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15th September 2009
When one buys a new pet, there are many "essential-supplementary" things that need to be bought. These are required because you cannot rightly handle your pets without these accessories. Which accessories are needed, that depends on the owner's choice as ... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson14th September 2009
There are two major betta fish care mistakes that cause many problems, they are food and water. Many new owners will overfeed their Betta, which in turn dirties the water more quickly and causes many other problems. Believe it or not your Betta can actual... Read >
Author: pamellaneely11th August 2009
Designing aquariums baths only takes a few bath accessories and you are on your way to creating a fabulous environment. Let's face it, there is nothing like nature and if you can create a natural-based atmosphere, why not go for it, especially if you do n... Read >
Author: Joel Booker10th August 2009
When it comes to care of cichlid fish, some cichlid enthusiasts will tell you that they are not an easy species to look after; much like the discus fish they need constant care and attention. But this shouldn’t put you off keeping a cichlid aquarium; th... Read >
Author: Michael H.29th July 2009
Discus fish make excellent pets for anyone who is interested in starting their own aquarium, however it is no discus fish secret that they are not the easiest fish to look after, in fact many discus fish enthusiast recommend that these species of fish sho... Read >
Author: Michael H.17th July 2009
If you are establishing an artificial marine environment for fish, most people choose to include a kind of plant life into the design. There are many reasons for this, most of which are aesthetic; nevertheless, there are some very real advantages to placi... Read >
Author: King of Kontent17th July 2009
When you're shopping for equipment for your fish aquarium, you need to remember that the water filling your aquarium will be a great deal cooler than many fish need to live. Many aquarium fish are used to a far higher temperature than your taps can supply... Read >
Author: King of Kontent16th July 2009
Do you have fish in your aquarium? If you do, believe it or not, you can take beautiful pictures of the fish using a telephoto lens.
So just how does one do it?
First things first, set your photography equipment up. Before you start taking any p... Read >
Author: Dan Feildman15th July 2009
Lighting is used in an aquarium for mainly two purposes that are providing artificial light for plants to grow and illuminating the tank in order to view your fish. While wondering “what type of lighting should I use in my aquarium” it is important to... Read >
Author: Devin Gilliland11th June 2009
Aquarium Stands play a pivotal role in fulfilling your fish keeping hobby. In developing an appropriate aquarium fish stand, many important features need to be considered such as material used to build aquarium stands, weight requirements for the stands i... Read >
Author: Debashree29th May 2009
The best way to make money with aquarium fish is to breed and sell them. You may be able to sell some to friends and family, but this market is by nature limited. The best bet may be to see if you can sell them back to the place where you bought them. If ... Read >
Author: suegold14th May 2009
Keeping the water in your fish tank clean, pristine and healthy can be one of the most difficult tasks there is. If you are not very experienced having water trouble can be very puzzling and sometimes the problem can’t even been seen. Some aquarium fish... Read >
Author: Deon Du Plessis17th April 2009
Pet is a part of our life because they are symbol of true love without any demand and need, many animals return the affection shown to them by humans. Animals have played a significant role in human customs, legends, and religions. They give companionship... Read >
Author: Ketty09th March 2009
Angelfish is a large breed. The Pterophyllum spp. Cichlidae family includes the black Angel come from the Amazon Basin. As well, the fish are found in Orinoco and Rio Tapajos. Angelfish are choice aquarium fish, since the breeds will feast on huge live ba... Read >
Author: suegold02nd February 2009
How to maintain Goldfish:Most of the accidents in aquarium fish tragedies occur from the ignorance on the owner’s part to provide proper fish care. If you plan to have fish at your home, it is important that you learn the types of fish and how to, care ... Read >
Author: suegold31st January 2009
The Leopard Filefish caught my interest. This bona fid ugly marine fish comes from the family of Balistidae. The fish is commonly found in the Amanses Sandwichiensis group. The fish dwells in the Pacific, Atlantic, and the Indian Oceans. The fish is also ... Read >
Author: Jody Siena31st January 2009
