Common name: Scat, Common/Spotted scat, Green scat, Red scat, Argusfish Scientific name: Scatophagus argus Synonyms: Chaetodon argus (not valid). Size: Reported up to 12″ (30cm), but usually quite a bit smaller in aquaria. Origin: Indo-Pacific region. Tank setup: A large brackish tank (80 gallons/360 litres plus advisable for a shoal of adults) with plenty of
Scientific Name: Trichogaster leeri Other Names: Leeri Gourami Family: Belontiidae Origin: Malaysia, Borneo, Sumatra Adult Size: 4 inches (10 cm) Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tank Lifespan: 8 years Tank Level: Top, Mid dweller Diet: Omnivorous Breeding: Egglayer, bubblenest Care: Easy pH: 6.5 – 8.5 Hardness: 5-30 dGH Temperature: 74-82 F (24-28 C) Description: The
INTRODUCTION: There is a lot of confusion about what constitutes a quality flake food (or pellet). The aquarist needs to understand that there are similarities and differences between fish and other animals. For example; Fish get most of their energy needs from fat, but in humans carbohydrates are a better source. Another point is amino
What is the best fish food for your pets and or for your tropical showcases of salt water fish? Everyone has a different opinion about this one. But some have chosen their fish food merely by what the pet store tells them. That really limits you and limits your fish. If you are looking to
They are ‘works of art, not just fish’ and can change hands for an astonishing £500,000. David Pope Koi carp come in a variety of vibrant colours, patterns and prices and collecting these beautiful creatures is a serious business. Koi is an abbreviation of Nishikigoi, the Japanese term for ‘brocaded carp’. The record price paid
Many people have asked us over the years “Should I add goldfish or KOI (or both) to my pond? The answer is “it depends.” Goldfish are better suited to smaller water gardens and ponds, in the 50 – 500 gallon range. Goldfish are extremely hardy and easy to care for, which makes them the perfect
Of all the oxymorons of fishkeeping the statement that “I bred these fishes…” has got to be the most oxymoronic. Really, all that’s required to reproduce most pond fish species is a mix of sexes and decent water quality. Ask any experienced ponderer; They’d be more impressed if someone told them their fish had never
I was surprised at the number of people that approached me last meeting about plants. I have always enjoyed keeping them as have several of my hobbyist friends but there never seemed to be much passion with the exception of a couple of people. In this article I will tell you a little about keeping
What are algae? Most people will agree that algae are an unattractive and unwelcome addition to an aquarium – especially a planted biotope. It can hinder plant respiration and photosynthesis (hence affecting growth) by smothering the leaves of green plants. Rampant algae growth is particularly relevant in newly setup aquariums. They readily establish in new
If you want to keep a fish with stunning colors, Chocolate Lyretail killifish should be your ideal choice. Even though chocolate color is dominant, you will get orange and red colors on their body to complement it. As it goes with the other varieties of killifish, the male Chocolate Lyretail killifish will bear these colors.
