Aquarium

While bettas can thrive in a bowl, it is still more reasonable and more humane to have them put in a tank with a filter. Still, if you truly want your bettas to live longer then you shouldn’t be asking yourself whether or not you put them in a less spacious bowl or a more … Read more

Tons of gadgets promise to help you care for your fish. There are heaters, filters, oxygenators, and even LED lights. But which of these do you actually need? It helps to think about what’s best for your fishes, and what’s just decorative in function. The best aquarium thermometers, for example, help you keep an eye … Read more

Aquarium gravel or decorative gravel is added to aquariums to create contrast, luminosity, beauty and aid plant growth. In some rare cases, they even help in the creation of helpful bacteria.  For the most part, aquarium gravels are just colorful stones, but they serve a purpose nonetheless. They form a beautiful base for plant life … Read more

Many aquarium owners agree that a freshwater setup is much easier to maintain than a saltwater setup. For one thing, you don’t have to worry about achieving and maintaining the right salinity for your pets. Also, freshwater aquariums are inexpensive relative to saltwater types. There’s no need to splurge on specialized filters and the accompanying … Read more

Even though air pumps are not essential to the survival of fishes in an aquarium, they can make things a whole lot better. Additionally, they add a visual effect that just makes the fish tank more appealing. Add some LED lights and aquarium decorations, and you have a uniquely designed fish tank. For most aquarium … Read more

People have different reasons for keeping pet fishes. Some find their presence soothing and relaxing, while others like the responsibility of taking care of something. But regardless of your thoughts, you can’t deny that having a pet fish is a lot of responsibility. Besides the fish, you have to pay close attention to its home … Read more

One of the most sensitive devices you will ever have to purchase when you are setting up your fish tank is the filter. With hundreds of filters available on the market, sorting through them all to find the best filter for fish tanks can be challenging. Both saltwater and freshwater fish need at least three … Read more

Among most circles, owning a planted fresh or saltwater aquarium is considered twice as hard as simply dealing with only fish. While people will argue as to the difficulty and delicateness of maintaining an ecosystem of plant life and marine life, most agree that the extra oxygen and CO2 consumption is great for your fish … Read more