Arowanas are freshwater bony fish of the family Osteoglossidae, also known as bonytongues.[1] In this family of fishes, the head is bony and the elongate body is covered by large, heavy scales, with a mosaic pattern of canals. The dorsal and the anal fins have soft rays and are long based, while the pectoral and
These fish are spoiled…can you tell? Filtration consists of a custom made under gravel filter to draw water from the bottom of the tank to the top. From the top of the tank the water drains from the back into a wet/dry filter. I don’t’ care if the viewer doesn’t like goldfish or thinks it’s
Although Arowanas have been popular as aquarium pets for decades now, most owners do not actually understand how to provide the best Arowana care for their Arowanas. Considered as “living fossils”, Arowanas are believed to have existed 60 million years ago because according to scientists, the fossils of their ancestors were found to have lived
For an Arowana enthusiast, there is probably no more exciting and educational experience than visiting a CITES certified Arowana farm. The owners, employees and affiliates of the world’s top Arowana farms possess incomparable experience, knowledge, and resources. Even a few hours spent among the leaders in the Arowana industry can be an inspirational (and humbling)
When it comes to the fresh water aquariums, guppy is probably the most common fish that people love to maintain. Though they are not that tough to maintain, these have their own requisites to live healthy. Some tips that will help your guppies live longer, happier and healthy are as follows: 1. These are hard
Guppies are so prolific that many people buy a pair with the hopes of breeding them for fun or profit. Some beginners, unfortunately, think that because a single female will have anywhere from 30 to 60 babies every four weeks they can just raise the baby guppy fish haphazardly and hope for the best. If
Anybody who has seen a well-maintained planted aquarium knows how beautiful aquatic aquarium plants can be. They add a depth and richness that turn a plain fish tank into a wonderful aquarium. However, many people are intimidated by live aquarium plants and wonder if they are worth the trouble. Do they provide any benefit besides
Adding plants to your aquarium will enhance the appearance of your tank. Always bear in mind that the main purpose of an aquarium is to provide food and shelter for your fish. Plants also help maintain the ph balance of the water. Looking after and setting up a freshwater aquarium is not complicated. But, there
Everybody understands the reason why most plants can be seen in many aquariums. Healthy plants and their lush are beautiful to look at when they are in an aquarium. They also create a natural setting in the aquarium. Most of the fishes feel secure, less stressed and safe whenever they have plants to hide in.
