If you’re new to the freshwater aquarium hobby, you may be unfamiliar with the use of alder cones and the…
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The use of botanicals in the aquarium is on the rise. Aquarists have been experimenting with natural plant materials for…
The opaline gourami (Trichopodus trichopterus) is a beautifully colored, hardy variant of the blue gourami. Also, known as the marbled…
You know straight away that any fish named the Red Devil is bound to have some quirky traits. The red…
Guppies (Poecilia reticulata) are a fascinating fish breed. This freshwater tropical fish originates in South America. They are relatively easy…
By the turn of the century, the flowerhorn cichlid had become one of the most popular species in the ornamental…
With its lovely coloration, it is easy to see why the zebra loach (Botia striata) is an aquarium favorite. This…
In recent years, freshwater shrimp have seen a significant rise in popularity among aquarium hobbyists, and for good reason! Shrimp…
The freshwater stingray can be an elusive species for many hobbyists. They need massive tanks and are sensitive to water…
Did you know that snails are becoming the go-to cleaning crew for aquariums? And out of all the snails available,…