Oscars fight, it’s what they do. Not all of them fight, but a good portion of oscars are just naturally quarrelsome. In nature oscars are territorial. In the wild their territory will be much bigger than the tanks the vast majority of us can provide. But, like I say, not all oscars fight—some are nice … Read more
Maybe you’re thinking about breeding angelfish? Or you might have some tiny ones for sale at the fish store? Well, in that case, you’ll be wondering what the angelfish growth rate is. This article will cover how fast angelfish grow, what their maximum size is, and how to best achieve healthy, fast growing angelfish. Disclaimer … Read more
Floating plants, they’re a bit of an opinion divider in the aquarium hobby. Personally, I love them. But, trying to stay objective, they do have their pros, and they have their cons. For example, floating plants are great because they provide shade and cover for your nervous fish. This will mean any skittish fish you … Read more
Cork bark sure does look awesome, doesn’t it? So, you’re wondering if it’s aquarium safe. Yes, it can be used safely in a fish tank. But, you must keep a few things in mind before trying it as part of your aquascape. Cork Bark Floats – Biggest Challenge The first thing you need to know … Read more
I want my java moss to float, how do I do it? It’s a question that has been popping up on aquarium forums for as long as I’ve been in the hobby. But, the frustrating truth is that while java moss might float around your tank for a while, eventually it’ll sink a little bit … Read more
Let’s talk about the difference between red and super red Texas cichlids, because for the newcomer it can seem confusing! Obtaining red coloration via selecting breeding (or hybridizing in this case) has always been a bit of a unicorn in the fishkeeping hobby. Red in goldfish is challenging to obtain and sustain, and if you … Read more
The thing about red Texas cichlids is the price, isn’t it? Sometimes they go for hundreds and hundreds of dollars, and yet, you can pick them up at PetSmart for less than $50! It can be tempting to go for that less expensive fish, but you just can’t kick that nagging feeling that the more … Read more
Fishkeeping is a bit like a hobby of “secrets” and, slowly but surely, you learn successful practices over years in the hobby. There are all kinds of tips and tricks you pick up along the way. One of the first questions to answer is: what on earth should I be feeding my fish? There are … Read more
The cherry barb is one of those special fish: a beginner mainstay, at the same time as being an expert’s favorite. And, heck, even intermediate fishkeepers love cherry barbs. It’s easy to understand why when you see the rich cherry color of the male. The Various Names The Cherry Barb Goes By This fish’s scientific … Read more
So, you’ve either bought or are thinking about buying some sailfin mollies? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In this article we’ll cover what you need to know to keep them successfully, and there’ll be a few tidbits that might surprise you. There’s a reason the popular fish are the popular fish. Think of … Read more
