There are few aquarium experiences as rewarding as keeping cichlids. While most people have kept small schools of minnows or a handful of languid goldfish at some point in their lives, cichlids are a completely different experience. Not only are cichlids attractive fish, but they provide a level of interaction that few other fish can match. Many cichlids will grow to … [Read more...] about The 5 Best Beginner Cichlids to Choose for an Aquarium
Head-and-Taillight Tetras – A How-To Guide for Caring for Head-and-Taillight Tetras
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (75 Liters) Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: PH 5-5-7.5 Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C) Maximum Size: 2 inches (5 cm) The head-and-taillight tetra (Hemigrammus ocellifer), also known as the beacon tetra, is a small and popular beginner fish. They have the distinction of being one of the best-suited … [Read more...] about Head-and-Taillight Tetras – A How-To Guide for Caring for Head-and-Taillight Tetras
How to Safely Lower the pH in an Aquarium
First off, it’s usually not recommended to alter the pH levels in an aquarium, but there are certain circumstances where you may have no choice but to lower the pH. It could be because you’re trying to breed a fish like neons that only spawn in soft water, or perhaps you’re trying to keep a wild-caught fish that simply won’t survive in water with a high pH. But before you … [Read more...] about How to Safely Lower the pH in an Aquarium
Corydoras Julii – The Care, Feeding, and Breeding of Corydoras Julii
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (75 Liters) Care Level: Moderately Difficult Water Conditions: PH 5-5-7.5 Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 68-79°F (20-26°C) Maximum Size: 2 inches (5 cm) The Corydoras julii, also known as the julii cory, is one of the most sought-after species of corydoras catfish in the hobby - but tend to be relatively rare in stores. … [Read more...] about Corydoras Julii – The Care, Feeding, and Breeding of Corydoras Julii
How to Make Money Breeding Fish
One question that often appears in my inbox is “How can I make money breeding fish?” And you can’t blame people for asking. Keeping fish is an expensive hobby and if you can earn some money doing what you already love, why not do it? After all, if you could breed just a few of the more expensive fish at home, you could probably earn some decent money - or at least cover the … [Read more...] about How to Make Money Breeding Fish