If you’re looking for a large, unusual addition to your tank, you might want to consider the mysterious Jardini Arowana. In this guide, we provide an overview of what to expect if you take on one of these unusual giants. First of all, let’s find out more about this stunning fish. What is a Jardini … Read more
If you’re considering adding Malawi cichlids to your collection or you want to add an injection of color into an existing Mbuna tank, a Yellow Lab cichlid must be high on your list. In this article, we introduce this stunning fish whose striking electric yellow and blue coloration outshines even the most impressive marine species. … Read more
If you love fishkeeping, you’ll love the idea of having a stunning aquarium table as a focal point in your home. In this guide, we discuss the practicalities of keeping a coffee table aquarium, as well as highlighting some of the best products currently out there on the market. What is an aquarium coffee table … Read more
The freshwater seahorse is actually an urban myth. Seahorses are generally marine fish, although a few varieties can survive in brackish rivers. These fish are not available in seahorse sales and are not suitable for life in an aquarium environment. You often see a pet seahorse described as a “hippocampus,” which derives from the Greek … Read more
Dwarf water lettuce, scientific name Pistia stratioes, is a member of the arum family of floating aquatic plants that you’ll see in many garden ponds and aquariums. The water lettuce is not only beautiful, but it can make a very beneficial addition to your tank. The plant propagates very rapidly, providing shady areas in the … Read more
If you’ve just gotten your own first Betta or maybe unfortunately just lost a fish, you might be wondering about Betta fish lifespan. How long do Betta fish live? How old do they get and what influences their survival? In this article we’ll give you the short answer first and then go into factors that affect Betta … Read more
One of the smaller Corydoras species, the panda Cory is the perfect choice for a peaceful community aquarium. Learn how to care for this cheerful Corydoras!
The news is in: having a lush lawn isn’t just for your yard! Did you know that you can grow one in your fish tank, too? Aquarium grass is extremely popular with aquascaping professionals and aquarium trade hobbyists who use it to create a vibrant green carpet across the substrate. Of the carpet plant species … Read more
There is more to the aquarium world than just saltwater and freshwater. Did you know that some fish species naturally inhabit areas where rivers meet the ocean and the water is not quite freshwater and not quite saltwater either? These environments are known as brackish areas and house some very special fish species! If you … Read more
Since almost everyone has realized by now that fishbowls are not suitable for real fish, you may still have some specimens lying around. Fortunately, they don’t have to end up as a candy bowl or flower vase, but you can still make a beautiful plant bowl out of it. With a light above it, lots … Read more
One question that comes to the minds of many (new) Betta fish owners is whether it’s possible to get a few friends for their fish. After all, doesn’t one single betta with an entire aquarium to itself eventually become awfully lonely? Although there are a few options when it comes to Betta tankmates, your fish … Read more
Anubias species are some of the most popular freshwater plants and are favored by many beginners and more experienced aquarium keepers. These easy plants don’t require any special care; they grow well in low light, and have large, broad green leaves that are greatly appreciated by shy fish. As an added bonus, there is also … Read more
It can be rather puzzling when the water in a new or established aquarium turns cloudy all of a sudden. You may find yourself asking: is cloudy water normal, what is causing it, should you be worried, and how do you fix a cloudy aquarium? There are a few factors that could cause your tank water … Read more
De gewone huis-, tuin- en keukengoudvis is al sinds jaar en dag de grote favoriet als het aankomt op ‘gemakkelijke’ huisdieren. Veel mensen zullen verbaasd zijn om te horen dat de klassieke goudviskom eigenlijk helemaal niet geschikt is om goudvissen in te houden. Maar wat heeft onze oranje vriend dan wèl voor leefomgeving nodig? Lees … Read more
10 gallon (38L) aquarium kits such as this one are cheap and easy to fit into any room, which makes them a very popular choice. However, it can be difficult to figure out what fish to stock a 10 gal with. 10 gallons is not a lot of room and most fish in your local aquarium store … Read more
