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Choosing Freshwater Aquarium Fish

Written by aquaman on February 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Choosing your freshwater aquarium fish can be a daunting task. There are after all so many decisions to be made as to the type of fish you would like to keep, how much work is involved in maintaining and even the types of food that they should have. Consider the purchase of your fish as an investment and remember that time spent planning and researching in the initial stages can make a great deal of difference to the success of your aquarium going forward.

When choosing your freshwater aquarium fish it is worth you considering the following points:

What size tank do you have? If you have a small tank then you will need smaller fish and fewer of them. Just remember that some fish quickly outgrow their tanks so double check their average size prior to purchase. Read more »

Banjo Catfish

Written by aquaman on December 1, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Banjo Catfish are peaceful and yet distinctly unusual fish that will add a sense of uniqueness to any freshwater community aquarium. They are hardy, nocturnal fish that adjust to any aquarium condition but if you wish to have fish that are vividly colored and instantly detectable, these catfish may not be the ones for you. The Banjo Catfish is a fairly sedimentary fish and can often be mistaken for dead as it lies on the unobtrusively at the bottom of the tank, if you try to touch them however, they will quickly swim away. Banjo catfish are bottom feeders and prefer to root around on the tank floor, burrowing for food at night and they prefer some light vegetation and a sandy bottom as opposed to gravel. They are exceptional at hiding away as their coloring lends to easy blending with their surroundings.

Gourami Species Selection and Care

Written by aquaman on November 4, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Vibrant and vivacious, gouramis are among the most popular freshwater fish for novice aquarium owners. Because gourami are relatively easy to care for, easy to obtain, and get along well with a wide range of other freshwater aquarium fish, gourami make excellent starter fish for the beginner as well as fine additions to the collection of the adept aquarium aficionado. These lively and attractive fish provide rewarding introduction into the world of freshwater aquarium ownership. Read more »

LED Aquarium Lighting

Written by aquaman on October 14, 2011 · Leave a Comment

LED aquarium lighting is starting to gain popularity with both fresh water aquariums and salt water aquariums. There are a few major reasons for this like an LEDs wider color spectrum than other light bulbs. LED lights for aquariums are much safer and efficient than other types of aquarium lighting. And LED light bulbs last a lot longer than other aquarium lights.

To better understand aquarium LED lighting, it is best to first learn a bit about LEDs. LED is short for light-emitting diodes. This sort of light performs to produce white light. An LED lighting apparatus contains a number of diodes that project several different colors. The variation is a product of diverse wavelengths. They usually have the basic colors (blue, red and yellow). The combination of these diodes produce white light.

A Bit About Bettas

Written by aquaman on October 8, 2011 · Leave a Comment

One of the most interesting fish and, consequently, one of the most popular aquarium inhabitants on Earth is the Betta. It’s not hard to understand why. Just watch one next time you visit your local pet shop and it will not take you long to discover what all the fuss is about.

Bettas are the very epitome of beauty, elegance, and style. With their dazzling colors and long flowing fins, Bettas are the very epitome of grace and splendor. Just taking a moment to sit and watch one as it floats through an aquarium, trailing its wispy, fan-shaped fins slowly back and forth through the water can spark the imagination and transport the mind to exotic and fantastic locations.

Bettas arrest our interest with more than just their dazzling colors and delicate appearance, though. In fact, it is what lies beneath that delicate façade that, more than anything makes the Betta unique. For lurking just below the Betta’s shimmering scales beats the heart of a ferocious warrior. Yes, the Betta is a spectacular floating contradiction, the likes of which could only come out of Asia.

Freshwater Aquarium Setup

Written by aquaman on October 3, 2011 · Leave a Comment

Many people purchase freshwater aquariums and fish as a starter tank. Though these do require less involved set ups than salt water tanks, there are still yet many things to consider with a freshwater aquarium setup. Well meaning parents often purchase these tanks for their children without considering the true level of responsibility that actually comes along with owning freshwater aquariums and fish only to find disappointment later on. There are a few key ways that new fish friends can enjoy not only longer lived freshwater fish, but a healthier, happier tank.

Before we go into the actual set up, let’s talk a little bit about the equipment you will need to start out with. It is important to have everything necessary, whether your freshwater aquarium was a gift or something you purchased. The first thing you will need to determine is the size of the aquarium you would like to have. This is actually a matter of knowing what sort of fish will be inhabiting the tank and how many you intend to keep. Most beginners find it is best to begin with either a ten or twenty gallon set up, and go with smaller, more resilient species.