Choosing the perfect spot for your aquarium is no easy feat. You want it in a place with good lighting to enhance visibility and improve viewing enjoyment. Near a window sounds perfect place but should it be done and is it safe? Yes, you can put a fish tank in front of a window if …
GloFish are an aquatic phenomenon and highly popular in the aquarist world! Their unique coloring makes them appear to ‘glow in the dark’ and has piqued the interest of many aquarium hobbyists. But what makes them glow, exactly? The fluorescent color in GloFish is created by an inherited bio-luminescent protein gene that is passed down …
GloFish are a genetic phenomenon and popular with aquarium hobbyists. When you see them in pet store, they’re usually housed in a tank with others of their kind to showcase their unique ‘glow in the dark’ coloring. But can they live with ‘normal’ fish in a community tank environment. GloFish can live with normal fish, …
For most aquarium fish, plants are vital to their overall wellbeing. Not only do they provide a source of food, but they also help oxygenate the water and provide coverage from potential predators. If you have a betta fish aquarium, you may be wondering why plants are best? The ‘top 10’ live plants for a …
When you visit your local fish store, one species you’ll likely see is the platy. Platies are a common and popular choice for fish keepers. What you may not know is there are many different types of platy fish. Knowing the different variations beforehand will help you select the best one for your tank when …
German blue rams are a type of freshwater cichlid fish. Originating in the slow-moving waters of the Orinoco River in South America, these fish are vibrantly colored and a joy to observe in captivity. If you have German blue rams and are thinking of breeding them, you may be wondering how to go about it? …
Bettas are a very popular fish in the aquarist world. If you have an aquarium with bettas or are thinking of adding bettas to your community tank, you may be wondering which fish make the best tankmates for this aggressive and territorial species? Bottom feeders like plecos, loaches, and catfish, crustaceans like shrimps and snails, …
Copperband butterflies are a type of saltwater fish. Often referred to as the beaked coral fish, this species can reach lengths of up to 8 inches and is found naturally at depths of up to 82 feet in both the Indian and Pacific Oceans. If you’re thinking of adding copperband butterflies to your marine tank …
