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Your first aquarium should probably be a freshwater aquarium for several reasons. Saltwater fish may be extremely colorful and interesting but setting up and maintaining a saltwater tank can be quite challenging. Read the rest of this entry »

Setting up a freshwater aquarium takes more effort than just putting water in a tank and adding fish. You’ll need to make the proper purchases in three basic areas: tank, fish, accessories. Read the rest of this entry »

Your first freshwater aquarium can be fun and challenging at the same time. Choosing fish that are difficult to maintain is probably one of the most common mistakes of new aquarium owners, and something that can turn the fun into a challenge. Read the rest of this entry »

While a saltwater aquarium full of colorful and vibrant fish can be a peaceful and enjoyable addition to your home, these tanks are more challenging to set up and maintain than freshwater tanks. Read the rest of this entry »

Setting up your first saltwater tank will be an exciting time and you will finally be able to sit and enjoy the soothing beauty of your aquarium. It can also be frustrating and a bit overwhelming. Read the rest of this entry »

You’ve set up your aquarium and tested the water to be sure it is safe. What else is there to do except go buy a dozen or so colorful fish? If you want to have a happy, healthy environment for your fish, there’s a bit more to it than that. Read the rest of this entry »

Goldfish are hardy fish and probably one of the easiest fish to care for of all freshwater species. They can live for up to 50 years if they are well taken care of. There are, however, minimum requirements for their proper care. Read the rest of this entry »

Bettas, or Japanese fighting fish, may be the most beautiful of all freshwater fish, the males being much more so than the females. Read the rest of this entry »

Investing in a good filter may be the most important decision you when equiping your aquarium. Because aquarium filters usually provide biological, chemical or mechanical filtration, you might want to get a filter that provides all three kinds of filtration in one, to make your tank easier to maintain. Read the rest of this entry »

Live plants in an aquarium are aesthetically pleasing and provide a healthier environment for fish, since they aid in creating an ecosystem within the aquarium. Read the rest of this entry »

Some of the most useful inhabitants in your aquarium may be the scavengers that will feed on algae and on uneaten food at the bottom of the aquarium. Some scavengers can dwell in community tanks without causing harm to the fish; others may eat or attack smaller fish. Before placing scavengers in your tank, be sure that they’re community friendly. Read the rest of this entry »

Algae has its uses in your aquarium but if the walls of your aquarium are so covered in green gunk that you can’t see your fish, it may be time to remove the algae from your tank. Read the rest of this entry »

Just as bad air is dangerous for us, bad water is dangerous for your aquarium’s inhabitants. Water that is too hot or cold, too acidic or alkaline, or unbalanced in any other way, can cause your fish to become diseased or die. Read the rest of this entry »

If you notice that your previously crystal clear fish tank is cloudy, or perhaps the water isn’t clear enough for you to even see the fish, it’s time to thoroughly clean the tank so that the fish and other inhabitants don’t become ill. Read the rest of this entry »

While most fish are fairly hardy overall, especially if they have the proper living conditions, sometimes, despite your best efforts, one or more of your fish will become ill, probably with one of the more common fish diseases. Read the rest of this entry »

It would seem to be a no-brainer that fish that routinely live outdoors would easily adapt to life in your garden fish pond. If only it were that easy! If you’re considering setting up a fish pond, let’s look at the requirements of one of the most popular pond fish, the Koi. Read the rest of this entry »

A pond can be a relaxing and soothing area within your garden but it will take some hard work if you choose to install it yourself instead of paying someone to do it for you. Once you’re done, you’ll be glad you took the time to add a pond to your garden. Read the rest of this entry »

Pond maintenance is no difference than any other type of yard maintenance, it varies with each season. The following are tips on maintaining your pond to help keep it running well from season to season. Read the rest of this entry »

Now that you have the pond you’ve always wanted, how do you keep it in good shape? The following are some common pond problems you may encounter and how you can solve them. Read the rest of this entry »

Plants are an important part of almost any pond because they add beauty to the pond and aid in maintaining a healthy environment for fish. They also provide food and shelter for the creatures that may reside in the pond. Read the rest of this entry »