Prime Time Aquatics

Prime Time Aquatics

@primetimeaquatics

This channel is dedicated to those who love fresh water fish and invertebrates. We cover how to care for and breed fish, product reviews, general fish room updates and information, as well as, best practices in fish keeping.

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Otocinclus & Clown Plecos: Best Algae Eaters!
YouTubeOct 28, 2026
Mesmerizing Gold Tetras & Furcata Rainbows for Your 20 Gallon
YouTubeOct 27, 2026
What We Can Learn From These High-Tech Planted Tanks!
YouTubeOct 27, 2026
Guppy Tank Setup: Breeding Livebearers Easily
YouTubeOct 26, 2026
The Perfect HOB Filter Does Not Exist...But it Could!
YouTubeOct 25, 2026
Best Cleanup Crew Fish For Your 20 Gallon Tank
YouTubeOct 24, 2026
Best Centerpiece Fish for 20 Gallon Tanks: Rams & Kribs
YouTubeOct 23, 2026
[LIVE] How Often Should You Test Your Aquarium Water? & Fish Q&A!
YouTubeOct 22, 2026
Amazing Aquarium Fish: Java Rice & Tiger Lima Revealed!
YouTubeOct 22, 2026
Vieja Synspilum: Amazing Aquarium Fish Revealed!
YouTubeOct 21, 2026
Top 5 Amazing Fish You MUST See!
YouTubeOct 20, 2026
The Ultimate Florida Fish Store! (Hidden Breeding Room & Aquascape Gallery)
YouTubeOct 20, 2026
Stunning Red Spot Gold Severum: My Favorite Fish!
YouTubeOct 19, 2026
10 Things Every Fish-Keeper Should Know About Cichlids
YouTubeOct 18, 2026
Geophagus Altifrons: Our Favorite Fish in the Tank!
YouTubeOct 17, 2026
Amazing Vieja Fish: 12 Inch Beauties for Your Tank!
YouTubeOct 16, 2026
[LIVE] Dwarf Cichlids Everyone Should Try at Least Once? GIveaway & Fish Q&A!
YouTubeOct 15, 2026
Tiny Cichlids! Small Tanks, Big Colors Apistos & Rams!
YouTubeOct 15, 2026
Wild Apistos vs Tank Bred: The Cost and Beauty Revealed!
YouTubeOct 14, 2026
He 3D Printed His Way to a Better Fish Room! (Here’s How)
YouTubeOct 13, 2026
Discover AMAZING Aquarium Fish Varieties You NEVER Knew!
YouTubeOct 13, 2026
Cichlids That WON'T Destroy Your Plants & Dig Them Up!
YouTubeOct 12, 2026
Guppies vs Endlers: Which One is Better?
YouTubeOct 11, 2026
Aquarium Secrets: Fish Varieties & Easy Care Rams!
YouTubeOct 10, 2026
Apistogramma and Rams: Perfect for Community Tanks!
YouTubeOct 9, 2026
[LIVE] What is The BEST Type of Fish Food? GIveaway & Fish Q&A!
YouTubeOct 8, 2026
Amazing Aquarium Life Rams, Apistos & More!
YouTubeOct 8, 2026
Shrimp vs Mystery Snails: Which is More Active
YouTubeOct 7, 2026
Shrimp vs Mystery Snails: Which is EASIER to Breed
YouTubeOct 6, 2026
Shrimp vs Mystery Snails: Best Algae Eaters for Your Tank
YouTubeOct 5, 2026
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A Trip Through a Time Capsule: Rare Finds at a Vintage Fish Emporium
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A Trip Through a Time Capsule: Rare Finds at a Vintage Fish Emporium

We took a deep dive into a Green Bay, WI vintage store, and the sheer density of rare fish and classic setups was breathtaking.

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Beyond the Leak: Structural Integrity in Your Fish Habitat
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Beyond the Leak: Structural Integrity in Your Fish Habitat

Before you even worry about the nitrogen cycle or the perfect fry count, let's talk structural integrity. A failing tank is a stressor no hobbyist needs.

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Beyond the Water Change: Finding True Color in Your Fishroom
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Beyond the Water Change: Finding True Color in Your Fishroom

If the constant cycle of water changes feels like a Sisyphean task, it's time to look at the sustainable beauty of vibrant community fish.

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Schooling Wonders: Keeping Your Community Tank Stable with Brilliant Green Rasboras
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Schooling Wonders: Keeping Your Community Tank Stable with Brilliant Green Rasboras

Thinking about adding more peaceful schooling fish? We dive into the care, compatibility, and low-maintenance appeal of the Brilliant Green Rasbora.

