The beauty of a well-planted tank and all of the potential benefits of aquatic aquarium plants make a convincing case for adding plants to any aquarium. Given the fact that their maintenance is no more demanding than any fish that are already in the tank, it is hard to come up with a reason not to try live plants in your tank.Making the Case for Keeping Aquatic Aquarium Plants By: Andrew Bartlett About the Author Andrew...more
For those looking to stock "real" sharks in a freshwater aquarium, you are out of luck. On the plus side, some of the commonly available "sharks" at the fish store are wonderful fish to add to a community aquarium and are well worth considering.Can You Have Sharks in a Freshwater Aquarium? By: Andrew Bartlett About the Author Andrew Bartlett is deathly afraid of sharks and was happy to discover that they are not a...more
Having an aquarium installed in your living space, or place of work can add a great atmosphere. Aquariums can be purchased in many different sizes, and the size you choose usually depends on budget and space restrictions. Fish rely on a natural cycle within the water chemistry, and against what most people believe, it's much easier to achieve this with a larger tank. If you go for a smaller aquarium, you will just need to be a little more careful and keep your eye on things.Where To BuyBefore you spend a penny on your new aquarium, visit some local fish stores and speak to people who specialise in this area. 'Pet supermarkets' are definitely not the best place to go if you are new to fish keeping. If you do pop in to such a place for a chat, don't believe what the Saturday boys tell you. It's quite often the case that staff aren't trained fully, so you're much better going to a shop that specialises in fish keeping, or speaking to an expert in the area. Most aquarium horror stories come from people who have been ill-advised, so don't make the same mistake before you've even got your tank.How To Set UpAquariums full of water weigh a huge amount so it's extremely important that you...more
So now you have been given 7 tips regarding freshwater aquarium substrate. Take note of the advice given, carry these out actions and you will have removed several potential problems you may have otherwise had.7 Key Issues WithFreshwater Aquarium Substrate By: Paul Curran About the Author Paul Curran is webmaster at...more
Clearwater Marine Aquarium, located about 3-quarters of a mile east from dynamic Clearwater Beach (FL), is a purpose of interest for several guests on a Florida beach vacation. Established in 1978 as a marine biology learning center, it evolved into a widely known marine rescue and bio-rehabilitation facility for whales, dolphins, and ocean...more
Freshwater and saltwater filters function differently and the difference is because of the sensitivity of the fish.Freshwater fish are generally able to withstand harsher conditions. Out in their natural environment, the space that they live in is generally not large and therefore experiences constant changes in chemical concentration and temperature. This has caused them to be hardier and able to live in conditions that are less stable.The filters used in freshwater aquariums perform mechanical, biological and chemical filtration. Porous filter media takes care of mechanical filtration in which water is forced through the filter media which traps large sediments and matter such as uneaten food and waste and is then poured back into the aquarium cleaned. In biological filters, colonies of beneficial bacteria are used to reduce large organic waste into matter that is less complex and less harmful which is then removed from the water by changing the water regularly. Chemical filtration uses material such as activated carbon to get rid of chemicals such as those used in treating disease from the tank water.While they are work well for a freshwater fish tank, the fact is that the waste...more
Here are three fresh water aquarium fish (Angel Fish, Badis and Black Widow) you can add to your aquarium. Their special characteristics and aquarium requirements are covered: colors, temperament, temperature, breeding and feeding.Angel Fish -...more
Those are the key points to freshwater aquarium water changes and by doing periodic water changes properly, on a set schedule, maintaining the optimum health of your aquarium will be much easier.The Importance of Freshwater Aquarium Water Changes ...more
As these Cichlids tend to get very huge in size I would recommend at least about a two hundred liter tank. These Cichlids are nonetheless simple to maintain yet need a bit more from their keeper to spawn. Caves generally are not necessary however...more
If you're looking for a way to brighten up your home, Aqualease's domestic aquarium rentals offer the ultimate statement in style and sophistication, without the hassle.Domestic Aquariums from Aqualease By: Ben Holloway About the...more
If you're looking for a way to brighten up the office, boost morale or ease stress, Aqualease's office aquarium rentals offer the ultimate statement in style and sophistication for the workplace.Office Aquariums from Aqualease By: Ben Holloway ...more
Lamp Eye, Madagascar Rainbow Fish and the Medaka are three fish suitable for your tropical aquarium. Find out about their behavior, what they look like, water conditions, how to feed them and how to breed themLamp Eye - Aplocheilichthys...more