Aquarium lighting is an important component of a fish tank setup. Proper lighting can draw the attention to the aquarium and the beautiful fish inside of it. In fact, good lighting is one of the key components to enhancing the aesthetics of your aquarium. However, aquarium lights are not only for aesthetics. In an aquarium, …
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Maintaining proper temperature in an aquarium is very important for the well-being of your fish. An aquarium heater ensures that the water temperature is maintained at a desirable range. Without a heater, some fish will not be able to survive in an aquarium, especially during the winter seasons. Some fish have very specific temperature requirements, …
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An aquarium filtration system is an important component of a healthy fish tank. An efficient aquarium filter will help maintain good water quality in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. They can help tremendously in maintaining water parameters in between regular water changes. Without a filtration system, you would probably be required to do a lot …
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Like other species of Anubias, Anubias Congensis is hardy and easy to grow. In nature it’s found attached to trees and rocks with leaves extending above the waterline. It has long oblong leaves which grow from a rhizome. This rhizome can attach to hardscape or be weighed down on top of substrate. It will also …
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The Australian lungfish (Neoceratodus forsteri), also known as the Queensland lungfish, Burnett salmon and barramunda, is the only surviving member of the Neoceratodontidae family. Endemic to Australia, they are an ancient species of lobe-finned fish. They are also one of only six extant lungfish species in the world. Scientists have dated fossils from this family …
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Sponge filters are a long-time favorite of beginner and experienced fish keepers since they’re cheap, easy to clean, and hard to break. Since they lack dangerous mechanical parts, sponge filters are an excellent choice for aquariums with smaller fish or low water flow preferences. This most basic of all filters requires at least three components: …
Common Name(s) Cuckoo Catfish, Cuckoo Squeaker, Multi Punk Scientific Name Synodontis Multipunctatus Origin Lake Tanganyika, Africa Temperature 75-81°F (23.3-27.2°C) Size 10 in. (Maximum) Minimum Tank Size 50 Gal. Food & Diet Omnivore Lifespan Up to 15 years Water pH 7.8-8.8 Tank Mates Needs at least 3 cichlids of similar size Breeding Brood Parasitism (Egg-Laying) Common …
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Common Name Knight Goby Scientific Name Stigmatogobius Sadanundio Origin Asia Temperature 68F – 79F Water Parameters 7.0 – 8.5 pH Size up to 9cm Diet Carnivorous Knight Gobies are small fish that tend to be a pale or dull grayish coloration. They have tiny black speckles on their bodies, and they have the distinctive wobbly …
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Scientific Name Cardamine Lyrata Common Name Japanese Cress, Bitter Cress Origin Japan Water Parameters 60F – 82F Growth Rate up to 50 cm in length Cardamine Lyrata is a Japanese marsh plant in the mustard family. In the wild, Cardamine Lyrata can be found in moist places along the water’s edge. Cardamine Lyrata is a …
Scientific Name Juncus Repens Common Name Creeping Rush Origin North America (Southeast North America) Water Parameters 5 – 7 pH Growth Rate Moderate, 4 to 12 inches in height Juncus Repens is a grass like plant that is part of the rush family. The leaves of this plant grow in a way that gives them …
Most aquarists can tell you that fish come in all shapes and sizes. They’re also likely to tell you that there’s a species of fish that can fit every desire you might have for a tank. There are plenty of options for those people that want a relaxed and soothing tank. The same can be …
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Common Name(s) Anubias Congensis, Congo Sword Plant Scientific Name Anubias Afzelii Origin Guinea, West Africa Temperature 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C) Size Height: 8-15 in. (20-35 cm) Width: 5 in. (12.7 cm) Minimum Tank Size 10 Gallons Light Requirement Low Co2 Requirement Not necessary, but can help boost growth Water pH 6.0-8.0 Placement Foreground …
Unlike most other pets, owning an aquarium should be considered an extension of yourself. You can choose the fish you want and the plants you desire and set up your tank in any way you wish. Picking a fish can be easy for some, but it can be a truly difficult decision for others. Some …
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