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Yellow Gold Standard: Brightening Up Your Fish Tank Without the Water Change Grind
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Yellow Gold Standard: Brightening Up Your Fish Tank Without the Water Change Grind

Looking to add a pop of vibrant yellow to your planted tank or cichlid display? We dive into some brilliant yellow options, all while keeping the focus on sustainable, low-maintenance setups.

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Taming the Cichlid Temperament: A Look at Kribensis Care
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Taming the Cichlid Temperament: A Look at Kribensis Care

Thinking about adding some vibrant, manageable cichlids to your setup? We dive into the Kribensis, discussing their compatibility and ideal parameters.

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When the Water Change Becomes the Routine: Rethinking Small Schoolyard Fishkeeping
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When the Water Change Becomes the Routine: Rethinking Small Schoolyard Fishkeeping

If your current fishkeeping routine revolves around a constant cycle of water changes, it might be time to explore the sustainable elegance of aquaponics.

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The Lure of the Cycle: Why We Need to Look Beyond the Water Change
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The Lure of the Cycle: Why We Need to Look Beyond the Water Change

If you’ve ever felt the pull of the gravel vacuum, you know the ritual. It’s time to discuss what’s next for our aquatic stewardship.

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Platy vs. Molly: A Tale of Tank Size and Temperament
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Platy vs. Molly: A Tale of Tank Size and Temperament

Debating the merits of Platies versus Mollies? While both are colorful and fun additions, understanding their growth needs and behavioral quirks is key to happy fishkeeping.

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Centerpiece Contenders: Picking the Crown Jewel for Your Big Tank
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Centerpiece Contenders: Picking the Crown Jewel for Your Big Tank

Diving deep into centerpiece fish for large aquariums, we weigh the pros and cons of aggressive cichlids versus the stunning beauty of Discus.

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Ditching the Water Change Cycle: Fast-Growing Plants for Nitrate Control
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Ditching the Water Change Cycle: Fast-Growing Plants for Nitrate Control

Tired of the endless water change ritual? Guppy Grass is proving to be an excellent, fast-acting natural biofilter for keeping those nitrates in check.

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Thinking About Tin Foil Barbs? Let's Talk Scale and Stewardship.
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Thinking About Tin Foil Barbs? Let's Talk Scale and Stewardship.

Don't let beginner labeling fool you; these fish require serious space and management, especially when compared to sustainable systems.

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Taming the Green Hair: Siamese Algae Eater Deep Dive
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Taming the Green Hair: Siamese Algae Eater Deep Dive

If your planted tank is showing signs of Blackbeard or Green Hair algae, the SAE is a workhorse you need to know about.

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Little Giants, Big Impact: Why Ram Cichlids Deserve a Spot in Your Fishroom
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Little Giants, Big Impact: Why Ram Cichlids Deserve a Spot in Your Fishroom

Thinking about adding some vibrant centerpiece action? We dive into the merits of Bolivian and German Rams, perfect for upgrading your freshwater setup.

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Beyond the Water Change: Rethinking Filtration for Robust Ecosystems
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Beyond the Water Change: Rethinking Filtration for Robust Ecosystems

A deep dive into reliable filtration technology, proving that sometimes the best support system is one that keeps running, even when the substrate gets messy.

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Angelfish Deep Dive: Why These Beauty Fish Demand More Than Just a Simple Filter
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Angelfish Deep Dive: Why These Beauty Fish Demand More Than Just a Simple Filter

We're diving into the nuances of keeping Angelfish, discussing everything from genetics to habitat needs, and why a simple water change schedule just won't cut it.

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The Great Filter Fatigue: When Filtration Becomes High Maintenance
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The Great Filter Fatigue: When Filtration Becomes High Maintenance

We've all been there—the endless cycle of water changes. Maybe it's time to look at the underlying systems that keep our magnificent fish thriving.

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Beyond the Water Change: Why Tetra Schooling Habits are a Blueprint for Aquaponics
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Beyond the Water Change: Why Tetra Schooling Habits are a Blueprint for Aquaponics

If you're tired of the endless cycle of water changes, let's look at the schooling dynamics of Silver Tip Tetras and how they point us toward a more sustainable, self-regulating system.

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Beyond the Water Change: Rethinking Schooling Fish for the Sovereign Tank
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Beyond the Water Change: Rethinking Schooling Fish for the Sovereign Tank

If you're tired of the endless cycle of water changes, it might be time to look at resilient, schooling options like the Giant Danio.

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Keeping the Fry Happy: Why an Air-Driven Breeder Box is a Game-Changer
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Keeping the Fry Happy: Why an Air-Driven Breeder Box is a Game-Changer

If you're serious about breeding, the right fry habitat is non-negotiable. We dive into why these air-driven breeder boxes maintain perfect water parameters.

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