Emperor Tetra Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (76 Liters) Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: 5.0-7.5 pH and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C) Maximum Size: 2 ½ “(6 cm) The emperor tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) is a small, peaceful freshwater fish, commonly available in the aquarium hobby. Emperor tetras are considered to be one of the … [Read more...] about Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) – The Complete Care Guide for Emperor Tetras
Jack Dempsey (Rocio octofasciata) – The Complete Care Guide for Jack Dempseys
Jack Dempsey Stats Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons (208 Liters) Care Level: Moderately Difficult Water Conditions: 6.5-8.0 pH and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 72-77°F (22-25°C) Maximum Size: 8 inches (20 cm) The Jack Dempsey (Rocio octofasciata) is a popular species of cichlid, known for its belligerent nature. Named after the famous 1920s boxer, Jack … [Read more...] about Jack Dempsey (Rocio octofasciata) – The Complete Care Guide for Jack Dempseys
The Easiest Freshwater Fish to Breed in an Aquarium
Livebearers Guppies With the possible exception of convict cichlids, there is arguably no tropical fish easier to breed than guppies. There’s an expression in the aquarium hobby – ‘to breed guppies, just add water’. And it’s a surprisingly accurate expression. All it takes to breed guppies is moderately clean water and at least one male and female (though it’s … [Read more...] about The Easiest Freshwater Fish to Breed in an Aquarium
Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus Erythrozonus) – The Complete Care Guide for Glowlight Tetras
Glowlight Tetra Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons (37 Liters) Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: pH 5.5-7.5 Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 74-82°F (24-28°C) Maximum Size: 1.5 inches (4 cm) The glowlight tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus) is a small tropical fish that is widely considered to be one of the best choices for a community aquarium. These fish … [Read more...] about Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus Erythrozonus) – The Complete Care Guide for Glowlight Tetras
5 Warning Signs Something is Wrong in Your Aquarium
Aquariums are delicately balanced tiny ecosystems, where if even the smallest thing is off, the situation can quickly go from ‘minor problem’ to ‘fish apocalypse’. Because of this, it’s important to act on problems early, when they can still be remedied without losing all your favorite fish. Sometimes the symptoms of a problem in an aquarium can be easy to overlook, but … [Read more...] about 5 Warning Signs Something is Wrong in Your Aquarium