Setting up a new fish tank is a really exciting time. You have been to the store, bought all the things you need and now it is time to set everything up. First, STOP! Before you do anything, read through this guide fully and the chances of your fish living a long, happy life are much greater. […]
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It is important to cycle a new aquarium to make it safe for fish to live in. Cycling an aquarium is the process of allowing bacteria to colonize the filter in a new aquarium in preparation for fish to be added. There are a number of ways to cycle an aquarium including the ‘fish in’
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Pictus Catfish are omnivores by nature. This means they will eat almost anything they can fit in their mouths. In the home aquarium, Pictus Catfish should be fed a varied diet which includes sinking pellets and a mixture of live and frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp, and mosquito larvae. I keep a small group of Pictus
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Ever heard of an aquarium made of wood? Sounds crazy right? In fact, plywood aquariums have been popular in the hobby for decades. Aquariums made of plywood are strong, economical to build, and long-lasting, providing they are built properly. First things first, let us have a look at exactly ‘what is a plywood aquarium’? A plywood
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Pearl Gourami are one of the most underrated fish in the hobby. They aren’t kept nearly as often as they should be. Pearl Gourami are peaceful, surprisingly colorful, and make a great centerpiece to any community tank. I keep a trio in a large planted aquarium. When the light hits them just right it is
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If you are looking to buy a new fish tank, or you have an existing aquarium, you may be wondering how much it costs to run an aquarium. You may be surprised by the results. In this article, I am only focusing on the cost of electricity, and not so much on the cost of other
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Sumps have been used to filter aquariums for decades. They have always been really popular amongst those fish keepers who have marine aquarium setups, but less popular in the freshwater fish keeping community. In this article, I look at sumps for freshwater aquariums and consider many of the pros and cons. What Is An Aquarium
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Do German Blue Rams eat shrimp? Yes, German Blue Rams will eat any shrimp they can fit in their mouths. Adult Red Cherry Shrimp or Amano Shrimp may not be eaten, but babies and juveniles almost certainly will. To reduce the chances of German Blue Rams eating your shrimp, provide as many hiding places for the
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The Congo Tetra is a peaceful, larger-bodied African Tetra whose colors have to be seen to be believed. This stunning fish is underappreciated in the hobby. When a mature male Congo Tetra, with his flowing fins, catches the light, his full coloration never fails to impress. Congo Tetras make a great addition to any tank,
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Can you make money breeding aquarium fish? It is possible to make money by breeding aquarium fish. The trick is to breed the right fish. Choosing colorful, popular, easy to breed, quick-growing fish is the secret to turning a profit and making some money I first started keeping fish around 30 years ago, and it wasn’t
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