Dried catappa leaves are often used in aquariums to lower pH, add tannins, feed shrimp, heal mild ailments, and more. Find out if your fish would benefit from them.
Need recommendations for beautiful aquarium plants that can transform your fish tank? We interviewed our CEO Cory McElroy to find out which plants are his current favorites.
Out of all the colorful, popular livebearers sold in the aquarium hobby, we often recommend Endler’s livebearers to beginners. Keep reading to find out why they’re so likeable and easy to care for.
Tired of trying to net your aquarium fish? Learn about the tried-and-true technique we use at our fish store to catch even the fastest, most slippery creatures.
Nano fish tanks are very popular for their beauty and compact size, but it can be challenging to find animals that are tiny enough to comfortably live in them. Learn about our top 10 aquarium fish for 5- to 20-gallon tanks.
Clown loaches are popular, playful fish that start small but grow to the size of a foot-long sub. After owning them for more than 10 years, here’s what we’ve learned about caring for these jolly giants.
Water circulation is important even in freshwater fish tanks because it improves oxygenation, sweeps up particles into your filter, and provides enrichment for river fish.
Beginner fish are popular with both newcomers and veterans in the aquarium hobby because they are colorful, cheap, and easy to care for. Learn about our top 10 favorites we constantly recommend in our store.
Tiger barbs are known for their bright colors and tight schooling behavior, but they have a fondness for fin nipping. Find out how to minimize their aggression and care for this exciting species.
If your planted aquarium is growing out of control, is it possible to sell the extra trimmings for money? Let’s discuss three approaches for selling aquarium plants, ranging from casual hobbyist to serious entrepreneur.
If you have timid or territorial fish in your aquarium, try calming them down with dither fish. Dither fish are outgoing species that swim out in the open all the time, and their relaxed behavior helps shy fish feel safer and diffuses aggression from fish bullies.
GloFish are an extremely popular fish among beginners because of their stunning neon colors, lively behavior, and hardiness. Find out how they got their fluorescent glow and how to best care for them.
