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Aquarium filtration systems, how do they work?

Before you enter any store asking for advice about which filter will suit your aquarium. We recommend you go armed with this basic knowledge about filtration systems. This will help you to make an informed decision and it will save you from future headaches. Let’s start by understanding what filters are designed for. A 50 gallon tank may look like a huge container of water for you and me, but it is nothing in comparison with any natu

Denison's Barb (puntius denisonii) a controversial species

Originating from the fast- flowing hill streams and rivers of the state of Kerala and South Karnataka in South India. They can grow up to 6 in (15 cm) and have a life-span of 8 years. This fish is a relatively new addition to the fish keeping hobby. The Denison's barb is a schooling fish that is usually kept in groups of six or more. They tend to be peaceful but some have been known to be slightly aggressive around food, especially if

Livebearers: colorful fish with a unique form of reproduction.

Livebearers have evolved a unique form of reproduction among fish: they give live birth instead of laying eggs. Fertilized internally, the embryos will take a month to develop before they can be safely released in the water by the mother. Miniature replicas of their parents, it will take up to two to three months for the newly hatched babies to reach adulthood. During this time they are extremely vulnerable to adult livebearers, includi

The Giant Gourami (Osphronemus goramy)

Originating from India it can grow up to 28" (70 cm). Giant gouramis can adapt to a wide range of water conditions from brackish water, to particularly slow-moving areas such as swamps, lakes and large rivers. Capable of breathing moist air, it can survive during dry seasons due to their ability to "climb" out of water and "walk" short distances in search of small ponds where they can remain for long periods, gulping up air at the surfa

Blue Acara Cichlid (Aequidens pulcher)

These are easy to breed cichlids that do well in a community aquarium with other fish of similar size. The Blue Acara requires an aquarium of at least 50-gallons, with a sandy bottom, rocks and plenty of hiding places among the rocks. Generally peaceful with other fish of similar size, but can get territorial during breeding time. To promote breeding, raise aquarium temperature to 78-82°F. Male and female will care for the young. The female will lay the eggs on a cleaned rock. They will spawn about every two weeks […][...] Read more »

Nijssens Dwarf (apistogramma nijsseni) Cichlid

Depending on the mood and condition of the fish, a number of dark vertical bands cross the body and a dark diagonal band reaches from the eye across the gill cover. On the best specimens, the dorsal fin is blue with a red and yellow edge, and the rounded edge of the tail is bright red. Females are less intensely colored. HABITAT: South America. Compatible: South American Cichlids of similar size, Loaches, Plecos, and scavenger Catfish. Aquarium Setup: 72-80°F; pH 6.5-8.0; dH 9-20 Diet: Omnivorous Size: 2 in (5 cm)[...] Read more »