Monthly Archives: May 2012

Why Breeding Bettas Fish Is a Bad Idea: Tons of Things to Consider

Why Breeding Bettas Fish Is a Bad Idea: Tons of Things to Consider

Thinking of breeding bettas for the first time? Take care. You might want to think this over a thousand times before finally embarking on this new phase in betta fish care, even though that thousand times stuff sounds a bit silly. Still breeding betta fish is not as easy as keeping and taking care of

The Controversy About Betta Fish and Vases

The Controversy About Betta Fish and Vases

Ever notice that many modern stylish homes are into betta fish keeping? And who wouldn’t be impressed by seeing such a trendy decorating element? Which if done right can make for a stunning display of living color that’s a great compliment to any decor. Only problem is some of these would be betta keepers put

How to Start Caring For Goldfish

How to Start Caring For Goldfish

Caring for goldfish is not hard. It all started one thousand years ago on China when the Crucian carp mutation changed its color from silver to gold. Even today a lot of goldfish owners are having problems when it comes to having a healthy and happy goldfish. Goldfish care starts a long time before you

Choosing The Best Filter For Your Freshwater Aquarium

Choosing The Best Filter For Your Freshwater Aquarium

There are filters being sold right now that will KILL countless fish over time! This is a bold however a true statement. The fish-killing filters are missing a key component. Let’s look at the most popular types available along with the key elements that will ensure complete filtration. There are several types of filters that

Aquarium Accessories Can Beautify the Fish Tank Appearance

Aquarium Accessories Can Beautify the Fish Tank Appearance

When you purchase an aquarium, it is more than just a place to put a fish. It is important that you choose the right set of accessories and by doing so, you can turn it into a fine piece of decoration. To shop for aquarium accessories, it is recommended that you seek assistance of the

Difference Between A Display Tank and Quarantine Tank

Difference Between A Display Tank and Quarantine Tank

Introduction If you have a saltwater aquarium or even a freshwater aquarium, you will need to establish a quarantine tank. Here are some of the differences between your display tank and a quarantine tank. Why A Quarantine Tank There are several reasons why you will need to establish a quarantine tank for your freshwater or

The Discus Fish Breeding Characteristics

The Discus Fish Breeding Characteristics

Cichlids is monogamy, loyalty and specificity, the parents love the child of love, are able to take good care of future generations. Some species of their own choice of spouse, or breeding may fail. Some species are able to artificial pairing, but pairing into the breeding box, to observe whether they fall in love, mutual

Do I Need A Refugium For My Saltwater Aquarium

Do I Need A Refugium For My Saltwater Aquarium

Why A Refugium A refugium is defined as a stable place where endangered species can live even when the surrounding environments are changing. For the Aquarist, refugium means a refuge that shares the same water as the display aquarium but is isolated from the rest of the aquarium. A well-designed refugium provides many advantages for

Successful Tropical Fish Breeding

Successful Tropical Fish Breeding

There are dozens of different kinds of tropical fish for breeding to choose from, so the first question you must ask yourself is what kind of fish you would like to breed. Why is this important? Well, for one, there are basically two different kinds of tropical fish when it comes to reproduction. There are

Adding Angelfish To Your Freshwater Fish Tank

Adding Angelfish To Your Freshwater Fish Tank

Angelfish are beautiful and graceful – a great addition to any fish tank but you need to be careful that you don’t put them in a tank that has fish that they will not get along with. Even though these fish seem peaceful and gentle, they can be mildly aggressive and might tend to eat

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