We have a number of Beginners Guide for fish keeping and everything you’ll need to keep your pet fish safe and happy.
100’s of tropical fish, cold-water fish, and marine fish Beginners Guide to help you enjoy the hobby more and keep your aquarium fish and pond fish safe and thriving.
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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 …
The majority of fish keepers will spend at least a little time watching their fish dine on the tasty morsels that they have popped into the aquarium. It’s part of the fun of keeping fish; watching them launch into excited frenzies at the sight of food! Why do fish spit their food out when eating? …
Ah, the sixty-four million dollar question, how long can aquarium fish live without food? Can you leave them for a couple of weeks whilst you go on vacation? Can you leave them for a long weekend? Or do they need food every single day to keep them in the best of health? Let’s find out! …
When it comes to keeping aquariums at the right temperature, there is no doubt that heating them is far simpler than cooling them down. Low temperatures can be dealt with by simply turning your heater up. However, you can’t deal with temperature highs by just turning heaters down. Learn how to keep your aquarium cool in …
Do fish have bones? Yes, fish have bones, of course, they do! After all, haven’t we all found one occasionally in our fish and chip supper? You bet we have and this has to be proof that fish most definitely have bones, right? Do fish have bones? Well, actually no, what we think we know, …
It’s not rocket science to deduce that if you stock an aquarium with fish, that you will more than likely have a selection of both male and females which, let’s be honest, may feel the urge to procreate! This may be planned, as in you meant for it to happen, or a shock, in that …
If you’ve ever owned a freshwater aquarium then you’ll know how beautiful they can look with real live aquarium plants. In this article, we’ll look at 21 Popular species of aquarium plants which are perfect for the home aquarium. We have listed 21 of the Best Aquarium Plants sold throughout the world for freshwater aquariums. …
When I talk to people who have just started to keep an aquarium they almost always ask me whether live plants in your aquarium is a must. After many discussions and research, I now always tell them the same thing – this is why your aquarium needs live plants’. Read on! Does Your Aquarium Need …
What is an Aquaponic Aquarium? If you haven’t yet heard of aquaponics, don’t worry, you’re not slow on the uptake: They just haven’t been driven forward that well by mainstream suppliers – yet. A surprising fact perhaps, given the benefits of keeping these eco-friendly tanks, and the news that they are rising in popularity. So …
Best Heaters For Nano Aquariums was a project we undertook recently. When it comes to choosing the best heaters for nano aquariums the choice isn’t always clear. You see, small aquariums not only require lower heat outputs but can also need a small or compact design. This is due to many smaller aquariums coming in …
Guppies are one of the most popular tropical fish, sold in their millions each year. But what’s the best water temperature for guppy fish? Why is it important to ensure their water temperature is correct. Temperature for guppy fish? In a community aquarium you can keep a number of tropical fish in the same aquarium …
It’s fair to say that Goldfish are one of the most popular pet fish kept by pet owners and aquarists. Feeding your fish is one of the most rewarding parts of owning a pet fish. What to feed your goldfish has long been a topic of conversation, we were recently asked if Goldfish can eat …
Though you can’t see them, smell them, or taste them (and it’s not recommended to try), invisible assassins are lurking in your aquarium. The best aquarium water conditioners for freshwater aquariums can help reduce the risk of harming your fish by reducing the harmful elements. These go under such names as chlorine, chloramine, and various …