The great thing about saltwater fish is that they display some of the most exquisitely beautiful colors possible. The butterflyfish is no different and perhaps, one of the most sought after saltwater breeds because of their beauty. Caring for the butterflyfish, however, takes both time and effort on your part. If you’re keen on having…
Keeping an aquarium is more than just caring for different aquatic animals. For some people, the layout and design of the aquarium itself is a source of joy, providing them with the chance to create landscapes and designs that look great when displayed in the living room or the office. What Is Aquascaping? Creating mesmerizing…
Labyrinth fish or Anabantoids are a distinct type of tropical fish. While other fish might be capable of only receiving oxygen through the intake of water though their gills, Labyrinth fish possess another respiratory organ that enables them to breathe atmospheric oxygen. Although most fish can survive without coming up for air, the labyrinth organ…
A lot of people who are new to keeping saltwater fish often end up frustrated after seeing their first fish suddenly die in a few days or even hours. Compared to freshwater tanks, saltwater tanks have a stricter set of rules, and therefore a comparatively smaller allowable margin of error. With that said, here are…
Ghost Shrimp, also commonly known as Glass Shrimp, are a class of decapods crustaceans, swimming crustaceans commonly seen in freshwater aquariums. Their easy availability means that they are a common addition to many tanks. They generally have two positions, one as feeders to larger fish and the second as highly effective tank cleaners. Easily overlooked…
Swordtail, the freshwater fish one can easily mistake for a Guppy or a Platy is one of the best choices for a pet fish, especially for beginners. It’s colours vary. Caught from the wild, the body of the swordtail is generally olive green with yellow and red streaks along its two sides. The wild type…
It should be clear by now that keeping an aquarium is a serious hobby. Some would even call it a vocation. Other than choosing the type of fish you will raise and the size of the aquarium, you will also need to decide on the type of aquarium substrate you’re going to use. One fairly…
Tetras are some of best fishes for beginners. For the ease of taking care, feeding, and keeping them healthy, you will have an effortless time starting out on your way to having an aquarium you’ll be proud to show to your friends. Ideal Environment Tetras are a schooling species. The recommendation from many guru’s is…
Cotton fin fungus is a condition that typically affects aquarium fish with weak immune systems. The condition also goes by the name “Cotton Wool Disease”, characterized by the cotton wool growths on different parts of the affected fish. Although fairly common, it’s important to address the condition immediately before it can cause too much damage….
Red Cherry shrimps (Neocaridina denticulata sinensis) are freshwater shrimps that can be easily bred and maintained in an aquarium. Ranging in various shades of red, these shrimps make beautiful ornamental additions to any aquarium. They are also preferred by owners of aquariums for their immense appetite for organic detritus and algae, which make them useful…
How Much Should You Feed Your Tropical Fish? Feeding tropical fish 1 – 3 times a day is enough. However, you should be careful of feeding only a small amount every time. Provide only that much food that your fish can complete eating within a minute or two, any excess food can cause digestive problems,…
The Most Comprehensive Guppies Care Guide On The Internet Guppies are one of the most common species of fish found in home freshwater tanks. They are a hardy fish that adapt well to most environments. The guppies’ natural habitat can be found in North-East & South America. It is native to many Islands, including Barbados,…