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How do I deal with aquarium snails? Nathan Hill • Aquarium snails are considered a pest by some and a pal by others. Spotting snails in your aquarium may not cause any issue at first, but that novelty may quickly wears off and disrupt the eco-system - and when the numbers get out of hand, you’ll need to intervene.
Everything you need to know about the brilliantly bright sparkling ...
I recently wrote a piece on how I recommend liquorice gouramis as the perfect inhabitant for your first blackwater aquarium because of their small size, awesome personality and behaviours. Well, I did not want to leave out those with tastes that are a little greener. What size aquarium do sparkling gourami need?
Liquorice gourami- the best fish to stock in your blackwater …
A love for blackwater. For someone with a reputation of enjoying ‘brown fish, in brown water,’ it may be of little surprise that the l iquorice gouramis (Parosphromenus spp.) are now a firm favourite of mine. Although, I strongly disagree with my wife, saying they are ‘brown’, I do know plenty of people that agree with her.
A guide to acclimatising your new fish or shrimp - Practical …
Getting new fish or invertebrates is always an exciting moment for any aquarium keeper, but doing it correctly is important to reduce the amount of stress the animals experience. Alex details a simple guide on how to acclimate them to their new tank.
5 freshwater 'fish' that are probably best to avoid breeding
Header Photo by Shutterstock Fish not to breed at home. Let me just start by stating that this list is by no means exhaustive and I am sure every store, hobbyist or fish club will have their own pet peeve with a certain species being bred.
39 top tips for fishkeepers - Practical Fishkeeping
Here are some of our favourite fishkeeping tips. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned fishkeeper, there's something here for you! 13 tips for new fishkeepers
Beginners Guide to Keeping Fish - Practical Fishkeeping
Welcome to all new, and newish fishkeepers! In our Fishkeeping Beginners Hub, you’ll find regular articles full of fishkeeping information and top tips focused on you – taking you from nervous noob to budding hobbyist.
38 ways to make fishkeeping cheaper! - Practical Fishkeeping
Costs have risen significantly and cutbacks are having to be made in every walk of life. Yet that doesn’t mean we have to give up on what we love doing most — and that’s maintaining our aquariums.
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20 tips to make fishkeeping easier - Practical Fishkeeping
Not every piece of fishkeeping advice is costly or difficult to implement. Don't believe us? Read on. There may be a few surprises for you along the way!