Most fish keepers use tap water for their aquarium, which is absolutely normal. Doing regular water changes is essential for a healthy aquarium. When I was beginner, I always hated changing water in my aquariums. Not because it is a laborious task, but because every time I did change the…
Keeping fish as pets can be fun and fulfilling, so long as they are alive. In any case, they are soothing to watch and fun to feed. Moreover, if you have kids, they can learn a lot about various types of fish and how to be responsible pet owners. Nevertheless,…
Fish are wonderful pets, especially for people who do not have a big physical space in their houses and are looking for a relatively low maintenance companion. When kept in the right living conditions, fish can be good starter pets, that can help to teach your children, or yourself, how…
Glass aquariums brighten up any room, especially if they contain colorful fish and other lovely aquatic residents. Leaks are, however, quite common with these tanks, where they are majorly caused by flaws in the sealant. This failure can occur either during the construction of the tank or where it gets…
A fish bowl is quite versatile to keep, and you can position it in places like your nightstand and office table. You will only need miniature species and a sprig of an aquatic plant to keep this setup running. Contrary to common belief, however, fish bowls are hard to maintain,…
The camallanus worm is a common intestinal parasite in tropical fish. It feeds on the blood of fish by drilling via a rasping organ positioned at the anterior end of the nematode. The organ also provides anchorage. The worm’s posterior is commonly observed dangling from the anus of the affected…
Aquarists choose their preferred fish depending on a number of factors. There are those who like some fish due to their colors, shape, size, ability to live with other tank mates, size of the aquarium and many other factors. Favorable conditions, right temperature, adequate space, enough hiding spots, a functional…
You must be quite familiar with aquarium fish from tropical regions. This is to say that such fish species need a heated aquarium to replicate their natural habitat in the tropics. But do you know you can keep cold water aquarium fish in an unheated aquarium? Here is a comprehensive…
When you decide to venture into the aquarium hobby, you should be ready for anything coming out of it, including diseases. Inasmuch as you may look forward to a vibrant fish tank, you should also be ready to identify and solve any problem that might arise from within. One of…
When fish breeders and hobbyists set up an aquarium, their desire and expectation is to have their finned friend swimming in sparkling clear water as their display their vibrant colors and active swimming habits. However, over time, most people that keep fish will tell you that green and mushy water…
