Aggressively bred to become increasingly vibrant, goldfish are one of the most prevalent freshwater fish in the aquarium trade. They belong to the carp family and some of the species can grow up to 2 feet. However, most fancy goldfish that you may find
The volume of water, measured in gallons and liters, is often enough to conclude if your professional or hobbyist aquarium requirements will be fulfilled or not. However, the weight of water, measured in pounds and kilograms, becomes a necessary consideration when it comes to
We understand your frustration regarding Columnaris outbreak in your Betta tank. Whether you’re an experienced aquarist or a beginner, allowing your fish to rot away and die a horrible death is never a particularly optimum solution. In this article, we’ll go through the nooks
Big lips in fish are particularly interesting to observe in aquariums. In the wild, fleshy lips allow some carnivorous species to create a seal with the rocks and suck the prey out of the crevices. Big lips in some species also help scrape algae
A crystal-clear aquarium is a marvel that you can enjoy day and night, but imagine when your beautiful aquarium suddenly becomes covered in a slimy white residue that collects on the walls, plants, and fish. What do you do now? Your problem is the
Cichlids are bright tropical fish that make striking showcases in aquariums and tanks for hobbyists and aquarists. Their unique coloring, large variety of breeds, and feisty nature are all winning characteristics of these freshwater fish. But what are the pros and cons of choosing
When you have your own tropical fish tank, it can be challenging to successfully get your fish to breed and nurse the young fish past those first few crucial weeks. Knowing how to take proper care of tropical fish babies or fry is essential
While you may delay it, death in your aquarium is inevitable. Some of your fish are expected to perish within a few days of their introduction to the tank, whether due to accidents or natural reasons. Besides, numerous other reasons contribute to the overall
Despite buying a premium tank or building it yourself, leaks can occur at times. It doesn’t matter whether the leak develops due to a mechanical fault or an integrity issue, you need to fix it as soon as possible. Smallest, negligible leaks often evolve
Chemical changes in artificial waters are more rapid than in the atmosphere, where it takes substantial changes in the air quality for significant shifts to occur. Despite their ability to adapt to most environments, Aquatic plants are susceptible to chemical, mechanical, and nutritional influences.
A matured planted tank is a self-sustaining aquarium with a balanced ecosystem and lots of bacterial biodiversity in the filter, plants, and substrate. Owing to its complexity, initiating a tank with a proper nitrogen cycle and maturation process is already quite challenging, and maintaining
Clean water, optimum space, and proper nutrition are the basic elements required to maintain a healthy aquarium. As your aquatic friends are incapable of collecting and choosing their food, you’re the one responsible for their balanced and enriched diet. Stuck in between the argument