Fabian, Author at AquariumNexus

5 Best Fish You Can Keep in a Bowl

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,…

Ram Cichlids – Care, Tank Mates, Feeding, Breeding & More

The ram cichlid is a freshwater species adapted to living in the Orinoco River basin in South America. It is popular with aquarists, and it also goes by the names blue ram, butterfly cichlid, Asian ram, German blue ram, Ramirezi, and dwarf butterfly cichlid. Ram cichlids are noted for adding…

Guppies and Corydoras – Can You Keep them Together?

Corydoras catfish make excellent tank mates for guppies, primarily because of their peaceful nature. The corys roam around the bottom of the tank, where they eat leftover food and serve as tank cleaners. They are also easy to rear and will suit a beginner tank. Other considerations to make when…

Guppies and Dwarf Gourami – Can You Keep them Together?

Guppies and dwarf gourami share a lot. They are both peaceful species of tropical aquarium fish that can adapt to a wide range of conditions. This is the reason behind why they are so popular among the novice and adept aquarists. However, several times you will hear various aquarist complain…

African Butterfly Fish – Care, Tank Mates, Feeding, Breeding & More

The African butterfly fish (Pantodon buchholzi) was described in 1905, after being discovered in West Africa. It prefers living in acidic waters, and its populations have been found in Lake Chad, Upper Zambezi, Ogooue, and the Congo Basin. The fish likes water with no current, but it loves densely planted…

5 Best Reverse Osmosis (RO/DI) System for Aquariums

A reverse osmosis system functions as a filter in aquarium setups. It extracts all contaminants to create a healthy environment for pets. New technologies have boosted the systems’ capability, and models on the market can remove as much as 99% of impurities. Reverse osmosis systems are especially popular with saltwater…

Guppy Fish and Pea Puffer – Can You Keep Them Together?

Will guppies and pea puffers thrive in your tank? A tricky question, eh? To answer it, you first have to consider the nature of these two aquarium species. Guppy fish or million fish are some of the most popular livebearer tropical fish among aquarists. What’s more, they come in a…

Betta Fish – Care, Feeding, Requirements, Breeding & Tank Mates

Bettas are a staple in many aquariums, mainly because of their brilliant coloring. It is called the Siamese fighting fish and has its natural habitats in the rice paddies of Asia. Bettas are categorized as a labyrinth fish since they have a lung-like organ that absorbs oxygen from the air.…

Are Guppies Schooling Fish?

Guppies are among the most famous pets among aquarists. They are easy to take care for, affordable, readily available at pet stores, available in a variety of vibrant colors and they can peacefully live with tank mates from other species of sea creatures. Guppies are known to be excellent breeders.…

Axolotl and Goldfish – Can you Keep Them Together?

Considering its otherworldly looks, the Axolotl is one of the most fascinating aquarium creatures to keep. It’s a neotenic salamander that’s native to Lake Chalco and Xochimilco in Mexico. Being neotenic, Axolotls become sexually mature while remaining in the larval form. That’s to say that the Axolotl never grows to…