*Take the conversation to our Facebook Group! Many Aquarium Co-Op team members are active there during their work days and can answer questions. Plus, you can talk with other hobbyists in our community. Post pictures and videos to show us what you've been up to. 🙂* facebook.com/groups/AquariumGroupSupport/

@nathananderton8546

8 ай бұрын

Seems like you test your fish products way more rigorously than some corporations test their biologics; just saying...

@t3dwards13

8 ай бұрын

I personally love the "behind the scenes" talk of business, partners,& the evolution of a new product! Please don't change for haters and trolls. I also can't wait for those tubes to be launched! I've had a couple of ziss stones clog on me before.

@emeryz10

8 ай бұрын

I’m so happy you had that great idea for a camera angle. There’s also a magnetic one that fits as a necklace under the shirt so the other magnetic side sits on your chest

@seekingthetruth9896

8 ай бұрын

Will the air collar be available by itself?

@ernapichry7429

8 ай бұрын

Hello am from Belgium . My tank from204 l is over, with corry doras fish 6 a7 baby 's y need help. 6'or 7 what kan a do with the fish

I feel like anyone who says negative nasty comments to Cory really needs to get their life together. The amount of resources that he’s made available for free between the channel and the company website is amazing all with no actual expectation that you buy anything. I’ve learned so much in the short time I’ve been keeping fish thanks to Cory!

@harryfp1494

8 ай бұрын

There always going to be negative people and comments . This is one of the best looking fish rooms on KZread as far as looks I think it could use a ton more racks but that’s just what we’re used to

@christopherali2828

8 ай бұрын

Ne needs to stop reading comments and have someone do it for him. He's too good of a person, and they affect him too harshly. No matter what you do, people are going to be negative in the comments. People suck.

@LauraLizSmith

8 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree

@markfranklin8831

8 ай бұрын

Completely agree 💯

@crazysithslave

8 ай бұрын

Who's saying bad things?

I'm glad your business partner is on the way to recovery . As an ER and OR nurse, strokes are very scary for patients and families. I think you're representing REAL life. No one ever knows when or what kind of life circumstance will hit. Just have to do what you can. I think your fish room is awesome.

My favorite part about Aquarium Co op is the honesty, good and bad. It is nice to see you back in the fish room. Business can easily conquer all of your time.

bro what how do people hate on you cause of your fish room having algae if anything it makes me feel better because all i see on social media is peoples crystal clear tanks and it makes me feel like im doing something wrong. thank you for being real Cory you have been and still are the gem of the fish community

Cory, you’re my FAVORITE fish guy, & I’m sure a lot of people would agree with me. Don’t listen to the naysayers.

My tanks are a good indicator of my mental health. If they look like a mess, I'm probably a mess. It's a good thing that taking the time to get them back in shape helps me get back in shape.

@adamofathens

8 ай бұрын

Same with me, thanks for speaking up

I'm also glad your business partner is on the way to recovery, as this is the main thing. Please don't take on board too many negative comments, as your videos are both really helpful and interesting to the majority of us. Just do what you want to do, as overall you are doing great.

Thank you Cory for being able to take the time to make these special videos for fish nerds like me.

Awww, this feels like an old school Cory Co Op video and I am here for it. Of course tanks get out of shape, especially when you have 40 of them! What I noticed was that the fish looked healthy, and clearly that's what's most important. While algae may be ugly, it isn't necessarily bad for the fish. As long as the water quality is good and the food is good, the fish are happy 🐟

Thanks so much for this video! I have an overstocked 37 gallon guppy tank. It has black beard algae that ebbs and flows with poop water. My plants have been choked by both algae and poop water. Lol. So I'm always trying to figure out how to fix this...lol Your videos are great because they are so educational. Not only do they provide great examples of the subject, you provide a foundation of thought. You're a very good teacher. Trolls are usually jealous, and they should be! You're a master, and they are not. ❤

So glad to hear the business partner is improving! I need good news for someone and this helps!

