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If you’re looking into buying your first pet fish, you probably want it to be from someone you can trust. As living creatures, fish are a bit of an unknown, especially if you are considering buying online. If you are a beginner to fishkeeping you may not know yet who the most trustworthy sellers are. …
Unique, oddball, mesmerizing, special, elegant, peaceful, and graceful are some, but certainly not all, of the words that could be used to describe the Ghost Glass Catfish perfectly. They are all of these things and more, making them a popular and ideal addition to any aquarium. Ghost Glass Catfish: A freshwater fish, with two long …
The Odessa Barb is a small, bright, and active aquarium favorite that is ideal for the beginner aquarist. Here is our Odessa Barb Care Guide. They are thought to have appeared in the pet trade in Odessa, Ukraine in the 1970s, hence the name. They, however, did not become scientifically accepted as their own species …
If you love aquariums then this one has to be on your bucket list to visit. It was on mine for many years! I recently got the chance to visit it and see it in all its glory for myself. Yes, the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom aquarium is the biggest aquarium in the world. WOW … …
As dream fish go, the Arowana has to be top of the list for most fish keepers. They are stunningly handsome, of a highly impressive size, and one of the most predatory species that we keep in aquariums. They are, however, also not the easiest of species to keep and have some hard to achieve …
Ask any aquarist and I’m sure they’ll agree that the mighty Arowana has to be top of, or at least in the top three, of any most coveted fish in the world list. But did you know some Arowana fish are banned in Australia? Are Asian Arowana fish banned in Australia? You cannot import, or …
Many people would love to keep a tropical fish tank but think that it is too difficult a task, and maybe something better thrown into the ‘too-hard’ basket. Let’s have a look at some of the myths about tropical fish aquariums, and answer the age-old question, are tropical fish hard to keep? The short answer …
Do Dojo Loach eat snails – is not a question we are asked too often, however, we were recently asked this question when a fellow aquarist, who is new to the hobby, asked if his Dojo loaches could eat Bloodworms and will they take care of the snail problems in his aquarium. This got us …
What do Glofish eat is a question we are asked from time to time. Maybe it’s because they are so colorful people think they must eat something different from your normal tropical fish. But do they? This got me thinking and I thought we could clear up a few myths and questions about feeding Glofish. …
What do Kuhli Loach eat is not a question we are asked too often, however, we were recently asked this question when a fellow aquarist, who is new to the hobby, asked if his Kuhli loaches could eat Bloodworms. This got me thinking and I thought we could clear up a few myths and questions …
Bloodworms for fish are very popular, but why? Are they better fed to your fish as live food or as freeze-dried or indeed frozen? In this article all about bloodworms for tropical fish, we cover all aspects of this popular fish food and see if and why you should be feeding it to your fish. …
The Clownfish is a marine fish and is quite small in size but full of character. These fish are strikingly gorgeous with their beautiful colors. Displaying white stripes on blue, black, orange, red, yellow and a whole range of patterns. Of the many Clownfish varieties, we discuss the 9 most popular varieties for the home …
In this article, we tackle the often asked question of ‘What does a fish tank cost to maintain?’ A simple enough question, especially from a complete beginner to the world of fish-keeping, however, the answer is rather complex! When considering how much a fish tank costs to maintain, we need to consider numerous things. These …
I would hazard a guess that everyone who has ever kept tropical fish has seen or owned a guppy. But how many people actually know how long guppies live for and what’s the average lifespan of a guppy? Well, let’s get straight to the point and answer that question. What’s the lifespan of a Guppy? …
Schooling and shoaling are two words commonly used to describe Guppies when they spend their time together in groups. They are often thought of as two words that describe the same behavior, though they do not. Schooling and shoaling are actually two different actions, as you will see as you read on. Shoaling And Guppies …
Undoubtedly, the Guppy has to be one of the most easily recognizable and attractive tropical fish in the hobby. They are one of the world’s most widely distributed fish, and incredibly popular in the home aquarium. A peaceful fish that is active and full of color the Guppy prefers to be kept in groups, the larger …
Like you, I have seen many goldfish in my time and plenty of unusual cold water fish but this Panda Telescope is one of the strangest looking I have ever seen. I know there are some strange and weird fish in the sea but cold water fish are all very similar in shape, size and …
GlofishⓇ are a patented commercial brand that sells amazingly stunning fluorescent fish. They have neon-bright coloration, come in several types and colors, and look amazing when kept in groups. However, due to their less than natural coloration, they are not a fish species for everyone. They do, nonetheless, have a huge fanbase with many fish …
If you are considering getting a home aquarium, you are probably wondering what the average cost of pet fish is. In this article we cover all the basic costs of breeds as well as considerations such as their diet and environment, to help you get started. What is the average cost of a pet fish? …
Starting a freshwater aquarium, especially with popular freshwater fish, is one of the most exciting parts of becoming a fishkeeper. Indeed, the initial excitement of picking your own fish, designing the tank, and putting everything together may be too much to bear for any pet lover. It can also be pretty hard to make a …