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Would you like to learn some interesting facts about your hobby or have a glimpse behind the scenes at JBL? Our team of experts regularly share tips, knowledge, and further information not to be found on any packaging or product. Use this opportunity to discuss and ask questions. Experience the expert team as never before.


JBL Expedition #21: Where to?

20.03.2024

What’s your suggestion for an expedition destination, where our team can carry out useful aquarium and terrarium biotope research? We’re looking for one where we don’t spend too much time getting there and back.

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Spring, sunshine, Easter and the JBL competition

10.03.2024

The joys of spring lurk just around the corner, and one of them is a particularly colourful Easter gift for all aquarium lovers. It's worth joining in!

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The JBL review: 2023 was yesterday - now it's time for 24!

01.01.2024

Before I get lost in the details, telling you what was and what will be, I would like to give you the most important buzzwords from 2023.

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PRONOVO World Tour - Visiting the armored catfish in South America

31.12.2023

Armored catfish are among the most popular fish in our aquariums. Beginners in particular like these small, lively bottom dwellers in their community aquariums. But what species are there and where do they live? Let's take a closer look at this topic.

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Altum Angelfish | WILD NATURE AQUARIUM

26.12.2023

The habitats of the altum angelfish were quite different. They were always found in Colombian blackwater rivers such as the Caño Sabanitas near Puerto Inirida or the Rio Atabapo on the border with Venezuela.

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Dive into Christmas joy: JBL's top 25 gift tips for aquarium owners 2023

14.12.2023

Christmas is just a few days away. Are you looking for a suitable gift and don't fancy pots, socks or shower gel under the Christmas tree? Neither do we.

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#jbldeal - PROCLEAN AQUA IN-OUT/EX

03.12.2023

The water change is the lifeblood of your aquarium. Not only do we have the right tools for this, we also have a #jbldeal for you that will benefit you and your fish.

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Treat yourself for Christmas with the JBL XMAS CASHBACK!

26.11.2023

The MEGA #jbldeal at Christmas. Get up to 15 % cashback.

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JBL at the Vivarium 2023

19.11.2023

Last weekend, more than 12,000 visitors strolled through the Vivarium exhibition hall. We were there too and welcomed some of the visitors to our booth.

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JBL at the aqua EXPO 2023

05.11.2023

The aqua EXPO took place from Sept 29 to Oct 1, 2023, in Dortmund, Germany. At the ZOOBOX.de booth, our experts Elias and Gary were on hand to answer questions about our products and exchange ideas about the hobby.

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The TOP Highlights of the 18 JBL Expeditions Part 3

29.10.2023

As the expedition leader, the question I’m asked most often about our expeditions is: What was the most beautiful expedition so far? And this is exactly the question that’s hardest to answer.

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The TOP Highlights of the 18 JBL Expeditions Part 2

22.10.2023

As the expedition leader, the question I’m asked most often about our expeditions is: What was the most beautiful expedition so far? And this is exactly the question that’s hardest to answer.

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The TOP Highlights of the 18 JBL Expeditions Part 1

15.10.2023

As the expedition leader, the question I’m asked most often about our expeditions is: What was the most beautiful expedition so far? And this is exactly the question that’s hardest to answer.

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JBL TV #59 Biotope Aquaristics - The fascination of natural underwater worlds with Heiko Bleher

22.09.2023

It’s hard to find anything more exciting than biotope aquaristics – recreating the real habitats of our aquarium fish. But what exactly is biotope aquaristics and what do we need to know before recreating a biotope?

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PRONOVO WORLD TRIP - Visiting the cichlids from Lake Tanganyika Part 2

17.09.2023

Let us now turn to the growth eaters from Lake Tanganyika. They are characterised by a wide, (mostly) inferior mouth equipped with lots of small teeth. With this "rasping tool", many of the endemic (only living there) cichlids have specialised in grazing the algae growth off the rocks, along with all the micro-organisms living within it.