Tilapia is a termed used for cichlids fish of the genus Tilapia as well as a few other cichlids that not really are tilapia fish. The genus tilapia contains more than 100 species and is originally found in Africa and parts of the Middle East but can today... Read >
Author: Travis Booth20th January 2009
Most of the accidents in aquarium fish tragedies occur from the ignorance on the owner’s part to provide proper fish care. If you plan to have fish at your home, it is important that you learn the types of fish and how to, care for them. You will also n... Read >
Author: Jody Siena17th January 2009
The Catfish SolutionsCatfish are good eating critters; as well, some of these fish will gulp down other fish. Catfish is an all time favorite, yet few catfish are more difficult to maintain than other catfish are. Since many catfish are available, we will... Read >
Author: suegold12th January 2009
Angelfish is a large breed. The Pterophyllum spp. Cichlidae family includes the black Angel come from the Amazon Basin. As well, the fish are found in Orinoco and Rio Tapajos. Angelfish are choice aquarium fish, since the breeds will feast on huge live ba... Read >
Author: Jody Siena08th January 2009
Catfish include the body of Siluridae, which is actually off springs of the Catfish. The European catfish, including the naked skinned fish is kin to the Asiatic group. The translucent layers of skin makes the Siluridae group one of the less desired aquar... Read >
Author: Jody Siena29th December 2008
Over the internet and at local pet shops, you will find a wide assortment of helpful information related to freshwater fish and saltwater fish. Freshwater fish include the tropical and coldwater fish. Saltwater fish are also listed under Marine fish. Aqua... Read >
Author: Jody Siena29th December 2008
Catfish are good eating critters; as well, some of these fish will gulp down other fish. Catfish is an all time favorite, yet few catfish are more difficult to maintain than other catfish are. Since many catfish are available, we will discuss a handful, o... Read >
Author: Jody Siena05th December 2008
Keeping gorgeous tropical fish, and capturing a soothing environment in a stylish aquarium, is something many fish lover dreams of. There is just something magical and relaxing about watching vibrant and colorful creatures swim through the clear water, hi... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer26th November 2008
If you are thinking about starting to keep discus aquarium fish, it is important that you know how to find and choose healthy fish for your tank. Choosing the wrong fish, from the wrong person can be very frustrating to your hobby, because you will be con... Read >
Author: Mark Hall25th August 2008
Many people consider that fish are only a medium of survival, or to some extent a food supply; yet there is another angle that is little known. The manufacturing industry utilizes more than two billion pounds of fish and fish by-products every year. This ... Read >
Author: Jeanie Smith14th August 2008
BASIC PIRANHA FACTS
Piranhas have red throats, razor-sharp teeth to rip flesh with ease, and silvery gold flesh (red-bellies have red bellies, of course). Piranhas are native to South America and Guyana and it's against the law to bring them in and out... Read >
Author: Pathen Pros14th August 2008
BASIC PIRANHA FACTS
Piranhas have red throats, razor-sharp teeth to rip flesh with ease, and silvery gold flesh (red-bellies have red bellies, of course). Piranhas are native to South America and Guyana and it's against the law to bring them in and out... Read >
Author: Pathen Pros02nd July 2008
Tilapia is one among nearly a hundred species of cichlid fishes characterized by dorsal fins with some varietues being brightly colored, from the tilapiine group. This group includes many popular aquarium fish. They were originally found in Africa but tod... Read >
Author: Raki21st June 2008
The first thing to take into consideration is just where the baggy eyes have come from. There are actually several sources that could be the cause of your puffy eyes. For some of you, the reason that you get them is from your genetic makeup. If this is th... Read >
Author: peterhutch08th April 2008
The most important objective in keeping tropical fish is to replicate the natural environment that the fish originally came from. There is a natural balance that fish like between water, plants, aeration and quality of water. If the tank is in balance –... Read >
Author: Pete Wright01st April 2008
Aquarium fish keeping has always been considered an very pleasant and fulfilling hobby. This fun and irresistible activity is becoming increasingly popular among the American public. If you love to keep fish as pets, then learning to look after your fish ... Read >
Author: John Roberts11th March 2008
Aquarium fish fall ill just like any other pet. The illnesses are as a result of disease. The common diseases that affect aquarium fish are mostly stress induced.
