The Journal
Field notes from YoloLife: species we keep, tanks we build, and the routines that keep them healthy.
How to Acclimate Aquarium Fish After Delivery
Prepare the aquarium before delivery, follow the seller’s species-specific instructions, avoid sudden changes and monitor new fish after introduction.
Is Dubai Tap Water Safe for Fish? What's Actually In It, and What To Do About It
Yes — with a dechlorinator, every time. But "safe" is the wrong question. UAE tap water is desalinated seawater that has been remineralised, which makes it hard, alkaline,...
How to Cool an Aquarium in a UAE Summer: Fans, Chillers and the Oxygen Problem
Your tank is at 31 °C and the fish are at the surface. The problem is usually not the heat itself — it is the oxygen the heat...
What Do I Need for a Fish Tank? A Beginner Setup Checklist
A practical freshwater aquarium checklist that separates essential equipment from species-dependent and optional extras—so the tank is ready before the fish arrive.
Best Beginner Fish for a UAE Aquarium: What Actually Survives Your First Year
Most beginner fish lists are written for soft, cool water. UAE tap water is hard, alkaline and warm — which is why neon tetras keep dying and guppies...
What Size Fish Tank Should I Get? A Fish-First Guide
Choose the right fish tank by adult size, swimming space, group needs and your room—not litres alone. A practical guide for beginners in Dubai.