Air pumps are commonly used with aquarium filters, decorations, and many other air-driven devices, but what exactly do they do and how do you know if your fish tank needs one? In this article, we explain when to use an air pump, how to pick the right one, and how...
Wish you could put lily pads in your aquarium? Check out the dwarf aquarium lily or Nymphaea stellata. Compared to your typical green aquarium plant, the dwarf lily has unique, arrow-shaped leaves ranging from reddish-bronze to pinkish-green in color.
Looking for a colorful, hardy fish that’s easy to breed? Platies have always been one of our favorite livebearers to recommend to both beginners and veterans. Learn more about their care requirements when it comes to housing, tank mates, feeding, and breeding.
Fish keeping can be an expensive hobby, so is it possible to breed aquarium fish at home and sell them for a profit? Learn about the best fish to breed, what supplies to buy, and how to sell them.
Anubias rot is an uncommon disease that can affect anubias plants in the aquarium hobby. Unfortunately, there is very little information about how it starts and how to stop its spread. In this article, let's talk about the common symptoms, possible causes, and the best course of action to take.
Between their iridescent colors and confident personality, German blue ram cichlids are one of the most striking freshwater fish in the aquarium hobby. In this article, master breeder Dean shares his decades of experience in keeping, breeding, and raising this amazing dwarf cichlid.
Getting a new 20-gallon aquarium is like starting with a fresh, blank canvas because there are so many possibilities for the decorations, live plants, and of course aquarium fish. If you’re stuck in analysis paralysis from all the choices, here are five of our favorite setup ideas to help inspire...
Aquarium fish always act hungry, so how do you know when to feed them?
Keep reading to learn all about how much and how often to feed fish, what to give them, and how long they can go without food if you’re on vacation.
Angelfish are a very popular fish because of their long and majestic fins, spirited personalities, and ease of breeding. Learn more about their care requirements when it comes to housing, tank mates, feeding, raising fry, and more.
If you’re starting a new aquarium, wouldn’t it be nice if an experienced aquarist could lead you step-by-step through the entire process? Follow along as we share our best practices and pitfalls to avoid while setting up the perfect home for your new pet fish.
If your aquarium is covered with unsightly algae, you need some hungry helpers to get the outbreak under control. In this top 10 list of amazing algae eaters, we’ve gathered animals that are not only safe for aquatic plants but can often work together for increased effectiveness.
Are you looking for a Plecostomus catfish or suckerfish to keep your aquarium clean? Before you make the purchase, let’s talk about this amazing animal, their care requirements, and whether or not plecos are the right pet fish for you.
