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๐ Beginner's Essential Kit
New Aquarium Setup Checklist
Perfect for: First-time aquarium owners
A step-by-step checklist covering everything you need before bringing your first fish home. Includes equipment list, cycling process, and initial stocking guidelines.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 8
- File Size: 2.1 MB
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Fish Compatibility Chart
Perfect for: Community tank planning
Visual guide showing which fish species can safely coexist. Organized by temperament, water parameters, and tank size requirements. Online reading: compatible fish group for beginners.
- Format: PDF (printable)
- Pages: 4
- File Size: 111 KB
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- Updated: 25 Nov. 2025
Aquarium Cycling Log
Perfect for: Tracking your nitrogen cycle
Track ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels during the critical cycling period. Includes troubleshooting tips and target parameters.
- Format: PDF (printable)
- Pages: 2
- File Size: 850 KB
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๐ฟ Maintenance & Care Tools
Weekly Maintenance Checklist
Perfect for: Routine aquarium care
Never miss essential maintenance tasks. Includes daily, weekly, and monthly care activities with space for notes.
- Format: PDF (printable)
- Pages: 3
- File Size: 1.2 MB
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Water Parameter Log Sheet
Perfect for: Monitoring water quality
Track pH, temperature, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, hardness, and more over time. Spot trends before problems develop.
- Format: PDF & Excel
- File Size: PDF 950 KB / Excel 180 KB
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Fish Feeding Schedule Template
Perfect for: Preventing overfeeding
Customizable feeding schedule with portion guidelines for different species. Includes vacation feeding prep checklist.
- Format: PDF (editable)
- Pages: 2
- File Size: 780 KB
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Planted Tank Fertilization Calendar
Perfect for: Aquascapers
Track your dosing schedule for macronutrients, micronutrients, and CO2. Includes plant growth observations log.
- Format: PDF & Excel
- File Size: PDF 1.1 MB / Excel 220 KB
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๐ฌ Advanced Guides
Complete Guide to Aquarium Plant Care
Perfect for: Growing healthy aquatic plants
Comprehensive 25-page guide covering lighting, substrates, fertilization, CO2 injection, algae control, and troubleshooting.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 25
- File Size: 4.5 MB
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DIY Aquarium Projects Guide
Perfect for: Hobbyists who love to build
Instructions for building your own sump, breeding box, automatic feeder, and background. Includes materials lists and diagrams.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 18
- File Size: 3.8 MB
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Fish Disease Identification & Treatment Guide
Perfect for: Emergency reference
Visual guide to common fish diseases with symptoms, causes, and treatment protocols. Includes quarantine setup instructions.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 22
- File Size: 5.2 MB
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๐ฏ Specialty Resources
Betta Fish Care Guide
Perfect for: Betta keepers
Everything you need to know about betta care, including tank requirements, feeding, breeding, and common health issues.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 12
- File Size: 2.9 MB
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Saltwater Aquarium Conversion Guide
Perfect for: Transitioning from freshwater
Step-by-step guide for converting to saltwater or starting your first marine tank. Includes equipment differences and cycling process.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 16
- File Size: 3.6 MB
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Shrimp Keeping Handbook
Perfect for: Invertebrate enthusiasts
Complete guide to keeping freshwater shrimp, including popular species, breeding, water parameters, and tank mates.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 14
- File Size: 3.2 MB
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Aquascaping Design Principles
Perfect for: Creating stunning layouts
Learn professional aquascaping techniques including golden ratio, focal points, and plant placement. Includes layout templates.
- Format: PDF
- Pages: 20
- File Size: 6.8 MB
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๐ Calculators & Tools
Aquarium Volume Calculator
Perfect for: Accurate water calculations
Calculate your exact tank volume for irregular shapes and bow-front aquariums. Essential for medication and fertilizer dosing.
- Format: Excel
- File Size: 95 KB
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Stocking Level Calculator
Perfect for: Avoiding overcrowding
Determine how many fish your tank can safely support based on bioload, not just gallons per inch rule.
- Format: Excel
- File Size: 120 KB
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Dosing Calculator
Perfect for: Fertilizers and medications
Calculate precise dosing amounts for your tank volume. Includes common fertilizers and medications.
- Format: Excel
- File Size: 145 KB
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๐จ Printable Wall Charts
Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle Poster
Perfect for: Education and reference
Full-color infographic explaining the nitrogen cycle. Great for home or classroom use.
- Format: PDF (11×17 print-ready)
- File Size: 2.4 MB
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Fish Anatomy Chart
Perfect for: Understanding fish health
Detailed diagram showing fish anatomy with labels. Useful for identifying disease locations.
- Format: PDF (8.5×11 printable)
- File Size: 1.6 MB
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๐ก Using These Resources
All downloads are completely free and yours to keep. You may:
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- โ Share with fellow aquarium hobbyists
- โ Use in educational settings (with attribution)
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- โ Resell or redistribute these materials
- โ Claim authorship of Aqualista content
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โ ๏ธ Disclaimer
These resources are provided for educational purposes. While we strive for accuracy, aquarium keeping involves many variables. Always research multiple sources and consider your specific situation. Aqualista is not responsible for outcomes resulting from use of these materials.
For fish health emergencies, consult with a veterinarian specializing in aquatic animals.
๐ Resource Updates
Last Updated: November 2025
Total Resources: 24 downloads
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