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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.
Chinese Freshwater Emperor Bat Fish
In: Aquariums
Just like catfish and algae eaters, the Chinese Emperor Bat Fish sifts through aquarium gravel and eats discarded food and removes algae from plants, rocks and driftwood. more...
Key Hole Cichlids in the Aquarium
In: Aquariums
Key Hole Cichlids are peaceful and easy to breed but are getting more difficult to find in pet stores. more...
How to Prevent Aquarium Disease
In: Aquariums
Not every fish is the same. Some need certain foods in their diet and others have specific requirements for water hardness, acid and alkalinity. more...
Keeping Midas Cichlids in an Aquarium
In: Aquariums
Midas Cichlids are known to be aggressive and need to have a large aquarium because of their large size. If not careful, they can break a tank. more...
In: Aquariums
The Blood Parrot Cichlid is the subject of controversy due to the ethics of genetic modification and cross-breeding. more...
How to Repair and Reseal Aquariums
In: Aquariums
An aquarium does not have to be thrown out because it leaks or the glass is broken. Seams can be resealed and panes can be replaced as a do-it-yourself project. more...
In: Aquariums
The crossbreeding of several South American cichlids has produced the Flowerhorn in an attempt to develop exquisite colors and markings that may bring in high prices. more...
In: Aquariums
Adding plants to an aquarium can be a mistake if it contains fish that destroy plants or if the lighting is inadequate. Know how and when to use plants. more...
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How to Clean a Dirty Fish Tank
In: Aquariums
By: Sarah Smith
By: Ian Shoust
Setting Up Your First Tropical Fish Tank
In: Aquariums
By: Jude Schweppe
Feeding, Housing, and Caring for Betta Fish
By: Ian Shoust
In: Freshwater Fish
By: Ian Dutton
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