Introduction If you want to start breeding fish, you need to identify the difference between the mommy fish and the daddy fish. For some fish species, dimorphic, identifying who is the mommy More »
There are different kinds of tropical fish and one has to be able to understand how to properly take care of them. Some make the mistake of buying a fish that they More »
Discus Fish are one of the most popular types of fishes to have in a freshwater aquarium. They are very colorful and they can also be the center attraction of your aquarium. More »
The Betta Fish Sickness Tail clamp Performance: fish are fin (tail fin-based) are glued together as the same can not be opened) Cause: Due to poor water quality or new water stimulation More »
When planning an aquarium, one of the key elements you will need is a large variety of aquarium plants. Aquarium plants are not only pleasing to look at but they also serve More »
Scientific Name(s): Synodontis multipunctatus Common Name(s): Cuckoo Catfish Family: Mochokidae Species Type: African Catfish Maximum Size: 6 inches Life Span: 15 years Natural Habitat: East African Lake Tanganyika Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons Tank Region: Bottom Possible Tank Mates: This fish does well with African Cichlids from any lake. Description: A very attractively patterned catfish
Scientific Name(s): Auchenoglanis occidentalis occidentalis Common Name(s): African Giraffe Catfish, Giraffe Catfish, African Giraffe Bagrid Family: Claroteidae Species Type: African Catfish Maximum Size: 36 inches Life Span: 18 years Natural Habitat: Many rivers, lakes and streams throughout Africa. Minimum Tank Size: 150 gallons Tank Region: In the wild this is a bottom dwelling species. Due
People interested in setting up an aquarium will find a lot of accessory items available to use. The fish tank decorations are as diverse as the personalities of the people setting up the tanks. Synthetic plants can fall into this category, because they are used to enhance the visual appearance of the tank. These are
As a fellow fish hobbyist, I understand the desire to want to have an aquarium at home. Although they can be beautiful, relaxing and therapeutic, they can be a lot of work. I am writing this article to share with you, my 6 step process to freshwater aquarium setup that will be easy to maintain
A Congo River Aquarium: This richly planted tropical fish tank allows aquarists to travel to the heart of Africa, into the currents of the Congo river, from the comfort of our very own homes. This 200-litre aquarium will be housed by 8 Congo tetras, 2 reedfish, 4 elephantnose fish and 2 pairs of peaceful African
Tropical Angelfish (Pteropyllum scalere) are probably the most popular of all fish to keep in an aquarium. They have a mild disposition, can handle varying degrees of water temperature, and can ingest a wide range of foods making them a great choice from the novus to the experienced aquarium owner. Description Unlike other cichlids, the
There is nothing more balanced than an ecosystem. Mother Nature put together the best of the best when nature was created. Of course, the ecosystem of a freshwater aquarium that we create may not be all that great. This is why we must perfect it and maintain it as needed. Normally the hardest part of
If you have an aquarium odds are you have some sort of filter on it or you won’t have live fish for long. Typically the size of the tank combined with the amount of fish in inches determines how much filtration is needed to keep the tank water fresh. The better the filtration the less
If you are planning on keeping Oscars, then I would suggest that you think about it very carefully. If you’ve got a tank already don’t rush out and buy the first Oscar you see. Step back for one minute, take a good look at your tank and ask yourself if it is big enough to
Food for Guppies needs to be varied just like for any other fish to ensure good health and vibrant colors. Guppies will eat just about anything that is put in front of them. Even if they don’t like it, they will try if first. Here is a listing of some of the most popular guppy
