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 [...] Read more »
Banjo Catfish
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. [...] Read more »
Gourami Species Selection and Care
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 [...] Read more »
A Bit About Bettas
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 [...] Read more »
Freshwater Aquarium Setup
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 [...] Read more »