Pygmy Chain Sword is a great little aquarium plant for injecting much-needed interest and cover into the foreground of your fish tank. It is fêted by the likes of world-famous Japanese aquascaper Takashi Amano, who is known for using this little plant in surprising ways in his dramatic aquatic environments. Better still, Pygmy Chain Swordplant …
If you are thinking of making a pond to raise Koi carp, it will entail a lot of time, work, and money. But all your efforts will soon pay off if you carefully plan and consider some important factors that could affect the longevity oy your pond and fish. For instance the Minumum pond size …
From the aquatic family Araceae, Cryptocoryne Balansae is one of the most popular and long-lasting aquarium plants. It is found naturally distributed in tropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and New Guinea where it thrives in streams and large rivers. It may also be found seasonally in forest pools and on riverbanks where it only …
Commonly known as the Water Trumpet, Cryptocoryne Beckettii originated in the waters of India, New Guinea, and Sri Lanka where it grew alongside slow-moving streams and in basins. It is also now prevalent in areas of Northern America, mainly Texas, possibly due to its popularity in the aquarium trade. You will find it growing as …
We tackle the question ‘Can Goldfish eat bread?’ as it’s commonly asked. As the ‘piggies’ of the aquarium, Goldfish can, and absolutely will eat bread, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they should. After all, not all foods are suitable for every species of fish, and Goldfish are no different! Being omnivores, Goldfish can eat a …
With their neon coloration and nippy swimming, Neon Tetras are an incredibly popular aquarium addition. They are stunning when kept in larger shoals and, in general, easy to care for. Ease of care, however, doesn’t necessarily equate to the Neon Tetra being completely problem-free. In fact, they are prone to, though not more so than …
Duckweed is a fast-spreading aquatic plant that was originally used by farmers to feed their ducks and fish. There are over 40 species; 9 of which are native to North America, with Lemna Minor being the most commonly found. Because of their size, tiny, it is difficult to distinguish which species you may have, although …
Mono Argentus fish or Mono fish, Moonfish and even Fingerfish as they are often called, come from oceans and waters of Australia, Eastern Africa and throughout Southeast Asia. But are they Freshwater, Brackish or even Saltwater fish? It can be a little confusing, so let us explain in more detail. The Mono Argentus fish can …
Most fish keepers have heard of the Plecostomus, the bigger brother to the species we are about to talk about. It’s often purchased to clear unwanted algae from a home aquarium. However, most people when purchasing this fish don not understand the care needs and exactly how big they can grow. This is where its …
A 10 Gallon fish tank is the perfect size for a Child’s bedroom or a beginner to the hobby. It’s big enough to hold a small number of tropical fish, which will be enough to get you hooked on the aquatic hobby we love. We look at the best filters for a 10 gallon aquarium …
If you’ve kept fish for a number of years then I’m sure you will have experienced the sad sight of seeing one of your precious fish all dried up and dead on the floor. It’s a sad moment for any aquarist but it happens all too often. But why do they do it? Why do …
The Fluval 07 Series of aquarium filters is one of the most successful series of filters ever made scanning decades worth of small but mighty canister filters from Fluval. Like their predecessors, they incorporate power and reliability, but with an added ease of use and flexibility. As previously there are four different sizes available in …
The very question ‘do fish fart?’ cries out for a comedic line to follow it. However, though I searched, and believe me I waded through hundreds of funny and not so funny fish jokes, I just couldn’t find one. So moving on! Whether or not fish fart is definitely not a common question, but it …
If you are looking to purchase a filter for your aquarium, which I suspect you are if you’re reading this, then you will most certainly have come across the brand Fluval and its family of aquatic products including their amazing FX4 and FX6 filters. They are highly regarded as being one of the best within …
Recently, there has been some noticeable burning curiosity regarding the sleeping abilities of fish. I have seen the question ‘ Do fish Sleep‘ recently in many tropical fish forums and facebook groups. To answer this, research has proven that fish don’t follow the literal definition of sleep. To qualify as sleeping organisms they need to …
If you have visited your local aquatic store or pet store lately and looked at all the Saltwater Butterflyfish on sale, you will probably have seen the Auriga Butterflyfish – also known as the Threadfin Butterflyfish. The Auriga Butterflyfish is one of the most commonly sold saltwater Butterflyfish for a number of reasons. Firstly, this …
The chances are that whether you are an old hand in the aquarium hobby or a newbie you will have heard talk of the mighty Fluval FX6 filter. After all, it has a reputation for being the best on the market, and a following that makes it one of the most popular purchased. But, and …
Aquascaping Aquariums is the art and craft of decorating aquariums. Aquascaping involves building underwater landscapes. An aquascaper will fill the bottom of an aquarium with rocks and plant life, and decorate it beautifully. Some aquascapers also use their skills to decorate ponds instead of aquariums. Career In Aquascaping Aquariums There is plenty of talent and …
Hornwort is a common aquatic plant that comes into its own when utilized in aquascaping. These small plants are very popular and can be found in almost every continent. They are particularly abundant in North America where it grows in slow-moving bodies of water. They are a diverse group of plants with up to 300 …
If you’re considering getting a cherry barb fish or already have one, it’s important to know what to do when it comes to their care. In this article, we cover all aspects of keeping and caring for Cherry Barbs. We cover cherry barb: Diet, Lifespan, Size, and Breeding. These small fish are known for having bright colorings …