Both the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman swirl in to meet the golden sandy beaches of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, making it one of the most beautiful cities in the Middle East. Sharjah is well known in the region for its museums, culture, commercial activity and since the year 2008 for a spectacular aquarium. The underwater world of Sharjah is located a whisker away from the iconic observation wheel, the Eye of the Emirates and blessed...more
Aquarium fish tanks are found all over the world to view and are for aquatic plants and animals. Usually small fish tanks are used in families. History of Aquarium fish tanks goes back when Romans during the 1st century used small marble tanks to keep sea barbell. Eventually glass panes were used for the walls so help in to study fishes. In the 14th century China, it was quiet common among wealthy Chinese families to keep a porcelain tub with...more
You may think that it is hard to grow live plants in an aquarium so choose artificial plants instead. However it isn't really so difficult and live plants look much more attractive and also help to keep your tank healthy. We'll look at some of the requirements for successfully choosing and growing plants in your aquarium in this article.Many people think that growing live plants in an aquarium is difficult and opt for artificial plants instead. It really isn't that hard and live plants look much more attractive and also help to keep your tank healthy. We'll look at some of the requirements for successfully choosing and growing plants in your aquarium in this article.Which plants should I choose?If you haven't grown live plants before choose one of the easier varieties such as Java Fern, Hygrophila polysperma, Java Moss, water Sprite or Vallisneria spiralis first before trying the harder to grow species. Many of these species only require low light levels and do not need a lot of fertiliser and thrive in tanks with either under gravel or power filters. As these plants all get their nutrients from the water, rather than from the substrate you won't have to use a nutrient rich...more
The newly built Shanghai Ocean Aquarium is the latest addition to the long list of tourist attractions in the city. The aquarium was built and designed with the intention of providing its visitors with an unforgettable experience of their visit and to surpass all other aquariums in the region. The massive 22,400 square meters of floor space and the...more
If you're about to bring home a freshwater aquarium, you are likely to be curious about the several fish you could keep in it. Fortunately, there are numerous possibilities to choose from when talking about freshwater aquarium fish. Some however, are better than others. Here's a glance at a few of them.Catfish is one of the most popular picks when...more
It is not surprising that the largest archipelago of islands in the world has one of the finest aquariums in the regions. Sea World Indonesia is a delight to any visitor. Among the multi colored fish and the shimmering water it is easy for anyone to imagine that they are indeed swimming with the fishes in the ocean. Sea World Indonesia breaks away from the traditional norm of an aquarium by putting its main focus on entertainment rather than conservation. That being said the aquarium conforms to all Western standards; yet, with its subtle differences in layout and design manages to offer the visitor a unique experience. The variety of marine life that you will get to see here is diverse to say the least, ranging from salt water species, fresh water species to endemic Indonesian crustaceans. At the centres vivarium, which is also one of the most popular areas, one can see native Coconut crabs, stroke a sea turtle and gasp in awe at the powerful sharks.The total number of species found here is close to 3,500, which make up almost one-third of the entire amount of species discovered in the worlds oceans. These mind blowing varieties of saltwater fish are housed in what has been...more
Nowadays, a large number of home owners buy the salt water aquariums so that they can easily improve the prestige value of their homes. Purchasing a saltwater aquarium is just like maintaining the marine life. If you want to make your home interiors...more
Today, wall aquariums are gaining a lot of popularity in the market. You can easily notice various types of wall aquariums in the market. These interior decors are well enhanced with majestic and outstanding looks. You can simply provide a luxurious...more
A lot of people enjoy having fishes as pets. Not just because they are easy to take care of, but also because they add more color to their owner's life. When you have a fish tank or an aquarium filled with colourful fishes, it provides...more
A custom aquarium is an option if you have an unusual space or want an in wall aquarium or even a room separator aquarium. A standard tank install may fit but it is unlikely to be the best solution. So as an alternative many homes and businesses...more
Do you know that freshwater aquariums are often considered by owners and managers of low to high rise buildings, hospitals, government and non-government offices and schools to attract more birthdays to come for people? Did you ever...more
The Siam Ocean World is reputed to be South East Asias largest aquarium, making it a must visit attraction in Bangkok. The aquarium enjoys a unique location at the basement of Siam Paragon which is one the citys most popular shopping malls that is...more