Like any other pet, fish can get sick. And like any other pet, being aware of what is normal for your fish in terms of behaviour and appearance helps greatly to identify what could be ailing your tank inhabitants. The following are the most common fish diseases you may face as an aquarist, and what […]
How To Clean A Tropical Fish Tank (and Other Aquarium Maintenance Questions)
Tank maintenance is one of those less than glamorous things nobody really talks about when discussing aquariums. However, in order to keep your fish happy and healthy, a regular maintenance routine is indispensable. Maintenance on freshwater and saltwater aquariums are different, so this article will focus on freshwater and tropical tanks, and you can check […]
Best Fish For A Beginner Aquarium
Filling a new aquarium with fish is both exciting and a bit scary. For the novice fishkeeper, choosing compatible and easy to care for fish is generally the best idea. While your local fish store may be able to give you some solid advice, doing your research and planning on your own just adds to […]
Top Algae Eating Fish For Freshwater Aquariums
Algae eating fish are a must have on a fresh water aquarium as they provide the very necessary biological algae control. If you don’t want your tank to become green and dirty and your fishes to suffer, a good mix of algae eaters will keep most algae presence under control. Unless you have a severe […]