bro 😎

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you bro, trying to give out the info while making it entertaining! Glad you noticed 😊

  • @thischildishlifestyle
    @thischildishlifestyle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the channel. Even though I've kept fish for many years it's still good to get a refresher course and see how other people in the hobby do things. Keep up the good work brother 😎👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn't agree more! Glad you enjoyed it, always appreciate positive feedback from the veterans of the hobby! 😊

  • @ms3326
    @ms3326 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New to the hobby and I admit I'm hooked thanks to your videos I've learned so much. My only regret is not buying a bigger tank..lol I appreciate your help. Thank you.

  • @unanimousreporting8250
    @unanimousreporting8250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to the point simple advice as always. I agree as well with an aggressive fish, I raised my ph , gh, and kh and its like an opioid to them everyone is just relaxed.

  • @shinehy403
    @shinehy403 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm learning here too! Superb info quickly delivered in a no bs style. Love it!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad to hear it! 😁💪

  • @pranavbaleri1159
    @pranavbaleri1159 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Kev your new videos are very funny!!! 😂 Keep it up!!!Keep it entertaining!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! I am trying to think of ways to keep them entertaining while also being informative. Glad you noticed 😊

  • @tomsalinasDDS
    @tomsalinasDDS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job thanks Kev!
    Really appreciated the rundown on chemistry as nitrates rise pH can drop.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure, Glad you found it helpful! 😊

  • @darthblunt3833
    @darthblunt3833 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome content as always Kev!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you brother Darth! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @user-mp7xv8hl5b
    @user-mp7xv8hl5b 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    These videos are awesome man…best fish channel on TH-cam…extremely helpful & informative 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you bro! Appreciate that! 😊💪

  • @northwestlife2794
    @northwestlife2794 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the video! New to keeping fish. Trying to learn as much as possible. Thanks for keeping it fun!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @Joefun50
    @Joefun50 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brother your videos are always so informative and you always simplify your descriptions to help us better understand 🙏 God bless Brother and thanks for all the help

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are very welcome! Thanks for that awesome positive feedback! 😁

  • @cindyhanson9412
    @cindyhanson9412 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been keeping fish since I was a five year old child, and I am still learning. I thank you for all your good information and I like your good common sense, your videos are filled with great information and are very entertaining at the same time,thank you again for all your help!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Glad you've been enjoying the channel!

  • @jg2591
    @jg2591 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was great. Thanks for tips.

  • @ShrimpCity
    @ShrimpCity 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Hey Kev! I'm new to the hobby but I want to give you a huge thank you for all the info that you've been pushing out! I'm enjoying the hobby a lot more thanks to your videos. Keep up the great work!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome thank you! Glad you've been enjoying the channel! 😊💪

  • @mrswiggles2012
    @mrswiggles2012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOL..very entertaining Kev! Why would I want to watch anything else, LOL...Have a good weekend. Beatiful tanks.

  • @terrymartins2552
    @terrymartins2552 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video, well presented. I only have Bolivian Ram Cichlids with Platies and Corydoras in a moderately planted tank but I still learn a lot from watching your videos.

  • @vinayjames7228
    @vinayjames7228 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always the best crystal clear explanation thanks sir.....

  • @drremen
    @drremen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    as always, accurate no nonsense info and entertaining as well. keep that up (Y)

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @zacharytaylor5809
    @zacharytaylor5809 ปีที่แล้ว

    bro your videos are the bomb ! Beginner here with a 75 gallon cichild tank and one jack dempsey. They all gettin along great as it been 2 weeks. Your videos are the best though, very informative and easy to understand. Thank you so much for your great content !

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure bro! Glad you’re enjoying the channel! 😁💪

  • @ratsaremagic
    @ratsaremagic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative channel. I believe everything you say and follow your advice where I can. It's the only channel on fish keeping that is straight to the point with simple explanations. Lots of other channels sells mostly poop to sound intelligent and even a beginner like me can hear the difference between real facts and poop! I hope you great success. Thanks for the videos.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol 🤣 Thanks bro! Glad you’re enjoying the channel. And thanks for that feedback!
      Don’t miss tomorrow’s Live Premiere! - th-cam.com/video/Mz6CL14xGu0/w-d-xo.html

  • @princeopoku5846
    @princeopoku5846 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are really helpful. Thank you

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @leegadsby290
    @leegadsby290 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're vids are the best kev

  • @keepamerica2astrong280
    @keepamerica2astrong280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Kev great vid. I have had cichlids going on 20 years and you def know your stuff. I have always done 40% water changes every 2 weeks. Very entertaining also. Thanks Bro...