Cory, you are a Rockstar!!! As you know haters love to hate! Lol Wonderful Steve is better and you are back!!💚 ✌️🌿

Glad to hear that your business partner is doing better. Personally, I enjoy hearing about the development process and entire system from creativity to production through failure to success. Without innovation, we wouldn’t have nice and cool things in the hobby. As a hobbyist, I vote with my money and I buy from Aquarium coop knowing that while the products are produced overseas, the quality control is strictly enforced by people that know what the consumer wants. Take the battery air pump for example- it was a fiasco, but the COOP came through and made it work. I support companies that work hard and take pride in their work provide quality products. Keep it up Corey (and the team)

Glad to hear the partner is doing better, and that you were able to be there. I really appreciate videos like this where we just watch your hobby. I’ve recently had a lot going on with a family member having surgery, kids went back to school, and my other commitments needing my time. With all of that my aquariums and ponds didn’t get the attention I wanted to give them. Thankfully everyone is doing great both outside and inside the aquariums and I’m starting to play around with my wet pets again. Thanks for the encouragement!

@scruffycitymitch3585

8 ай бұрын

Oh, and I need that uplift system! Bravo ACO!

@arcedavida

8 ай бұрын

Dipping your lights in the water is a hell of a promotion lol

Indeed, I buy products from Aquariumcoop because I want to be loyal to a company that has helped me learn so much through Cory's excellent youtubes. Loyalty to proven companies is what free enterprise is all about. I have had aquariums since the 4th grade (I am 65). I have two planted aquariums and a pondie/swampie thing. It is all one big ongoing experiment through which I continue to learn after all these years. Thank You Cory!

I don't comment much on your videos but have always loved watching them, I think you are one of the most genuine people in the hobby, I hope your mate gets well and yes people need to know that people that produce these videos actually have lives and day to day problems but are still willing to take the time to share these videos, I'm my self like the fact that you show it how it is as all of us have these challenges with aquariums and ponds from time to time because things get in the way but it's not the end of the world and they can be fixed with a little elbow grease, keep up the good work your an inspiration mate! 🙂

Thanks so much for this. I've been "neglecting" my tanks for a couple of months due to life stress, and I was feeling some shame about it. It's good to hear validation and see that there is a way back from it. I'm also trying to change the narrative in my head; yeah, I let my tanks get fonky, but I ALSO created self-sustaining ecosystems that can grow and thrive without maintenance.

If you really want to blast the water faster from the sponge filter tubing to get faster flow, you can make the outlet at the top smaller than the inlet at the bottom. It’s like when you hold a garden hose at the end and block part of the hole with your finger to make the water flow faster. If the water is flowing at a steady constant rate, then if you decrease the cross-sectional size of the outlet hole that they exit compared to the inlet hole where the water enters, then the water has to exit faster to make enough room for the new water coming in.

As busy as you have become over the years you honestly might need to find a trustworthy Employee to to put some hours into the the fish room to get where you want it. Best wishes to your business partner. Thanks for the update!

@AquariumCoop

8 ай бұрын

It’s on the todo list. Have tried that 3 times in the past so far

@Salty4Reel

8 ай бұрын

@@AquariumCoop I would imagine that list is pretty long about now. I bet the CEO of spectrum brands doesn’t have a fish room. 😎 🤙

All the prayers to your business partner for quick recovery. Glad to know he is doing better. As for the algae, it comes and goes and it's not a big deal at all...we all have algae in our tanks..

Glad to hear you could be there for your friend, business partner. Family and Friends are what matter most.

So I’m loving the new upgrade to the sponge filter!!

Really enjoyed this video. Do my tanks always looks thebway I'd like? No. Am I embarrassed about? No. I have kids (too young to help yet) and work etc. I work on the when I can and keep the fish happy and fed. Great to hear your partner is improving too.

Golly, your friend has had it so hard . Glad they are doing better!

Fish are tougher than we think. My Mom had a heath crisis and I was out of state for all of June. Thank God and good doctors and nurses, she recovered. I had my fish fed once a week and I only lost a couple of fish over a total of 17 tanks. I was counting on the algae to help keep my water clean. I ended up with algae in all my tanks except the ones with pathos growing out of the top of the tanks. I believe the algae helped to keep my water balanced and clear of nitrates. That and the duck weed! Toss Lady Bird a clam and tell her Ginger sent it! I love seeing her, esp. since I remember when you got her. I am happy to hear your partner is doing better. I'm sure he has a long way to go to get back to "normal". Having your support went a long way in helping him on his journey. I know me staying with my Mom 100% helped her recover faster.

