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Why It Is Difficult To Get Emotionally Attached To Goldfish
There is really nothing wrong with goldfish as a pet choice - they're quiet, low maintenance pets. The biggest plus is that when they die the lack of emotional investment is a huge advantage to the owner. One quick flush and it's adios and on with your day.
How to Tell if a Molly Fish is Pregnant?
The Molly Fish is a type of guppy. A Molly Fish is a live bearer, meaning the babies come out of the mother alive. Breeding occurs easily and often for the molly fish if males and females are in a tank together. Baby Molly Fish will be eaten if kept in the same tank as any other fish (including moll
The Importance of Choosing the Right Freshwater Aquarium Filter
When starting a freshwater aquarium, there are many critical components that need to be present for a successful, healthy, and vibrant fish tank. One of the most important components is the filter system. A freshwater aquarium filter system is necessary because it removes waste products from the aqu
Salt Water Aquarium Fish - What You Should Know About Tropical Fish Secrets
What's the first thing you notice when you first look at a salt water aquarium. The first thing you notice is the salt water aquarium fish. Fish of all shapes, colors, sizes and personalities.
How to Make Designer Aquariums
Designing your own aquarium is an excellent way to personalize the environment that your pet fish live in. Why? You can actually add items in a variety of colors or textures that might not normally be sold with your aquarium of choice in a retail store. And, you can match it to your favorite styl
Aquarium Care - A Beginners Guide
Walking into a pet shop I noticed this beautiful glass fish tank. Inside were about a dozen small coloured fish swimming around. The moment I came closer the fish bundled together and I dragged my finger along the glass and they followed me. I went all the way around a couple of times. That's w
Detritus In The Reef Aquarium
A short description of what detritus is in the marine reef aquarium. Two ways on how to deal with detritus removal.One way is biological the other is mechanical.
Newbie's Guide to Betta Fish Tanks
If you want to own a betta, then you should get an aquarium for it.There are a few things you need to know before setting up betta fish tanks.This article will give you a few tips.
What Do I Need for a 25 Gal. Saltwater Fish Tank?
Most of us have seen the huge marine reef tanks with colorful fish and stunning corals. Saltwater tanks are, without a doubt, more costly, more effort, and more maintenance than freshwater aquariums. They are also worth all that you put in to them. You don't need a 100-gallon tank for a saltwa
How to Use a Reptile Aquarium for Fish
Most glass reptile cages are structurally identical to fish tanks--in fact, manufacturers frequently sell identical products as both aquariums and terrariums. With adequate time, preparation and equipment, an average pet enthusiast can easily convert a former reptile cage into a fully functional, f
How to Calculate Tank Capacity
It's important to know your tank capacity for a variety of reasons. When purchasing aquarium gravel, tank filters, or heaters, knowing the capacity is key. It's also important to know your tank's capacity so you don't buy too many fish for the available space. All you need is a tape measure and a ca
Freshwater Planted Tank Lighting - T5 Or Power Compact?
A comparison of T5 light versus power compact for freshwater planted tanks. This article discusses the maintenance costs of each and ultimately recommends one over the other.
How to Tell the Gender of Fish
Many people have aquariums in their homes, filled with goldfish. Often, they won't have a clue that they have fish of both genders in their aquariums until they see baby fish swimming around. It takes a little patience, fast eyes and detective work to figure out the gender of all your fish.
Knowing The Different Types Of Koi
There may be different kinds of hobbies that a person can choose from depending on his or her likes. If you are one of those individuals who are nature lovers and you love to take care of living creatures, then why don't you try taking care of koi fish? If you are interested in this kind of hob
How to Treat and Prevent Ich on Blue Hippo Tangs
This article is about how to treat and prevent ich on blue hippo tangs. These fish are sometimes called Pacific blue tangs or regal tangs. One of the main reasons why hippo tangs get ich is because they get stressed during shipping.
How to Detect Freshwater Fish Disease
Watching fish swim around an aquarium is a relaxing experience enjoyed by many people in homes and businesses. When the fish look unhealthy and act abnormally, it is time to do some intense viewing to detect diseases before the fish are lost. Knowing what to look for and how fish act when healthy he
How to Build a Fish Aquarium & Stand
Aquariums and their stands are very expensive. In addition the ability to customize the aquarium or stand to meet the decorative and size requirements for the fish and decor can be extremely expensive. Building the aquarium in the home is cheaper and can allow for significant customization.
How to Keep a Turtle Aquarium Clean
Aquatic turtles are interesting and educational pets for the home or the classroom. Watching turtles swim and bask offers hours of entertainment and beauty to any room. Cleaning an aquatic turtle tank doesn't require any special or expensive tools, just time and the willingness to get dirty hands. B
Koi Pond Design
There are various reasons why people put up koi ponds and study the basics of koi pond design. For some, it may be a way of creating a private space to unwind and relax in once the long day has run its course. For others, however, it is one of the sure-fire ways of adding beauty, elegance, and touch