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Take part in the JBL Beach Party competition 2023

13.09.2023

The last warm days of summer are coming to an end. Take part now and make sure of your chance to win a COOL pack for your aquarium.

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PRONOVO WORLD TRIP - Visiting the cichlids from Lake Tanganyika Part 1

10.09.2023

The cichlids from Lake Tanganyika are characterised above all by their different behavioural patterns. But what’s important when keeping them, how does their diet differ and how big an aquarium do they need? In the following article we will take a closer look at these things.

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The PUSH for the myJBL Community

05.09.2023

Hast du sie schon entdeckt? Die PUSH-Nachrichten von JBL sind jetzt da. Aber was bedeutet das überhaupt? Welche Vorteile bringt sie dir?

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JBL TV #58: Which fish and plants fit into a 100 cm aquarium?

01.09.2023

Which fish fit into a 100 cm aquarium and which fish are not suitable?

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Have you heard it yet? TROPENFIEBER - Hobby meets Nature

29.08.2023

There are seven fascinating episodes online already and each one takes you on a journey into the habitats of ornamental fish, into the deep rainforests of Colombia and into the world of indigenous peoples.

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Dauerhafter % SALE % bei JBL

20.08.2023

Alles muss raus! 30 % Rabatt auf alle Produkte in unserer neuen SALE-Kategorie

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Which fish and plants fit into a 80 cm aquarium?

13.08.2023

Which fish fit into a 80 cm aquarium and which fish are not suitable?

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Umfrage vom #jblpraktikant + Gewinnchance

31.07.2023

Ich schreibe aktuell meine Bachelorarbeit zum Thema Nachhaltigkeit und Nachhaltigkeitskommunikation und führe dazu eine Umfrage durch.

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JBL TV #56: Which fish and plants fit into a 60 cm aquarium?

21.07.2023

Which fish fit into a 60 cm aquarium and which fish are not suitable?

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JBL PRONOVO - The fish food for species-appropriate and healthy nutrition in the aquarium

09.07.2023

Prebiotic, without artificial colours, natural raw ingredients and much more. 100 % ORIGINAL JBL QUALITY. Made in Germany.

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Summer heat - But not in the aquarium, please!

02.07.2023

If you own an aquarium you’ll be asking yourself what effects the heat has on your aquarium and on your fish. We’ll tell you and explain what to do.

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JBL TV #55 JBL research expeditions - just come along! What skills do you need?

29.06.2023

Every year a new JBL expedition takes place and nature enthusiasts can join in again. But what are the requirements?

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The conservation breeding programme for goodeids

18.06.2023

Márk Liziczai, head of the conservation breeding programme for goodeids, has provided us with further exciting details about this great project, and we just have to share them with you.

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JBL TV #54 The right water temperature – all the facts about temperature in the aquarium

07.06.2023

A conversation with the chief biologist of the Sealife Centre in Speyer about issues which can arise in some water temperatures.

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Support for a special school project in Hungary

28.05.2023

In Mosonmagyaróvár, a town in Hungary, there is a high school dedicated to a very special project - a conservation breeding programme for endangered goodeid fish.

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PRONOVO WORLD TRIP - Visiting Threadfish in Asia

21.05.2023

The threadfish is a very popular and well-known aquarium fish. But where does it come from, why is it called a threadfish, what do you need to know about keeping it and what does it eat?

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Listen to TROPENFIEBER, JBL’s podcast, now

14.05.2023

Parallel to JBL TV, the myJBL blog content and the JBL Themeworlds, the podcast will offer you insights and knowledge about your hobby in a completely new way.

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JBL TV #53 How do you carry out water tests correctly and what are the most common mistakes?

11.05.2023

Water tests for aquarium water can be very important, especially when there are problems.

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JBL AquaMyths #5

07.05.2023

The AquaMyths are back and today they are looking at the following two myths: “Water changes are not necessary” and “Small aquariums make it easier to get into the hobby”?

