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Essential Koi Pond Supplies You Should Always Keep Handy!

Need a healthy environment for your koi fish? Then there are some essential koi pond supplies and equipment that you never want to be without, and regular use of these items will ensure that every keen koi enthusiast maintains a pond full of very healthy and thriving koi...

How to Start a Tiger Tank

Aquariums can be a suitable way to own a pet without a lot of maintenance, especially if you live in an apartment or small living space. Tropical fish, such as the tiger barb, are easy to maintain and fun to watch. When setting up a new habitat for your tigers, consider the size of your tank and how

Understanding Unusual Fish Behavior

Have you ever watched your fish as they swim around in your tank and wondered why they do the things that they do?While no one can be certain of why fish do all of the things that they do, experts do agree on the meaning of a few fish behaviors. As a fish owner, the better you can identify and under

How to Make a Male Betta Build a Bubble Nest

Bettas are unusual among fish, in that the males are the ones to care for and protect the eggs once they are laid. Male Bettas do this with the help of a carefully constructed nest of bubbles built near the surface of the tank. While there is no way to force your Betta into building a bubble nest, y

How to Care for Baby Cory Catfish After They Hatch

The common term "corys" can refer to a number of catfish species kept in home aquariums. These fish from the Corydoras genus all have similar features, dietary needs and care needs. Whether you have found yourself with bronze corydoras eggs, banded corydoras eggs or delphax corydoras eggs, raising t

Lungfish - The Fish Time Forgot

Lungfish are fascinating that has been around for more than 100 million years. They can survive in without water for several years and thats just one of their fascinating abilities.

The Maintenance and Care of Koi

How to properly take care and feed your Koi fish. Koi fish are gorgeous in color and more importantly entertaining to own. Most people who own Koi will tell you that they can be trained to eat right out of your hand.

Goldfish Respiration Information

The goldfish is a domesticated subspecies of a carplike fish called Carassius auratus. Goldfish are usually kept as pets, feeding on fish food, algae, plankton and other small aquatic life forms. Though goldfish are one of the easier species of aquatic life to care for, their respiratory systems are

Crucial Saltwater Aquarium Supplies

Saltwater aquarium supplies are essential if you want to maintain the integrity of the tank, which will ensure that your fish will live long and healthy lives.There are a number of pieces of equipment that one needs to purchase which are critical saltwater aquarium supplies, and which should be of t

Maintaining A Freshwater Aquarium

Freshwater aquariums are preferred among aquarium hobbyists for the apparent reason that they require very low maintenance. It is true that freshwater fish require lesser maintenance than seawater fishes, but that does not mean they should be neglected. Even freshwater fish need some suitable condit

What to Do If You See Your Goldfish Floating

There are some things you need to be aware of if you see your goldfish floating towards the top of the tank. Fish from the tropical areas are rarely affected by this ailment. If, however, you happen to pass by a pet shop that has at least one goldfish in an aquarium swimming higher than its companio

Difference Between a Female & Male Jack Dempsey

Jack Dempsey cichlids are known for their colorful appearance and are freshwater fish. They can get quite large and are not community fish as they can be quite aggressive. Cichlids do well with other fish that are equal in size and aggression. The minimum tank size recommended for cichlids is 30 gal

Things to Consider Before You Buy Tropical Fish

If you're ready to buy tropical fish for your tank, remember that while they may seem like easy pets to keep, it still takes work to keep them happy and healthy. It's important to do your homework when it comes to the personalities, physical needs, and which fish they do and do not get alo

Important Koi Food Mistakes to Avoid

Even though Koi are a hardy breed of fish there are several Koi food mistakes you will want to avoid.One of the biggest mistakes you can make is overfeeding. Many people think if some is good then more must be better.

How to Tell If a Saltwater Clown Fish Is Pregnant

Native to the warm waters of the Great Barrier Reef and similar oceanic areas, the clown fish is a colorful and attractive saltwater fish. By carefully observing the behavior of clown fish in your aquarium you will be able to tell if they are breeding.

Uses for Scarlet Oil

Scarlet oil is a dressing for horses' wounds, cuts, abrasions and scrapes. It is not recommended as a treatment for humans, or on animals intended for food. The active ingredient is PCMX or parachlorometaxylenol. Other ingredients in scarlet oil are: mineral oil, isopropyl alcohol, methyl salicylate

The Disposal of Aquarium Gravel

Colored aquarium gravel is an attractive addition for your aquarium. However, over time, it can also become a messy one. Fish droppings and old food get lodged and mixed in with it; it also can become a breeding ground for algae. It's a good idea to completely change out and dispose of aquarium rock

Brakish Fish Tank Decorating Ideas

Choose the right decorations for your brackish tank.aquarium fish 7 image by cherie from Fotolia.comBrackish water is a combination of fresh water and saltwater, and it is generally found in shallow pools, rivers, estuaries and other bodies of water near the open ocean. The fish who...