Goldfish are undoubtedly one of the most popular aquarium fish in the world and are typically the first that pop into the mind of beginners when they consider setting up a fish tank. And for good reason. Goldfish are extremely common, making them cheap, easy to find and information about caring for them is readily…
Keeping shrimp in your aquarium is a fantastic way to diversify life in your underwater world. They are incredibly fun to watch and you can lose hours just observing them go about their daily life. They also have a huge appetite for algae, making them the perfect candidates for your very own “aquarium clean up…
An air stone is also known as an aquarium bubbler. It is one of the most important pieces of furniture in any aquarium. The basic function of an air stone is to supply dissolved air (oxygen) in the aquarium or fish tanks. Air stones are usually made up of porous stones or lime wood. These…
If you are new to the fishkeeping hobby, you will have undoubtedly come across air pumps in your local fish store or online and wondered whether you actually need one or not. So do you actually need an air pump? Not necessarily. They aren’t an essential piece of equipment but they do provide a broad…
Whether or not you have to clean your aquarium filter is a question that I get quite often, and it’s a legitimate question that deserves it’s own article. The filter, as you already know is one of the most important pieces of equipment in an aquarium. It filters the water (obviously), it helps to oxygenate…
So, you’re interested in setting up an aquarium and need some ideas for which fish to choose? If this is your first-ever home aquarium and you have never kept fish before, this article is going to be the best possible starting point. We have put together a list of 13 tropical and freshwater fish species…
Every aquarium owner understands how difficult it is to control aquarium algae. No matter how well you maintain your aquarium, algae would still proliferate unless you employ special measures to curb their growth. A negligible spot of algae can grow exponentially in a matter of days. Algae grows on the aquarium walls, decoration, gravel and…
An often overlooked aspect of the aquarium hobby is lighting. Not only does a proper lighting system add to the aesthetic appeal of your aquarium, but it’s also crucial for the well-being of your fish and for the growth of your aquarium plants. Always consider the fact that your new fish has evolved to live…
I remember what it was like to get started in the fishkeeping hobby. The number of questions I had and the amount of information that I was consuming quickly became overwhelming and hard to digest. One of the most common questions that beginner fishkeepers ask me is what size fish tank they should start with,…
Although some people may find it hard to believe that keeping tropical fish in your home or office can improve the quality of your life, it’s actually something that has been well studied and proven to be true. From our point of view it’s easy to see why. We actually feel the benefits on a…
Your aquarium is not just a home for your fish to enjoy, it’s also a decoration. A decoration that you have complete control over. It’s your underwater world and you can style that world however you want to. An easy way to add some character and a style to your aquarium that suits your personality,…
One of the most important aspects of the fishkeeping game is the quality of the water in your aquarium. Bad water quality can quickly lead to the death of all of the fish and plants that are unfortunate enough to live in it. Filling up your aquarium with basic tap water is a recipe for…