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Love to hear positive feedback from the vets! Thats how I know Im doing well lol Glad you enjoyed the video brother 💪

  • @hadihamid5473
    @hadihamid5473 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello from Brunei ! Love your videos!

  • @bschneller7933
    @bschneller7933 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful videos. Thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @eues803
    @eues803 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Kev, as always very Nice vídeo, great informations for who os starting in the hobby and also for those that think that water doesn't have to be replaced with new water rich um everything.

  • @kc8449
    @kc8449 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for this video! I've had a planted tank with snails for 3.5 years. Finally added fish: 7 black neon tetras who all died within 4 days, 4 corys (1 has red blotch), and 2 African pygmy frogs (1 frog is MIA pretty sure). Not only did I overload my 25 gallon, but I kept noticing higher than normal Ammonia and low! PH. One time it was just below 5. I asked aquarium groups and was scowering TH-cam trying to figure out what to do because water changes only temporarily fixed the issue, but no one had an answer. That is until I found this video. I now have a 10 gallon hospital tank where I am treating my 4 corys. I also realize how many rookie mistakes I made after watching your videos. Thank you so much again for these videos. I want to be the best fish carer I can be and give my fish a happy and healthy life. I am hoping to get more corys now that I know they need to be in a larger group once I get them treated and healthy and my main tank safe. After watching your videos, I think I have the knowledge to keep going with this. Subscriber for life.

  • @5766MARIA
    @5766MARIA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Once again, great information 😎

  • @jaygarcia4426
    @jaygarcia4426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Found your channel today! Have been binge watching your playlist for beginners .
    My husband and I got a beautiful Koi Galaxy Longfin Betta but unfortunately we were told after 24 hrs of setting up the tank the betta would be fine to put in
    So of course we did that!
    Your videos have been helpful and tomorrow im going to get some supplies that i need to help the tank cycle!
    Thank you for your videos!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @edgararcega3046
    @edgararcega3046 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicely explained. I just switched the food i give my fish. Was using flakes but they sank to the bottom alot and polluted the water. Now I use blood worms. They float slot more than flakes

  • @kosachilles2504
    @kosachilles2504 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! Thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @Roland2307
    @Roland2307 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. You’re a good teacher. You make it so simple a kaveman like myself can understand it. My tank was already established, running for like two years and it crashed for some reason. Most likely due to water quality. It got away from me some how? Big ammonia spike. Lost some great fish. Almost lost my eye biter Sergio. So, on to do some water changes for me!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol, Glad you got the Kaveman reference lol Sorry to hear about your crash, we live and learn in the hobby and just continue to improve, dont give up! 😊💪

  • @lots33ml
    @lots33ml 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always succinct and clear about what every hobbiest needs to know. Like my friend ben ochart who also has a large following on youtube it's a fluid situation sounds like he's joking but it's true everything is constantly changing in you're tank and it all depends on all those factors you so eloquently layed out. As usual good job clearly explaining the formula for success. Peace brother and happy fish keeping.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you bro, appreciate that positive feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊

  • @Agentshadowolf
    @Agentshadowolf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got the Vivosun 2600 water pump listed in your description and used it for the first time today, man that thing is awesome for draining water out of tanks. It was way better than the old pump I had that took forever, the new pump is over 3 times faster. I should have gotten this one first, I cant remember which video you first mentioned it on but thanks Kev for the helpful advice. Now I look forward to water changes more since I wont need to carry buckets lol

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad I could help! I felt the exact same way when I first got that pump! Water changes a breeze now 😊

  • @pamelajackson6954
    @pamelajackson6954 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just the question I needed answered. Thanks!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @taylorcaudil8058
    @taylorcaudil8058 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do Tuesday 10%, Thursday 25%, Saturday gravel vac to 20-35% every week and everyone does very well

  • @celbornagain141
    @celbornagain141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The biggest thing I learned was about the nutrients and minerals!! WOW! Thank you!