I like hearing about the invention/production side of the hobby and your business

This is BRILLIANT! If Cory isn't stressed out and says it takes time to get the hang of whatever tank-fish-plant combo, in what part of my house, this time of year, this now where I am in my life, and outside things happening... then I won't panic either. Great relief. It's ok for nature to be nature. I have to watch, listen, think, seek advice and do whatever works for me - to give my tank it's best chance to work with nature, not against it. Thank You.

Cory as a RPP of yours, a tiny shop compared to most, I am amazed at what you are able to get done. The amount of content you are able to generate on top of doing your own personal fish room like this speaks volumes. The haters will always hate on greatness, and the highlights of how to handle a tank that has been neglected is in my view very important. MOST people in the hobby run into times like this for way less in terms of tanks at home etc. Life keeps us busy but when you love what you're doing you get it done! Live stock seem to be flourishing in your fish room, so that is the key benchmark to take note of. Keep doing what you're doing, you are one of the handful of key players improving this hobby for everyone!

So glad your business partner is doing better. Great video. I love the long fin Neons!!

Great video Cory, I’m glad that you pointed out the tank with the Val jungle is mostly algae free. That’s the power of having a large plant mass in the tank!

I like how Cory shows real life fish problems and how to fix them! Thank you for sharing the algae problems!

I have been watching for 8+ years and can say you are probably the best algae farmer on KZread.

Thank you for everything you do for your friends and family as well as professionally. It is upsetting to hear that people are so rude. As for your fish room, I love it. Thank you for being willing to share the reality of fish keeping. Your fish/turtles/inverts are all healthy. That's what truly matters.

I stopped worrying about algae. I just clean any display surfaces. But as far as algae itself is concerned. I don’t worry about it until it becomes a problem, in which case I reach my hand in and pull out any excessive algae growth. Some of it is actually very cool looking.

@dudeanderson2401

8 ай бұрын

I've seen some beautiful hair algae carpets haha.

@scotmcpherson

8 ай бұрын

@@dudeanderson2401 I have this one clump of algae that looks like a miniature version of java moss.

That grabber is such a great hack for getting stuff (in this case algae) out of tanks. Always so interesting to hear about the business and product development. Thanks for sharing with us!

I appreciate the video Corey. I had to go away for two weeks with work and then got sick for another week so now my fish room is looking much like yours. I much prefer seeing the "real" struggles of keeping a fish room rather than seeing something that is completely manicured by a team of people and unrealistic.

Love these longer chilled style videos! I think you could do some business-y style content, maybe talking about the product developments in more detail? I think it would be interesting. Also, I hope you’re okay Cory! It’s hard and horrible dealing with sick loved ones in the hospital. Great news that things are looking up, just make sure to look after yourself too!

Thank you, Cory! You already do have the best aquarium library. Also, your finned friends look happy! Don't sweat the algae! As long as your wet pets are enjoying their lives, you're doing well.

Ha, a pattern of workaholic. I get it. Cory, trust the positive comments: it’s insane how much you do, and if your tanks aren’t perfect, they’re still impressive. Especially considering how busy you are with other things. I love your point about the plant to algae ratio. My tank is a jungle and the glass stays pretty much crystal clear apart from some wild limpets that established in there. It’s almost more of a plant tank than a fish tank.

The sponge filter and the parts of it : especially the tube that has a curve on top looks like Dean's muckbucket indoor pond. Nice to see those effort and investments that you put in. Hope to see you achieve your goals and be happy. BEST OF LUCK.

Thank you for making this video. This year has been hell so my fish tank has suffered. I appreciate the real look into another fish room when you have to step away.

Haters gonna hate. I can’t imagine being as busy as you are and having time to keep up in all this. You’re doing your best! Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge and advice!

This is what I love about cory, he shows us the ugly, the beauty of keeping aquariums. I love this kind of video, which makes him look like us even tho he knows way more than us or at least more than me, lol.