The micro-organisms which cause these diseases may be present in the water as part of th... Read >
Author: arana26th June 2007
Perhaps nothing can attract the attention of visitors to your home than the sight of a well-tended tank of aquarium fish. I’m pretty sure that if you are at all like most people, upon visiting a home with a well-kept aquarium that you are instantly draw... Read >
Author: sveisko25th January 2007
1. Betta fish have superbly developed eyesight and therefore they swim to the top of the tank whenever they see a human hand hovering over it to place the food in.
2. Another name for betta fish is the Siamese fighting fish and its name is pronounced in ... Read >
Author: Dennis20th November 2006
Proven Health Benefits from Aquariums
Frenetic lifestyles have become the norm in today’s society. Eight hour work days are becoming atypical in the corporate world. With fast paced lifestyles comes increased stress. What is a good way to appease ... Read >
Author: Aquariumsource16th November 2006
Copyright 2006 Michael Saville
Having an aquarium can be a source of great joy and satisfaction. People who have fish as pet find that they feel calmer and happier when they watch the aquarium. Fish make really great pets, and do not make hardly any de... Read >
Author: Michael Saville13th August 2006
Ammonia Poisoning
From the author of Start Your Own Aquarium
Ammonia poisoning is one of the biggest killers of aquarium fish. It occurs most often when a tank is newly set up. However, it can also occur in an established tank when too many new fish h... Read >
Author: Dr Laurence Magne20th July 2006
For years new hobbyist has asked Aquariumsource.com what size aquarium they should purchase as a first aquarium. We always struggle with the answer (as it seems more like a sales pitch) but the largest aquarium you can afford and have space for truly i... Read >
Author: Derek Vanderpool27th April 2006
Another thing to watch out for in a newly installed tank is the quantity of food: very little of this should be given during the fist three weeks. Mind you! I am not suggesting that you should not give them food at all, because without food, no bacterial ... Read >
Author: Jordan Gartner27th April 2006
Aquarium fish also falls ill just like any other pets. The illnesses are as a result of disease. The common diseases that affect aquarium fish are mostly stress induced.
The micro-organisms which cause this diseases may be present in the water as part... Read >
Author: Jordan Gartner27th April 2006
It's very important as part of your plan for having successful aquarium to take note of the type of inhabitants, which one of them is fish. Never buy fish before finding out about its requirement first.
You really need to take your time to ask questio... Read >
Author: Jordan Gartner27th April 2006
As we all know rivers and lakes are the natural habits for fish and other marines. Rivers and lakes have large surface area which makes maximum provision of oxygen for fish survival possible. On the other hand aquarium is not like river or lake, it has a ... Read >
Author: Jordan Gartner01st April 2006
Popular Aquarium Fish Accessories
Many homes and business offices around the country are home to a number of aquarium fishes. Aquarium fish are often purchased for decoration purposes in many offices or for pets in homes where other pets may be prohib... Read >
Author: chrono stock25th March 2006
Tropical Fish : Tank Basics
Aquarium fish are like pets and you have to know what you're doing and this article will cover one of the basics : what to look for when buying tropical fish, this article will cover the tank. Look for a tank that is big eno... Read >
Author: John Mallon16th February 2006
I have already talked about selecting great fish and how to transport them home and settle them in to there new surroundings. Today I'm going to tell you about the correct way to feed your aquarium fish because it is one of the most important factors of k... Read >
Author: Rob Mellor16th February 2006
So what aquarium is best for you. If you've been to the aquatics or have even seen some aquarium fish in your local pet shop then you may be interested in setting up an aquarium. The problem is most people don't know where to start and they don't know wha... Read >
Author: Rob Mellor20th January 2006
So now you've purchased some tropical fish. You've made sure you have selected healthy fish and you have done your homework to make sure the fish that you have will go together.
Your fish should have been packed in a plastic bag with oxygen and then pu... Read >
Author: Rob Mellor16th January 2006
So you want to keep tropical fish and have a stunning aquarium sitting in your living room or anywhere else in your house for that matter. Maybe you wish to breed topical fish in the future as a hobby or even make a living from it. If your thinking of get... Read >
Author: Rob Mellor30th October 2005
Scientific Name: Botia macracanthus
Other Scientific Name(s): Cobitis macracanthus, Botia macrocanthus
Common Name: Clown Loach
Clown loaches are very popular aquarium fish; however they are not always easy to keep successfully since they easily succ... Read >
Author: William Berg
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