  • @douglasvieco5387
    @douglasvieco5387 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos , thanks.

  • @dr.thaliaw9881
    @dr.thaliaw9881 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Awesome tips as I just set up a new African Cichlid tank. I’m really sticking close to this channel now!! Thanks Kev, you’re the best teacher. 🌹

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much! Glad you're finding the channel helpful, and congrats on that new African Cichlid tank!! 😊💪

    • @mraquaticnews5676
      @mraquaticnews5676 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KaveManAquatics kevs da man! 👊🏽

  • @tonykeel3827
    @tonykeel3827 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Kev, I do a 25-50 per cent water change every week. Your videos are great! Keep them coming.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! Thank you Tony, glad you're enjoying them!

  • @sujansheelsrivastava7420
    @sujansheelsrivastava7420 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome tips sir 👍👍

  • @user-zv7ov4rm5w
    @user-zv7ov4rm5w 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been watching you over the years. I am a South American tank guy. But you are to slowly talking me into the african cichlids

  • @leonardcrawford973
    @leonardcrawford973 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the tips brother. I recently got back into the hobby after taking a 10 year break and man so much has changed. I raised Oscars before and now moving to African Cichlids. Also I see that you are a Marine as well. Semper Fi my brother! OhRah!

  • @garthantash
    @garthantash 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I do 50% water changes once a week mainly due to using EI fertilising but I also want to keep my nitrates well below 40ppm. I keep corydoras and I am convinced they deteriorate if kept over 40ppm for long so had a good rethink of my schedule and water change system to avoid that happening again.

  • @UNIXSOLJASysadminSyndicate
    @UNIXSOLJASysadminSyndicate ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. What's in the tank on your right or your left-hand side?

  • @thopham7976
    @thopham7976 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful and thanks.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @medsurgcutie
    @medsurgcutie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You are good at what you do. I follow a lot of fish type content creators but you were the first to really break down and simply the nitrate cycle for me. Thank you.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

    • @Slimboulslim
      @Slimboulslim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly the same thing I said 👏🏾💯🤣

  • @muffinman1971
    @muffinman1971 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the vids. Very entertaining and succinct.
    Your wave maker vids changed my life 😂😂 (and my fishes)

  • @FLSBRider
    @FLSBRider 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I usually just do 80% water change every Thursday regardless of what the tests say. Usually it’s about 20ppm with 12 adult discus, 9 angels, 2 blue phantom plecos, in a 125 gallon. Been doing it this way for years without issue.

  • @matthewsmith6343
    @matthewsmith6343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Kev, Semper Fi brother! I kept changing water on ammonia spikes, but after watching your videos, I waited out the ammonia spikes and dosed to keep water stabilized till the cycle happened and now everything is good. I've had tanks before but I got the MTS going on now

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Semper Fi Devil! Glad I could help you figure it out!! 😁💪

  • @davebdot6713
    @davebdot6713 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I own two planted 5 gallon tanks witch don't produce a lot of nitrates. So i do a water change if the whaterhardness rises. I get more minerals in the water over timer because i don't use distilled water in my fillup routine. I still test for nitrates and ammonia at least two time a week to keep it in check

  • @steverabbits
    @steverabbits 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Kev, your stuff is brilliant man! I was worried to death about my nitrates and they have never been over 15ppm! Currently at about 7ppm. I've watched 3 of your videos so far tonight and I've learned more in 1 hour than I have in a week in the past! I plan to make some great changes based on your teaching my friend - so grateful I cannot tell you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome to hear, glad I could help and glad that you're finding the channel helpful! Thank you for the positive feedback! 😊💪

  • @InnovatewithLes
    @InnovatewithLes 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wealth of knowledge!🐟

  • @JorgeGomez-zf2xy
    @JorgeGomez-zf2xy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Only channel I watch for everything aquatic 👍

  • @powerk2615
    @powerk2615 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always helpful

  • @user-dc7iw3fu4e
    @user-dc7iw3fu4e 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was very helpful

  • @finnwiggles28
    @finnwiggles28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this GREAT video! My fish LOVE clean water! Of all the water change videos I've seen, and lately there's a ton; This one is far and away the best!! and you're Funny too!!!! :)

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol Thanks Finn. Im trying to get the info out while also making the video entertaining. Glad you noticed! 🤣

  • @melissafoster1228
    @melissafoster1228 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve watched this twice now. Great video Kev!

