German Blue Rams (I’ll refer to them simply as Rams from here on in) are surely one of the most stunning fish in the hobby. Rams display the most amazing rainbow colors from head to tail. I first came across Rams over 30 years ago when I bought a small group from my local fish …
German Blue Ram (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) Keeping, Feeding, Breeding Read More »
The Mascara Barb is one of those fish that, as soon as you see them, you want them. It amazes me more fish stores don’t sell them. These peaceful, schooling barbs make an excellent addition to a community tank. They are an active species of fish that is always swimming around the tank, looking for …
Mascara Barb (Dawkinsia assimilis) – Keeping Feeding Breeding Read More »
Dropsy is a catch-all term used when fish in our aquariums swell up. Dropsy is essentially swelling of the soft tissues in the body cavity due to the accumulation of fluids in the body. Dropsy is usually caused by the presents of Aeromonas bacteria, a bacteria which usually only affects fish that already have a …
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I don’t think there can be any doubt that Ich (Ichthyophthirius Multifiliis) which is often referred to as Whitespot in Europe, is the most prevalent disease in the freshwater fish keeping hobby today. Left untreated, Ich can and will quickly spread throughout an entire aquarium of fish, proving fatal if suitable treatment is not forthcoming. …
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Unfortunately, no matter how much time and care we take looking after our fish, there are occasions when they become sick or attacked by a pest. In this article, I look at some of the most common pests and diseases to affect our fish and offer solutions based on my 30+ years in the hobby. …
Most Common Tropical Fish Pests & Diseases (with solutions!) Read More »
Dwarf Gouramis are probably one of my favorite members of the Gourami family. These colorful little characters spend all day swimming around the aquarium without bothering another fish in the tank. Dwarf Gouramis boast the most wonderful red to orange coloration all down their bodies, which gives them one of their other common names, the …
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Tiger Barbs are one of those fish that are instantly recognizable, even by non-fishkeepers. Tiger Barbs have long had a reputation for being mean, aggressive fish that can’t be trusted not to nip the fins of every other fish in the aquarium. In my experience of keeping Tiger Barbs for over 20 years, I haven’t …
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If there is one fish that is instantly recognizable, even by non-fishkeepers, it is probably the Neon Tetra. These little fish pack a real punch of color which stands out from the other side of the room. Neon Tetras were one of the first fish I ever kept, and they still occupy a couple of …
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It is easy to see why Angelfish are so popular and have been for well over 50 years. I am yet to see a tank that contains mature Angelfish that doesn’t look spectacular. I have been keeping and breeding Angelfish for over 30 years, and I currently spend much of my time these days writing …
I am a massive fan of Betta fish. I have more Betta fish in my fish room than I would probably ever admit to. Betta fish are colorful, flamboyant, and even have personality. It is easy to see why Betta fish are one of the most widely kept fish in the hobby. Yes, Betta fish …
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