Aquarium Algae 101: Everything You Need To Know

Aquarium Algae 101: Everything You Need To Know

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…

Choosing Aquarium Lighting: Everything You Need To Know
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Choosing Aquarium Lighting: Everything You Need To Know

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…

Choosing The Best Water Conditioner For Your Aquarium
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Choosing The Best Water Conditioner For Your Aquarium

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…

Tiger Barbs Fish Care Guide (Diet, Tank Setup & Breeding)
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Tiger Barbs Fish Care Guide (Diet, Tank Setup & Breeding)

If fast paced, playful and colorful are what you are looking for in a freshwater fish, look no further than the Tiger Barb. The black stripes that wrap around the width of this gold/silvery colored fish make it instantly recognisable. The healthier fish will have bright and vivid base colors as well as a hint…

Aquascaping – Making your Aquarium Look Awesome!

Aquascaping – Making your Aquarium Look Awesome!

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…

Getting to Know the Labyrinth Fish

Getting to Know the Labyrinth Fish

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…

Choosing the Right Aquarium Substrate: Keeping Your Gravel Clean

Choosing the Right Aquarium Substrate: Keeping Your Gravel Clean

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…

Feeding Your Fish

Feeding Your Fish

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,…

Swim Bladder Disease Information for Tropical Fish Owners

Swim Bladder Disease Information for Tropical Fish Owners

The swim bladder is a unique part of the fish that contributes to buoyancy control. Its primary function is to make sure that the fish can maintain its current depth in the water without having to expel energy in swimming. The swim bladder disease is therefore a complication that interrupts the ability of the tropical…