  • @celbornagain141
    @celbornagain141 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!! Oh my word I’ve been keeping fish for nearly 6 yrs and did not know all of what you shared! Nitrate levels at 40?! Crazy! I would just do water changes weekly regardless!

  • @TEW-pp9vb
    @TEW-pp9vb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video, Kevin, and definitely worth a second look/replay on my end.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you SIr! Watch as many times as you'd like haha 😊

    • @TEW-pp9vb
      @TEW-pp9vb 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KaveManAquatics yes, sir. Will watch 'till my heart's content lol. Class is in session.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣 BTW..thanks for joining the membership! I appreciate the support! 😊💪

    • @TEW-pp9vb
      @TEW-pp9vb 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KaveManAquatics Certainly, Kev. Glad to be a part of the movement!!

  • @Kathy_Bennett
    @Kathy_Bennett 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I thought I understood my small little 10 gallon tank that I had set up about 10 years ago. I had it going to watch the little Glofish Danios play and a Betta Splenda during the time I fought Lymphoma (blood cancer). Those little Danios would form little swimming patterns (sometimes just 2" wide) on their own and sometimes another one would join in; then there were the games of chase.
    About 2 months ago, I woke up one morning to find most of my fish dead. I was heart broken, I told my husband that they were innocent, they did nothing to deserve this! It was an ammonia spike! I started doing research, and that's how I found you. The Stability saved the fish I could save, especially after a second spike. Let me just say I have one tough catfish and one tough Betta, they survived both spikes. So I need to *thank you* so much!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry for your loss, but super glad I was able to help! 😁

  • @adamc7918
    @adamc7918 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed the vid. Im also looking to do a WC around 40 to 50ish

  • @TEX-9568
    @TEX-9568 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great channel Kevin! Your knowledge has been extremely helpful in my endeavors to keeping fish. On a side note… you and Sinbad have striking resemblances in looks and demeanor…. I’m a fan of Sinbad.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      HAHA, yea I get that alot. Glad you're a Sinbad fan 😊💪

  • @Hizsoldier1219
    @Hizsoldier1219 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kev is the best learning more and more with every video

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you bro! Glad you’re enjoying the content 😁💪

  • @samoistina9507
    @samoistina9507 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    True, a very true and i tested this many times, bless

  • @EGWL93
    @EGWL93 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Weekly change for my 15g community tank comprises of 12 glowlights, 4 glofish tetras, 3 Otos and 2 snails & 2 weeks for my 10g tank which comprises of 5 Sparkling Gourami, 3 Otos and 5 Amano shrimps. Irregardless of what's the result as I know I'll procrastinate and ended up not changing for weeks if the test kit says all is good. The most if I don't change is to top up water.

  • @cicatank
    @cicatank 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i felt very consoled when you show us your nitrate. I was getting paranoia about that nitrate level when i did those test. I water change every week and do not like to add plants. it is an office tank so not very nice for me to add too much stuff in when i don't have that kind of time for plants maintenance. thanks for your note of encouragement and easy to understand information. clap clap!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear you, I like my tanks clean and simple looking. Less is more for me. Glad I could! 😊💪

  • @PrincessPica24
    @PrincessPica24 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! You are the first Super Thanks I've received! I really appreciate it! 😁

  • @meyou805
    @meyou805 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice :) I just usually go for every Sunday. I very rarely test my water now. Did my goldfish yesterday though. Betta and main tropical tank today (Sunday), along with my baby goldfish set up and the little tank I have a couple of fish in for quarantine

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice, sounds like they're in good hands 💪

  • @allanimalschannel3131
    @allanimalschannel3131 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful

  • @LuisRodriguez-ls7yi
    @LuisRodriguez-ls7yi 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Semper Fi Devil! Thanks for all the great info!👍🏽 Question: With those (2)210 gallon tanks, are they in your basement? Or are they on a floor that you have to brace the floor in the basement for weight? If so, what is your recommendation on how to brace your floor for x amount of weight? Seen a lot of your videos, but nothing on this. Maybe you can cover in future video? Thanks and Semper Fi

