Some of the more popular tropical fish for the home aquarium are the tetra species. In general, these fish originate in the warm waters of South America and Africa. All of the species are warm tropical fish that require a heater in the fish tank. Most are quite hardy and take a variety of pH ...
Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish are a great first pet for kids, as well as for people who don’t have enough time or money for larger pets. Bettas are inexpensive, hardy, and easy to care for. Betta fish are a great alternative to goldfish because they need less space. They are happy ...
So now that you have your tank set up (if you haven’t gotten that far, please read my article on Tips for Starting Your Own Aquarium), and it has cycled through, it is time to start adding some fish. Before you go shopping, however, make sure that the tank has cycled through the Nitrogen Cycle ...
Aquarium driftwood is an attractive addition to both cold water and tropical fish tanks. This aquarium decoration can be purchased or found and prepared at home. This article will explain how to choose aquarium driftwood and how to safely add it to your fish tank. Purchasing Aquarium Driftwood Purchase aquarium driftwood from a reputable seller. ...
As mentioned in pervious articles, it is important to choose the right fish for you tropical aquarium. If you put a very aggressive fish in with a peace loving fish, I think we know who will wind up being dinner. Since you probably don’t want that to happen, make sure that you choose fish of ...
So you have set up your new tropical aquarium. That’s great! You have taken the first step to enjoying a fun new hobby. If you are a beginner, you might want to check out Tips for Starting Your Own Tropical Aquarium. You must understand the nitrogen cycle and why it is important not to overload ...
Whether you are adding a new fish to your fish tank to start a new community or adding some variety to your display, taking the time to introduce it properly will make sure everyone is swimming happily. One of the biggest causes of death for new fish is shock, due to failure to introduce them ...
Silver dollars are a very popular freshwater tropical fish. These fish are closely related to tetras and get their name from their scaleless silver sides and round shape. Though silver dollars are quite hardy and easy-going, they can be somewhat challenging to care for properly without extensive research ahead of time. Bear in mind that ...
The Siamese Fighting Fish or Betta fish make excellent pets because of their beautiful colors and ease of care. Unfortunately, this ease of care is often exaggerated. While the betta is a durable little fish, it’s not invincible and does need to be cared for properly. By knowing these five common myths about betta fish ...
Tetras run the gamut in terms of size, color, temperament and popularity. For the vast majority, these freshwater tropical fish are ideal candidates for a community aquarium set-up. One of the most famous of the tropical fish species and popular still, is the Neon Tetra(paracheirodon innesi). The Neon Tetra hails from the northern part of ...