Information specifically related to Freshwater Fish Tanks and Aquariums
A heavily planted aquarium is a thing of great beauty and a joy to watch as the plants sway gently in the current while fish dart in and out of the foliage. It’s also far more natural looking than cheap plastic plants and ornaments but how easy is it to start a planted aquarium? The … Read more
When you first start out as a freshwater fish-keeper it can be somewhat bewildering when trying to decide which fish you want to keep. Guppies, Mollies, Tetras, Anglefish, Catfish, Loaches, Barbs, etc. which do you choose? Obviously, most people, when starting out go for the fish they most like the look of but it’s important … Read more
Everyone needs to get away at some point, be it for business or pleasure, and as aquarium keepers, our first thought in these situations is will my aquarium be ok while I’m away? Just that thought can cause considerable stress but we are here to help you find the best way of caring for your … Read more
One of the most upsetting things for fish-keepers is the occurrence of disease in our fish and the most common disease, by far, is Ich (or White Spot). It’s very easy to spot Ich as the fish will be covered in unsightly white spots which usually appear first on the fins and then spread over … Read more
Water, water…all around…water is water,right? Well of course it is…but not quite… The water from your tap is not the same as the water from a river, stream or lake and is obviously very different from the saltwater in the ocean. The water in different rivers and lakes is not quite the same either nor … Read more
It’s been said that fish tank owners are not just keepers of fish but also keepers of water… Our aim is to keep our tank water clean and well filtered and create the best environment for our fish. But just because the water looks clean doesn’t mean it’s necessarily completely healthy for our fish tank … Read more
What is an Aquarium Temperature Controller A temperature controller is a separate device, independent of your aquarium heater, to control the temperature of your aquarium. They usually have three main components:- How do Aquarium Temperature Controllers Work Once the desired temperature has been set, the controller monitors the temperature in the aquarium using the probe, … Read more
Assuming you intend to keep tropical and not cold water fish in your aquarium, you’ll need a heater. Tropical fish require the temperature of the water to be between 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit (23-27 degrees Celsius). This will be above the usual ambient room temperature in the UK for the majority of the year. Heaters come … Read more
In any fish tank we’re trying to create as near as possible a natural environment for our fish. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a fresh or saltwater tank or how large or small the tank is. And the first thing we need to understand is how the nitrogen cycle works and how it affects a … Read more
A fish tank is great addition to any home (or office) and provides a glimpse into another world. A world of wonder, fascination and beauty. And there’s nothing more relaxing than gazing at beautiful fish tank, plants swaying with fish swimming among them and darting in and out hiding places in among the rocks and … Read more