  • @kennygore1395
    @kennygore1395 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    this was great

  • @simonwood1542
    @simonwood1542 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent upload Kev as always. I run at 40ppm after 7 days religiously…that said, it’s 5ppm straight from the tap regardless so like so many others I’m on the back foot from the off so a weekly W/C of 50-60% with a filter clean bi monthly is undertaken. When it’s not filter clean time it’s gravel vac maintenance and this causes me no issues…..Sunday’s are definitely fish tank maintenance day…Would be interesting to hear other peoples schedules.🇬🇧

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like the perfect maintenance schedule. Because it's very similar to mine lol 😊💪

  • @MaybeCapelan
    @MaybeCapelan วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am so great full for this channel.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  วันที่ผ่านมา

      Happy to hear that! Glad you’re enjoying it! 😁💪

  • @chinthakaperera3169
    @chinthakaperera3169 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Great video, what plants are good to keep in a small aquarium with gold fish ? as they try to eat everything

  • @Shadissy
    @Shadissy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your channel!!!! And, my fish do too. Thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @jamestaylor7045
    @jamestaylor7045 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    love the vibe of your vids esp that background track lol

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! I was thinking it was too low and no one could even hear it lol

  • @monomansmda1410
    @monomansmda1410 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got an established tank did a nitrate test the next day and the colour wasn’t on the chart did a 30% water change and fixed the problem

  • @sabic_
    @sabic_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always enjoy your videos, loved the Jim Carrey scene

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol Glad you enjoyed it...I searched for the perfect gif to put there! lol

  • @abdielsanchez6120
    @abdielsanchez6120 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Kev. What do you use/ recommend to test your tank water?

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I use the api master test kit. Check it out here - th-cam.com/video/b0gH-6f41Uc/w-d-xo.html

  • @Lumpydog
    @Lumpydog 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thanks for sharing. p.s. all my tanks are heavily planted with smaller size fish. Most tanks can go several weeks without water changed.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! I know there are setups like yours that do very well with nitrates. Wanted to make sure I addressed you guys as well 😊👍

  • @michaelshekianphotography6378
    @michaelshekianphotography6378 ปีที่แล้ว

    DOES a UV sterilizer help with Nitrate levels?

  • @Slimboulslim
    @Slimboulslim 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're so good at what you do . I'm gonna call you AQUA MAN. because you're WAY to helpful and informative in 40 seconds than anyone in 1hr. Lol. Thank you.

  • @kinantiayu5683
    @kinantiayu5683 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Kev great vid! Beginner here with 20 gallon goldfish tank with 2 goldfish inside. New tank and its been 3 weeks dose with prime and stability every day, ammonia level safe now but nitrate nitrite still very high even after 70% and 30% water change.
    No plant and sand inside the tank.
    What should i do? Need your advice. Thanks

  • @Emaqualife
    @Emaqualife 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for infos 😇

  • @madbear4903
    @madbear4903 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's a good plant to use for a first time planted tank? In order to keep the water changes down to something like 25% per week?

  • @Ladfan310
    @Ladfan310 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I never knew Albert Pujols was so informative about fish tanks

  • @raul534
    @raul534 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nah my man, you HAVE to do more videos, you the truth.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol thank you bro! I’ll keep pumpin them out as fast I can 😊💪

  • @faye8968
    @faye8968 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My nitrate and nitrite were too high. But my ammonia was about .25 to .50 ppm. So i changed the water and added prime and water conditioner. I just bought the stability yesterday. So, can i still be able to add stability right now to do fast cycle?

  • @TacticalJackalope
    @TacticalJackalope 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have a no nonsense and straight to the point channel. You also have a great personality for this kind of work. I'd love to see you do a collab with Prime Time Aquatics or KG Tropicals!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you bro, maybe one day they'll acknowledge my existence, lol right now im a tiny pebble in their huge pond 😊

    • @TacticalJackalope
      @TacticalJackalope 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KaveManAquatics I'm going to meet Jason in a few weeks at Aquashella in Dallas. I will make sure I bring your channel up.:)

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL, Thanks! 💪