I agree with the power of plants keeps your tank clean my tanganyika cichlid tank with only a bit of val in the back gets a good amount of algae but my 10 gallon fully planted guppy tank stays super clean all the time and I only do a 20-30% water change every 2 weeks, I don't scrub the glass and ive never even cleaned the sponge filter yet and its been like 4 months.

But as a successful and exciting businessman AND a *nerm*, we get so much info about the industry and what conversations are being held in the industry, from big corporations to low-effort hobbyists. Thanks for teaching us. Whenever you do go into "sell mode", you seem aware of it and you keep it succinct. Thanks as always to you and the team

Love these fishroom updates

I really enjoyed hat cam, and 'real talk' at the end!

Cory you have helped me a ton dont listen to the haters..my dad was always into the hobby and i remember going to fish stores non stop with him.Now that i have a daughter and with his passing i found it fitting to start back up with his smaller 29 gallon your vidoes have helped my tank flourish thank you

I am SO happy to hear your friend is better! Oh my goodness, that’s scary! Algae vs. a human..?! Not a question of prioritization!! As for the tanks, goodness, they take work?! I NEVER knew…! 😅 HUGE thanks for showing us your tanks, & for your unflappable attitude. You’re not concerned, never intimated things were beyond repair. I had to set-up a new tank to separate an aggressive fish who killed one/was attacking another of my oldest & favorite water puppies. That new tank looks awful w/ algae, & after losing one of my pets, barely saving the other after 6-weeks of treatments, the new algae-issue was discouraging. And frankly, because of all that and my OWN suddenly-busy life, I’ve NOT been watching you & my other aquatic-favorites. That can be MORE discouraging. So your video is timely…& I do like the filter modifications. Will be watching for that retro-fit!

Absolutely loved Cory's nerite snail eating impression

Of all the fish people out there, you do have the best personality, I enjoy watching you.

Really glad your friend is doing much better! Sending well wishes for him and some prayers 🙏. I’ve learned so much from you since finding you a your channel yrs ago! I can’t thank you enough for being Real and showing the real sides of this hobby/business no matter how much ppl hate or complain about things. Clearly you’re doing dam near everything right. 🤙🏼💯👏😎 I def wish I was in your shoes, that’s my dream. If I can be half as good as you in life that’s a win for me. Thanks Corey Aquarium co-op.

You're a good friend to your business partner! I'm sure your presence meant the world to him.❤

Had a bout of depression after my heater cooked my fish and shrimp in the summer and not done anything with my tanks since. But today is different. Today I did a waterchange and ordered a new heater. Thankyou Cory because seeing your fish room inspires me 😊

@AquariumCoop

6 ай бұрын

Welcome back. I've been there. Sometimes what you need is that reset, and having run fixing the mess ;)

I used to use the razor on glass holding the razor in a net that lost its handle. Most of what I scraped off would get caught by the net and I could fish it out ever few runs. Glad to hear updates on your business partner. None of the great success matters if you don't have anyone to enjoy it with.

I actually love seeing this. Very validating for many. I’ve gone through periods of illness, stress, kids, depression and my bottom line is water changes, food, and lights. No testing, no filter cleaning, no glass cleaning, no ferts, or no vacuuming. All I can do is keep them alive and healthy. Not perfect but good enough. I hope your partner has a speedy recovery!

Love the channel man. I got a 10 gallon with a betta and its heavily planted. I know my limits and that 10 gal is it. Love my little tank, I enjoy looking at your collection

Love the videos like the good old days! Just you being a fish bro and dropping knowledge bombs.

Algae is actually great for growing fish faster as it acts as a constant source of food that doesn't produce ammonia and actually filters the water.

You truly lead by example Cory. You could easily get defensive, snarky, snide, etc, but you seem to always stay above it. Best wishes to your business partner and his family, and thank you for being the role model we all need in these times.

I am very glad to hear your friend is doing better. Also glad to hear that you could be with your friend during this very difficult time. Cory, let all the negative crap go. You don't need to concern yourself with it right now. You were where you needed to be. That is what is important! Life gets in the way sometimes. If people can't understand that, or what you and your partner are going thru then they have the problem. Not you! Will continue to pray for you and your loved ones.

