Both guppies and bettas are incredibly popular aquarium fish — and for good reason. Both species are beautiful, relatively small, and easy to care for. However, the two are very different in terms of personality. So, before you give in to the temptation of adding your brand new betta into your community guppy aquarium, it’s…
If you’re new to the aquarium hobby, you might have heard about accessories called “airstones”. Today, airstones are our primary topic. What are they? What do they do? Where do you place them within your aquarium? Let’s find out! What Is An Airstone? Aquarium air stones are also commonly known as “bubblers”. They are one…
Originally found in South America, guppies are small tropical fish that belong to the Poecillidae Family. They’ve made their way to the Western world via the constantly-growing aquarium hobby and are one of the most commonly kept tropical fish for both beginners and intermediate keepers. Guppies are incredibly active, colorful, and easy to care for….
Freshwater shrimp are a lovely addition to any aquarium, especially for those that are densely planted or that need a cleaning crew. Most shrimp species feed on food not consumed by fish and their specialized food, algae, live and dead plants, and even some types of worms. However, the biggest challenge of keeping…
Fish are one of the most diverse animals, inhabiting water with different parameters, including salinity. Some fish occur both in freshwater and saltwater environments, and we can use this feature in our aquariums, whether to populate a new tank or convert a freshwater aquarium to saltwater. The following are some species commonly kept…
Aquarium fish can die for many different reasons. Here are some reasons why your fish are dying and what to do. The aquarium is a delicate ecosystem, and many events can cause the sudden death of its members. If the fish in your aquarium die for no apparent reason, it is very likely…
Why is the aquarium water brown or yellow, and how to fix this problem? In this article, learn everything you need to do to make your water crystal clear! Typically, aquarium water should be crystal clear. But if your aquarium water is brown or yellowish, there could be something wrong with the system. …
Is the alkalinity of your aquarium water high, and you are in doubt about what it could be and how to lower it? This article will explain why this is happening in your aquarium! High alkalinity can be excellent for fish that tend to naturally live in hard, alkaline waters, such as African cichlids…
Blue tangs are one of the most common marine fish that aquarium hobbyists keep. These bright blue and black fish are beautiful, peaceful, and relatively easy to care for (as easy to care for as marine fish can be, anyway!). When introduced to an aquarium as a baby, it’s fun for aquarists to watch their…
When you’ve just arrived home with a new fish for your aquarium, the first thing you’re tempted to do upon coming in the front door is dumping them directly into their new home. However, it’s important to acclimate your new inhabitant first — but why? What happens if you don’t acclimate your fish before adding…