In the amazing world of the aquarium hobby, moss may not be the first plant that comes to mind for decorating the tank. There are definitely plants more common than moss, such as the Amazon sword or duckweed. However, moss can bring a lot of benefits to your aquarium, and one of the many underrated …
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Tiger Barbs are active fish, and they require a minimum of a 20 gallon tank for a small school of 5 fish. If you are wanting more Tiger Barbs in your school, then you will want to add an additional 3 gallons per fish after that. You should maintain tropical water temperatures between 75 and 82°F, with a pH between 6.0-8.0 in your Tiger Barb Tank. The substrate of the tank should be a sandy gravel, and they will need plenty of aquarium plants and decor to finish out their tank to make it closely mimic their natural habitat in the wild.
Weeping Moss (Vesicularia Ferriei) is an aquarium moss that is characterized by its downward sloping growth. Due to this unique style of growth, this plant has been used in many famous aquascapes. The deep green color and fine texture adds to the attractiveness of the plant as well. The plant will grow up to an inch in height.
Weeping moss is very easy to grow, since they are hardy and adaptable. In fact, these freshwater moss can grow in a wide range of environments and water parameters. They can be grown by both beginners and experienced aquarists.
As a fishkeeper or an aquarium hobbyist, you may have noticed that your tank has bubbles in it. You may have even asked yourself why the bubbles are there, if they are harmful, and how to get rid of them? There are different reasons that this can occur. The goal of this post is to …
Dwarf Hairgrass is a very popular small plant that’s name is almost perfectly descriptive of itself. Dwarf Hairgrass has blades instead of leaves. The blades are tightly packed together, and under aquarium lighting, they will show up as a bright green. There are fine hairs along the blades that aid the plant in photosynthesis. Dwarf Hairgrass helps oxygenate the water, control nitrate levels, and remove pollutants. It is also the perfect shelter for bottom dwelling fish.
Dwarf Hairgrass has the appearance of grass in your aquarium, and it will grow into a carpet that covers the bottom. It is a wonderful addition to any tank setup that includes fish, and it has been a popular choice for people in the aquascaping hobby.
Betta fish have been a long sought after type of fish in the fish keeping hobby. They offer a wide range of color and are relatively easy fish to care for in comparison to other fish out there. Alien Betta fish are a type of Betta fish that is created by mixing two other species of Betta fish together. They do this for the striking patterns, and the vibrant color.
Dwarf Aquarium Lilies are considered easy for aquarium plant enthusiasts to keep and propagate. They have triangle shaped leaves that show up in a range of pink, green, or red color. The coloring will change to brownish as well. It is encouraged to trim the leaves once they turn brown. They grow leaves under the water’s surface, and they also grow and send lily pads up to the surface of the water.
Orange Hatchet Danios are similar in size and shape to most other Danios, but they can be identified by the orange hues they have on their body. The Orange Hatchet Danio was first found in India. They can be identified by the orange highlights, which is a rare color in Danios. The males are usually darker, especially when they are ready to spawn. The females are more plump in shape when compared to the males. Both male and female Orange Hatchet Danio have a more arrow-like shape to their bodies which helps aid the fish in jumping. It is important to keep a lid on your tank. If startled, the Orange Hatchet Danio is an excellent jumper, and they will jump out of your tank.
Umbee Cichlids are a beautiful species of fish that are found in South America in rivers of Columbia. They are a rather large fish at full maturity. This means that you will always be able to see their striking pattern from far away, and anywhere in your aquarium. Their faces are dark but they are marked by turquoise and blue reflective dots only under around their eyes, and extending outward.
A Seiryu Stone is a blueish grey colored stone that originates in Japan. They can be identified by the jagged ridges and the white calcite veins that run through it. Since these stone have characteristics that uniquely represents stones in nature, they have gained popularity as a hardscape material for aquariums. Seiryu Stone, also known …
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