Love the "how did you get here" story. 10/10.

I love you aquarium co-op! Thank you for everything, innovation, acceptance, and well being. For the fish and us ❤️‍🔥

I like watching your process with inventing stuff and also when you talk about your business process. I hope your partner recovers fully.

You're so awesome Cory!

I'm looking forward to the new products! Thanks for all the updates!

Love your information! Love your “crap”! Thank you for all the time you give to us, but more importantly to your family and friend. Thats a good way to live life.

Awesome video! Thanks for everything coop.

Glad your friend is doing better...what a story he has to tell ❤❤

I really enjoy the transparency with these fish videos and how not all tanks are beautiful and pristine like some other aquarists show online. I always have algae problems (like I’m sure most of us do) so I love all of your tips and tricks to deal with it.

Thanks Cory. Enjoyed this video. I love supporting ACO. Appreciate you and your team

As someone who appreciates good design, this is my favorite type of content lol

I love learning about your product designs!! I'm a graphic designer so I really enjoy hearing the story of the products and the evolution of them.

Always enjoy watching your setups.

Excellent update. I am thrilled that your business partners health is moving in the right direction.

Blessings to your friend for healing and to you Cory

Love you Cory! I’ll be praying for the both of you. Thank you for always being you and making this hobby enjoyable. Your a good man with a good heart.

I love the story on how ideas come along cory.

Great job on the cleanup!

This is fishkeeping at its best!

Thanks for keeping it real, Cory! Glad to hear your partner's doing better. I imagine it'd be real easy to doctor your videos such that everything looks perfect. The idea of "balance" is so important. I've only been in the hobby for 18 months, but I'm fully immersed. That's one of the biggest lessons. I reset a tank early on, but struggling with one has been much more helpful in learning how to fix problems long-term.

Keep up the awesomeness cory! Your doing great stuff!

Even algae covered, I am so (green!) with envy. Thanks for what you do.

Thank you Cory ❤

I love the comparison in tanks vs algae, great video!

What a great video! Thanks Cory. I love seeing your fish room and when you show us how you work in it is the best! I love the head camera thing, I find it gives us a really good view. I'm very sorry to hear for you friend. What an ordeal for him and everybody around him. I hope he is better and continues to improve. You're a very good friend to have.

I always appreciate everything you take the time to put out. Thanks Cory!

Love your content Cory! Good. Bad. Its a learning experience. Thanks.

Thanks for sharing your journey with us Cory you really inspire me to enjoy nature daily ❤

Hey there, great to hear that your partner is improving! And also fun to see you in the fish room, it’s valuable to see how to handle things in the Fishroom when life gets crazy. No negative vibes! Much love and support. The Trout Goodeids look amazing!! 💜

Ok, I am SUPER excited about this

Love the coop! You have great leaders in place and I enjoy hearing about day Cory. Until next time!

Im glad you are able to come back to the hobby side and enjoy what we all love. Im going to go clean up some algae now too!

These look awesome, and you included them with the sponge filters I just ordered. Really appreciate it. Perfect for what I needed for a couple nano tanks. I've been trying to find a product that did exactly this, and didn't even know it existed until I bought your sponge filters. I always knew and usually followed, the idea that, buy it once. Quality of a product is understated in most industries. Trying to get into fish keeping, I definitely cut corners, and I've found myself replacing those items over the last year and a half. Most of the replacements have been your products, and I don't regret any of them so far. The coarse sponges alone changed a ton of the labor involved in cleaning the tanks.

Great video Cory. Your livestreams and videos have given me so much education and helped build my passion for the hobby

Dan's fish did a video an algae eating race between Amano shrimp, Florida flag fish, and the green leaf algae eating shrimp. And it was the Green Leaf algae eating shrimp that won. They love hair algea!

Glad to hear your friend is getting better. That sounded like a very scary situation. I always like to see imperfect fish rooms. My tanks look a bit disheveled too, but I kind of like it that way, I think it looks more natural. Really as long as the fish are happy & healthy everything is good.

Shout out to Cory for all the great content and keeping it real 💪

Love your fishroom videos