Ever wondered if plecos, Chinese algae eaters, and panda garras are related? It’s a fair question, because they all have sucker mouths! So, maybe they are related? Nope, they’re not related even though they have similar traits. This is called convergent evolution! Convergent evolution, simply put, is when different animals evolve in a similar way … Read more
Every Christmas I like to at least set a spot of money aside to get something new or fun for my fish tanks. If you’re a fishkeeper yourself or you’re shopping for an aquarium hobbyist loved one, then this list might give you some ideas! I like Christmas because, for me at least, it’s a … Read more
What are the best YouTube aquarium channels? The internet has been great for the fishkeeping hobby, there’s no denying that. But, for me, one platform stands out above all the websites, forums, and social media communities—that is YouTube! If you’re an aquarium hobbyist and you spend a lot of time online, then you’ve certainly heard … Read more
Finnex Stingray vs Stingray 2 – is it better? And, if it is better, is it worth the extra money? For a while now, the Finnex Stingray has been an excellent choice for fishkeepers who don’t want to shell out too much for a light. While it might be cheaper than the best of the … Read more
In this article, I want to tell you exactly why you should keep zebra danios! Not everything that’s popular is necessarily “good” or, more accurately, a good fit for you. But, popularity is a good starting point to look for quality, or general suitability. So, with that in mind, let’s look at one of the … Read more
By Guest Writer @LukesGoldies Choosing the right variety of goldfish to breed There are many different types of goldfish that can be chosen to breed, but only certain specific types are actually worth breeding on a small scale for profit. Some adult goldfish such as fantails may only sell for $10-15, but other goldfish such … Read more
Flowerhorns and red Texas cichlids—what’s the difference? Some people think a red Texas cichlid is a type of flowerhorn, and others don’t. So, in this pieice I’m aiming to answer that question along with some others: Are red Texas cichlids flowerhorns? How do you tell the difference between a flowerhorn and a red Texas? Can … Read more
Aquarium feeding rings—you might not have heard of them. But, they can be a useful utility and once you use them, you’ll probably always want to use them! So, what exactly is a feeding ring? A feeding ring is a plastic ring (or square or other shape) that floats on the surface of your aquarium’s … Read more
The “fireman’s dream” is a type of flowerhorn cichlid created by legendary Thai breeder Wuddy! What Are Flowerhorns? Flowerhorns are hybrid cichlids, they are created by mixing several different species of Central American cichlids. The trimac cichlid is thought to be the base used for flowerhorn strains. You can see evidence of this in the … Read more
How to stop fish from hiding out in your aquarium? It’s a tough one, for sure. It’s also a question that us fishkeepers have been wrangling with for years. Depending on what fish you keep, you might have never encountered this problem. Some fish are just inherently less skittish, e.g. goldfish. Mine don’t even flee … Read more