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CASHBACK - Get a reward for your loyalty to JBL!

30.04.2023

But this is a first at JBL. We have a MEGA #jbldeal for you. Curious? It's worth taking a look!

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Cardinal tetras in the wild and in the aquarium

02.04.2023

If you want to recreate a natural "cardinal tetra" biotope in the aquarium, you have to take a tough line on aesthetics. Lots of foliage on the bottom, brown coloured water and no water plants. But there are supposedly aquarists who find beauty in this. At least that's what the original habitats look like.

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JBL launches unique "Fish Flyer" project

01.04.2023

JBL is now going a step further by addressing aquarists, terrarium owners and conservationists directly. Endangered fish species are to be reintroduced locally.

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JBL TV #51: Fish nutrition in the aquarium Part 2 - Characins, barbels, invertebrates & Co

31.03.2023

What’s important when producing food? Why aren’t there any 100 % spirulina foods?

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Saving electricity: Numbers don't lie, do they?

26.03.2023

There is a lot of talk on the internet about unplugging power supplies or devices when the appliance connected to them is not switched on (e.g. mobile phones or microwave ovens). This also applies to power supplies for LED lighting.

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Fish handling cup with handle for hanging - A useful accessory for every aquarist

24.03.2023

A fish handling cup belongs to the aquarium accessories like two fish nets and a piece of hose. It can be used in many ways, not only for catching fish.

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On your marks - filter - start! Priming problems? Let us help!

14.03.2023

Even though the operating instructions on how to use the start button of any JBL external filter are really accurate and comprehensible, JBL receives enquiries on this subject time and again.

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Perfect aquarium plant growth - very complicated or really simple?

12.03.2023

"The fish excretion in the water fertilises the plants!" This is not wrong, but it is only part of the truth!

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JBL TV #50: Fish nutrition in the aquarium Part 1 - Cichlids, bottom dwellers & community aquarium

10.03.2023

Fish nutrition is a complex issue, just as it is for us humans. But what does species-appropriate nutrition mean? Is one main food sufficient? What do our ornamental fish eat in the wild?

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Heiko Blessin guests on my-fish talking about the JBL expedition to Colombia

08.03.2023

Heiko Blessin tells you about the unforgettable journey to the exciting and beautiful land of Colombia in the latest my-fish podcast.

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A quiet and powerful air pump for lots of oxygen with 2 air connections (JBL PROSILENT a300)

03.03.2023

Diaphragm pumps, also called air pumps, pump air into the aquarium or pond. The air enters the water through air stones and thus increases the oxygen content.

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How much do aquarium fish really like PRONOVO?

26.02.2023

To answer this question, we've teamed up with our influencers! The result is a series of great videos showing you how the aquarium dwellers rush to feed on the new PRONOVO. Take a look and see for yourself!

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JBL PROSILENT a200: JBL’s quietest air pump for powerful aquarium aeration

24.02.2023

A larger water surface increases the exchange of gas and thus enables the aquarium water to absorb more oxygen from the air.

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What do substrates really look like in biotopes?

19.02.2023

Diese Geschichte endet etwas unerwartet und begann mit der Frage vom Chefredakteur der aquaristik, ob ich ihm ein paar Unterwasserbilder von den Böden verschiedener Gewässer senden könnte.

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JBL TV #49: Saving energy in the aquarium - reducing costs made easy

16.02.2023

Yes, we can make energy savings in our aquarium, but not where most people think! In this video we show exactly where and how to save electricity costs.

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Why does the wood in aquariums lie with its roots facing upwards?

12.02.2023

Have you ever noticed that in most aquariums the wooden roots are positioned with their wide ends at the bottom and the delicate roots pointing upwards? But why?

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Small diaphragm pump for the right oxygen level in the aquarium (PROAIR a50)

10.02.2023

Air pumps (also called diaphragm pumps) pump air into the aquarium or pond. The air enters the water through air stones and thus increases the oxygen content.

