If you are thinking of starting a saltwater aquarium, there has never been one to do so because of the wealth of information available to demystify the hobby. But some myths persist mainly because they are based on an element of truth. So here are the six most common myths about saltwater aquariums. Saltwater tanks…
If you are into fishkeeping, you might have bought almost everything your local fish store offers. Snails All of us start with snails and shrimp. The average hobbyist can also breed them in the tank. These are little additions in your tank that are not fish, but most people enjoy. They are beneficial, maybe not…
Dwarf Gouramis aren’t precisely great community fishes. So it is understandable why you may want to take these fish home. They only get 3 inches long, have a relaxed pancake-shaped body, and are beautifully colorful. Dwarf Gouramis are hardy and beginner friendly. Just like Beta fish, they are also Labyrinth fish, meaning they have a…
The Darter Tetra was first described in 1866. However, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding them because their genes contain more than one species. They are a monophyletic group, meaning that unless newly identified, most published records of their species have been attributed to a Fasciatum. So, for over a century, most Darter…
These are the top 7 fish that don’t do well in community tanks. So if you are researching the fish for your community aquarium, read on: Bala Shark When you buy these, they are only three inches and look beautiful. However, they get over a foot long and are also schooling fish. So, it would…
The primary difference between keeping a Clownfish and keeping something like Neon Tetra is the type of water they live in. Clownfish are saltwater fish; this is what enhances the level of difficulty that comes with keeping them Clownfish. After that, it’s simply working out and learning to keep the water they live in in…
Many reefers recommend buying fish only for their utility values which is excellent advice. But sometimes, you want to buy a wish with your heart, not your head. So, here is the size tank that you’ll enjoy the most: Scarlet 7 Longnose Hawkfish These are great examples of buying fish purely for their aesthetic value,…
This article will give you the top 5 suggestions for the bottom of your freshwater tank. Bolivian Butterly Ram This fish likes to stay at the bottom section of the tank, but they also want to move around it from time to time. Plus, if you get a pair, you can breed them. They are…
What does Kalkwasser do to a reef tank, and would it make your corals grow faster and look healthier? Today, we are taking a look at just the tank. Kalkwasser has been used in the saltwater aquarium for years and with great success. And apart from being the cheapest way to dose calcium and alkalinity…
This article will teach about the Giant Carpet Anemone or the Giant Anemone. Prices: You’ll have to spend about $60 to get a medium-sized Giant Carpet Anemone. If you want a food-long or more extensive, you might have to pay upwards of $200 to get some. Care Level: These corals are not that tough to take care…