Owning an aquarium is a fun hobby that’s popular worldwide. Picture the scene; you’ve spent many hours and a lot of cash on designing the perfect aquascape and providing the perfect habitat for your pets. But what’s that horrendous smell coming from your fish tank? That can’t be happening! You maintain your tank correctly, and … Read more
As an experienced tropical and coldwater fish keeper with over 40 years of experience, I can state with some authority that the best way to keep diseases and parasites out of your aquarium is by quarantining all new aquatic life before adding the newbies to your main tank. Now, you’d think that putting your livestock … Read more
Maintaining a fish tank is a labor of love, and it takes a lot of your time and energy to keep your fish and other tank residents healthy and happy. However, in the hustle and bustle of your daily routine, it’s tempting to cut corners when it comes to tank maintenance and fish care. I … Read more
Keeping a saltwater fish tank can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but doing so successfully requires meticulous attention to detail and quite a lot of hard work. Unfortunately, many marine enthusiasts make accidental mistakes that can harm the delicate ecosystem of a saltwater aquarium. This article highlights key missteps in marine tank management that can … Read more
Humans have taken some big steps in recent years to acknowledge our detrimental effect on world climate and ecology. Thankfully, many of us are now trying to reduce our ecological impact, but how does this affect fishkeeping? Keeping an aquarium can indeed leave a significant footprint on the planet’s ecology, yet there are several practices … Read more
Fishkeeping is an extremely rewarding hobby that can quickly become an obsession, and after 40 years of keeping many different fish species, I can vouch for that! One of the most exciting aspects of keeping fish is deciding what species you want to put in your brand-new aquarium. Unfortunately, fish compatibility is something of a … Read more
If you live in a small apartment, stay in university halls, or simply don’t have much space to play with, you might wonder if a nano fish tank would make a practical addition to your home. This guide reveals the unexpected benefits and challenges of keeping a nano aquarium, including care differences from larger tanks, … Read more
AI, or Artificial Intelligence, has changed many aspects of our lives today, mostly for the better, it must be said. I’ve been an enthusiastic fishkeeping hobbyist for many years, and I’ve always used traditional methods to keep and raise my aquatic pets. However, over the years, I’ve seen technological advancements transform the hobby and the … Read more
Have you ever gazed into a thriving community tank and wondered how every fish, plant, and critter appears so healthy and glowing with vitality? The answer often comes down to a few simple habits that separate pro fishkeepers from the rest. If you want to boast a vibrant community tank, in radiant health, we suggest … Read more
When it comes to good fish keeping, certain habits and routines make excellent fish keepers stand head and shoulders above the rest. While maintenance tasks may sometimes feel like a chore, the glowing health of your fish and plants will reward you many times over. By following each of the 10 steps listed below, you’ll … Read more
There’s so much to learn about routine aquarium maintenance that it can take a while to learn the ropes, and longer still to become a maintenance master at all times! In reality, most of us have made many routine maintenance errors, especially when we were starting out with our first fish tank. Occasionally, even experts … Read more
As an avid hobbyist with over 40 years of experience in fishkeeping, nothing brings me more joy than watching my fish swimming happily in a crystal-clear tank. Like many of you, I’ve struggled with stubborn algae and limescale stains that obstructed my view. However, my problem was solved when I stumbled upon a miraculous cleaning … Read more
Discovering that your glass aquarium is leaking is a hobbyist’s worst nightmare! The quality of the tank water will suffer, the lives of your fish and other aquatic pets will be endangered, and you could be faced with the prospect of having to buy a whole new tank. Your heart sinks as you consider the … Read more
Corydoras catfish are one of the most popular tropical fish in the aquarium hobby. These little guys are hardy, cute, entertaining, and beginner-friendly. And there are over 170 varieties to choose from! But when it comes to choosing the best substrate for Corydoras catfish, many beginners often get it wrong. So, to help you out, … Read more
Cichlids are a hugely popular tropical fish with many fish keepers. However, this species needs quite a lot of space in the tank, and they can be territorial and semi-aggressive. But just how much space do cichlids need to be peaceful and thrive? You might think that a 55-gallon aquarium is plenty big enough to … Read more