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Kristian Anicker as a guest on my-fish about the right nutrition for fish in the aquarium

08.02.2023

Just like us, good nutrition is important for the well-being and health of our aquarium fish.

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JBL PROAQUATEST - simple yet laboratory standard - Part II

05.02.2023

Today we’re continuing on the topic of water tests, with Part II of the blog post from 22.01.2023. Enjoy reading.

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JBL TV #48: Fish also need to breathe - measuring and increasing the oxygen content (O2)

27.01.2023

Many plants, high temperatures or the use of medicines and anti-algae agents can quickly become a problem.

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JBL PROAQUATEST - simple yet laboratory standard - Part I

22.01.2023

Aquarium water tests are similar to a blood test at the doctor's. Water tests allow you to take a look at the water composition.

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JBL PROSILENT a400: Powerful air pump with 2 connections for perfect aquarium aeration

20.01.2023

Air pumps (also called diaphragm pumps) pump air into the aquarium or pond.

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JBL Expeditions: Water analyses worldwide 2002-2019

15.01.2023

In this post we have summarised all our measured water values. From one of our first expeditions to Sri Lanka and the Maldives in 2004 to the Japan Expedition in 2019.

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How one air connection becomes two and the air is precisely regulated

13.01.2023

A practical air distributor to operate several air stones with only one air pump.

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JBL TV #47: Gardening in the aquarium - inserting plants correctly

06.01.2023

How do you plant aquarium plants correctly? Our biologist Heiko Blessin shows you how!

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How a CO2 fertiliser system works

04.01.2023

With the help of a CO2 fertiliser system you can increase the CO2 content in your aquarium water and lower the pH value. You have the choice between a "Bio-CO2" system and a CO2 fertiliser system with a pressurised gas cylinder.

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Happy New Year 2023 - The JBL SNEAK PREVIEW

01.01.2023

We wish you a Happy New Year 2023 and lots of joy with our wonderful hobbies aquaristics, terraristics and garden pond.

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Quiet but powerful diaphragm pump - for plenty of oxygen in the aquarium (JBL PROSILENT a100)

30.12.2022

Diaphragm pumps (also called air pumps) pump air into the aquarium/pond.

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JBL TV #46: Clear view in the aquarium - Getting cloudy water clear

22.12.2022

Biologist Heiko Blessin explains the causes of cloudy aquarium water and the ways to get it crystal clear again.

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Have you got the right CO2 and fertiliser content in your aquarium?

18.12.2022

It’s important to check the CO2 and fertiliser in your aquarium to make sure your plants grow the way you want them to.

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Colourful air stones for diaphragm pumps: Small but perfectly designed (ProSilent Aeras Micro S3)

16.12.2022

With the help of air stones, also called diffusers, air is transported into the aquarium by a diaphragm pump (air pump).

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Why is there the JBL PROSCAPE programme in addition to the JBL PROFLORA?

11.12.2022

There is a lot of feeding in a community aquarium and this provides a certain amount of nitrogen and phosphates. In a plant-dominated aquarium these nutrients are in short supply and need to be added separately.

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JBL TV #45: Optimum water values in the freshwater aquarium - 15 parameters explained simply

09.12.2022

Biologist Heiko Blessin explains in an easy to follow way what the individual water values mean.

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Inserting plants correctly into the aquarium

04.12.2022

Bunch, pot and in-vitro - depending on the species, there are different things to watch out for when inserting plants. We show you what to watch out for and how to insert plants correctly.

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Unobtrusive air stones for diaphragm pumps: Small but mighty (ProSilent Aeras Micro S2)

02.12.2022

Aquarium inhabitants such as fish and shrimps need oxygen. With the help of air stones, also called diffusers, air is transported into the aquarium by a diaphragm pump (air pump).

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The right fertilisation for aquarium plants

27.11.2022

You may think that a good CO2 fertiliser system means plants are fully provided for.

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