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Freshwater Fish


Feature Writer: Douglas DuHamel
Doug DuHamel, mkf

Fish and invertebrates can live in freshwater, saltwater, ponds, mud puddles and swamps. Find out how you can replicate these diverse environments in your own aquarium through equipment such as lighting, water conditions, decorations and filtration.

Man has destroyed a large amount of the fish population. Discover how you can help save this fragile environment.

Learn about compatibility of fish species or find out how to prevent and treat various fish diseases. Discover how to culture live food for your fish.

Find out why breeding fish is a satisfying and profitable hobby.

Frontosa at Vancouver Aquarium, Doug DuHamel
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Peacock Cichlid Care and Breeding

In: Aquariums

Peacock Cichlids are highly recommended for breeding because they are non-aggressive, hardy and have no special dietary requirements. more...

The Rusty Cichlid

In: Aquariums

This peaceful African cichlid is a pleasure to observe in an aquarium because of its playful nature. more...

The Bull Shark

In: Freshwater Fish (general)

The Bull Shark is responsible for a high number of attacks on humans because it swims in shallow water. more...

Raising Wild Caught Fish

In: Aquariums

Investing in wild caught fish can be a costly mistake if you lack experience in fish keeping. more...

National Geographic Megafishes Project

In: Freshwater Fish

The National Geographic Society's project to tag and study at least 20 species of large freshwater fish is intended to raise awareness of potential extinction. more...

Saving the American Paddlefish

In: Freshwater Fish

Also known as the Mississippi Paddlefish or Spoon Bill, this popular sport fish is becoming extinct like the Chinese Paddlefish. more...

The Chinese Paddlefish

In: Freshwater Fish

The last adult Chinese Paddlefish was seen in the Yangtze River in 2003 and no young fish have been seen since 1995. more...

The Freshwater Barracuda

In: Freshwater Fish

The Freshwater Barracuda is a predatory fish by nature, expensive to feed, needs lots of aquarium space and caution must be taken when finding compatible tank mates. more...

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