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Aquarium Journaling
These days everyone seems to have a blog. But do they blog about aquariums? All of us have had mistakes and successes with our aquariums. Why not share them?
These days everyone seems to have a blog. But do they blog about aquariums? All of us have had mistakes and successes with our aquariums. Why not share them?
Fish Health
When fish are sick, they can't tell you what is wrong. If your fish appear to be sick, this resource will help you diagnose and treat them. You'll also find tips to prevent future illness.
When fish are sick, they can't tell you what is wrong. If your fish appear to be sick, this resource will help you diagnose and treat them. You'll also find tips to prevent future illness.
Can I Use Outdoor Gravel In My Aquarium?
The question is an old one, and is still debated. Can outdoor rocks gravel, or sand be used in an aquarium? Here's my take on the question.
The question is an old one, and is still debated. Can outdoor rocks gravel, or sand be used in an aquarium? Here's my take on the question.
Health Benefits of Aquarium Fish
Do you have a stressful life, high blood pressure, insomnia? Keeping an aquarium may be good therapy for you. Studies going back as far as the late 80’s have shown that gazing at aquarium fish reduces stress and subsequently lowers blood pressure.
Do you have a stressful life, high blood pressure, insomnia? Keeping an aquarium may be good therapy for you. Studies going back as far as the late 80’s have shown that gazing at aquarium fish reduces stress and subsequently lowers blood pressure.
How Many Fish?
Virtually every fish owner has gazed at their aquarium and wondered just how many fish can be put in there. Unfortunately aquariums don't come with a stocking chart slapped on the side. Here are some factors to consider to help determine how many fish your tank can support.
Virtually every fish owner has gazed at their aquarium and wondered just how many fish can be put in there. Unfortunately aquariums don't come with a stocking chart slapped on the side. Here are some factors to consider to help determine how many fish your tank can support.
Stocking Your Aquarium Evenly
One of the factors often overlooked when choosing fish for a community aquarium is the level the fish prefer. Choosing fish that prefer different levels will result in a more attractive aquarium, while assuring that the fish will not have to compete for space. Here is how to stock your community tank evenly.
One of the factors often overlooked when choosing fish for a community aquarium is the level the fish prefer. Choosing fish that prefer different levels will result in a more attractive aquarium, while assuring that the fish will not have to compete for space. Here is how to stock your community tank evenly.
Preferred Levels of Community Fish
Choosing fish that prefer different levels will result in a more attractive aquarium and assures that your fish will not have to compete for space. Here is a list, split by preferred level, of one hundred fish that can be part of a community tank. Keep in mind that water conditions (pH, temp, hardness), size, and compatibility must also be considered when choosing fish for your community tank.
Choosing fish that prefer different levels will result in a more attractive aquarium and assures that your fish will not have to compete for space. Here is a list, split by preferred level, of one hundred fish that can be part of a community tank. Keep in mind that water conditions (pH, temp, hardness), size, and compatibility must also be considered when choosing fish for your community tank.
Lifespan of Aquarium Fish
Ever wondered how long your fish will live? Lifespans of aquarium fish vary considerably depending on the species, as well as the care they are given. This list provides an estimate of what to expect for your fish.
Ever wondered how long your fish will live? Lifespans of aquarium fish vary considerably depending on the species, as well as the care they are given. This list provides an estimate of what to expect for your fish.