There is probably nothing more disheartening for a pond owner than to find prized and nurtured koi, goldfish, minnow and other pond fish dead in the water. This phenomenon is often associated with high or heavy rainfall and cloudy periods. It’s not common to see pond fish dead after heavy rain but it also happens. …
Low maintenance, hardy, and attractively looking, Java moss is one of the most popular aquatic plants among aquarium enthusiasts. Suitable for tanks of all types, shapes, and sizes, this plant is one of the favorites when it comes to Aquascaping. But, Java Moss’s usefulness goes beyond mere aesthetics. It benefits the aquarium life in numerous …
Pond care and fish keeping are all about the satisfaction and enjoyment of creating an authentic ecosystem. When planning and establishing your pond, you want to ensure that you do your utmost to facilitate the ideal balance of nutrients, water chemistry, plants, fish and other aquatic life. Having a pond pump to create water movement …
Anyone interested in making elaborately decorated aquariums should know about Java Fern, one of the most useful plants in aquarium decoration. Java Fern is beautiful to look at and works well alongside many different types of plants and fish. It grows slowly, which is great because that makes your aquarium require little maintenance. Faster growing …
Pond maintenance is an ongoing effort for even the most compact of ponds, so if you are a big pond owner you will be familiar with the hard work needed to create a well-balanced and thriving ecosystem. Large ponds like: Koi ponds, Fish ponds, Terrace ponds, Farm ponds, Wildlife ponds, will have special maintenance needs …
One thing that every pet owner dreads is the moment they see their beloved pet pass away. And fish owners are no different. Sometimes, they might go to sleep in the evening to find their fish dead in the morning. But why is that happening so often, why are my fish dying? One of the …
Plants are a vital part of the overall health and well-being of any freshwater home aquarium. Unfortunately, many newcomers to the hobby do not understand how to properly incorporate plants into an aquarium and what’s needed to care for them. This often leads to them asking fish forums and pet stores the question we hear …
Not all of us are blessed with a big backyard or lawn area to build a classic country style garden pond. We, less fortunate people, have to think outside the box to still be able to enjoy the benefits of a garden water feature or small pond. Thankfully, there are some very clever and ingenious …
For the average fish enthusiast, you may know that not all fish are compatible. When it comes to guppies (the small, colorful fish that are commonly purchased for tanks), they are compatible with a large number of fish species. Keep in mind that there’s nothing wrong with having a guppy-only aquarium tank. However, some owners …
A healthy fish pond environment requires plenty of oxygen. Fish need oxygen so they can breathe, and water that has oxygen gets filtered biologically. A way to test if there is enough oxygen in your fish pond is to pay attention to signs that might give clues to problems involving lack of oxygen. Read on …
Guppies are one of the most popular tropical aquarium fish and are known for their low maintenance and hardiness. These freshwater aquarium fish make the perfect tank mate with other small to medium freshwater fish, making them an excellent choice to a fish enthusiast’s aquarium. Guppies are widely available and come in fantastic colors, giving …
When water levels appear to have dropped, it may be tempting to top up your pond with water straight out of the faucet, but you need to ensure that you take care of the water you use for pond water changes and top-ups. Though it is easy to add untreated water to your pond, the …
To maintain a thriving marine or reef aquarium, you need to be sure that the species you include will rub along together. Reef safety simply groups species that are likely to be able to dwell together peaceably so you can select your tank mates with the reassurance that no-one is going to be skewered or …
Feeding is a critical part of achieving the successful care of a Copperbanded Butterflyfish. Known in the hobby as one of the most tricky fish to feed and maintain a healthy and balanced diet it’s no wonder people ask the question ‘ What makes a good Copperband Butterflyfish diet?‘ constantly if fish forums and in …
Creating a tank community is all about the balance of size, form, character, and disposition of the species you choose to select. An excellent pick, especially for the experienced aquarist, is the inimitable Copperband Butterflyfish. This distinctive tropical reef-dweller is carnivorous and may be partial to your shrimp, but is generally considered reef-safe and a …
This stunning and very unique saltwater aquarium fish is a much sort after species for any saltwater aquarium enthusiast. However, these fish do command a high price so we are often asked: “How long do Powder Blue Tangs live, and what is the Powder Blue Tang lifespan? How long do Powder Blue Tangs Live? When …
Saltwater fish, Aquariums and invertebrates are a big investment and you want to be sure that your reef tank will be a thriving ecosystem rather than a disaster zone. If you are considering the introduction of a Powder Blue Tang in your aquarium, reef safety provides added reassurance that this Tang will get along well. …
If you are thinking of introducing a vivid and vivacious Powder Blue Tang to your tank, you will need to brace yourself for the hard work of feeding and maintaining tank conditions for this fish which carries a hard to shift reputation for being ‘fussy’. A Powder Blue Tang diet can and must have a …
Despite their exquisite coloring and distinctive features, Powder Blue Tangs have earned themselves a reputation for being difficult and aggressive tank mates. But are powder blue tangs aggressive all the time and with every fish? Powder Blue Tangs are they Aggressive? This species is aggressive by nature and especially when feeding. It can be extremely …
There are many ways of injecting personality into your tank’s community, but the introduction of a Powder Blue Tang is certainly not for the faint-hearted. These characterful fish with highly recognizable blue coloration, yellow dorsal fin, and razor-sharp spine, will rapidly want to establish themselves as the boss, so introducing them into your marine aquarium …