If you have an aquarium with fish, you will need to feed your fish the right food type to keep them healthy. There is much more than providing your fish whatever food you come across at the pet store. If you wish to learn more about what food to feed your fish and how much, […]
The cardinal tetra is a fish from the freshwater rivers of Negro and Orinoco in the South America. It has a maximum length of 1.2 inches or about three centimeters. The most recognizable aspect of cardinal tetra a florescent blue line right in the middle of its body. The part of the body below this […]
Snails are an excellent species to keep in your live aquarium amongst the other inhabitants. They can filter out and cleanse pollutants and waste products in the freshwater system. With that said, some of the types of snails may do the opposite of that and can become a headache real soon. Hence it is vital […]
Taking care of aquarium plants is a daunting task, especially when you lack information about or overlook certain factors. These include the nutrient requirement of the plant and their surrounding environmental conditions. As a result of improper care, many deficiencies can develop on these aquarium plants. Let us dissect these cases and how you can […]
The Molly fish comes in various types, and it is an extremely popular freshwater fish amongst aquarium enthusiasts and hobbyists. The Black Molly, a strikingly distinctive breed, enjoys immense popularity because of its unusually unique color palette and traits. The Black Molly derives most of its traits from captive breeding, as this breed is very […]
In an ideal aquatic environment, whether it is the natural habitat of the ocean or an aquarium, aquatic plants play a crucial role in cleansing the water body and making it more suitable for the other species to dwell in it. One such case is that of the flowerless green moss balls which avert build-up […]
When it comes to dealing with algae in an aquarium, or any aquarium for that matter, there is no better way to do so than by keeping Amano shrimp. They are incredibly popular because of their abilities. No other shrimp can consume enormous amounts of algae as the Amano shrimp do. What is interesting about […]
As lonely as your betta fish may look, that is not the case. Your betta fish may look lonely roaming about by itself in its tank, but it just may want to be alone. As elegant and beautiful as these tropical fish are, they are extremely aggressive and territorial. Wild male betta fish tend to […]
Maintaining crystal clear water can be quite a challenge for aquarium owners because the water tends to become cloudy. There are multiple reasons behind the cloudy and grey-toned color that appears in the aquarium. It could be due to the residue of gravel, or perhaps some of the contents you dissolved in the aquarium. In […]
Many aquarium enthusiasts use plastic plants to create aesthetically pleasing and decorative aquarium environments for their freshwater fish. This practice stems from a common misconception that plants are only added for decorative purposes. Live plants are a vital and significant element of an aquarium as they create an ecosystem that allows the freshwater fish to […]
Fish enthusiasts determine the value of a fish based on its beauty, coloring, patterns, rarity, and its availability. Naturally, a fish that is commonly available and easier to breed would be much cheaper than rare and unique specimens. Let’s take a look at the 6 most expensive aquarium fish in the world: Platinum Arowana Priced […]