Freshwater Tropical Fish-Mollies and Guppies

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

There is a large variety of freshwater tropical fish that you can add to your fish tank but my two favorites are Mollies and fancy guppies. These fish are livebearers meaning that instead of laying eggs, they give birth to a little tiny fish and they are, in fact, quite easy to breed even […]

The Best Types Of Fish For Your Garden Pond

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

There are many reasons as to why you might want to have fish in your garden pond ? they add beauty, color, and interest to your garden and act as a sort of outdoor ?pet.? But there are other good reasons for putting fish in your pond, as well. For one, fish will […]

Fishing in Canada

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

Fishing in British Columbia:

British Columbia sports the Sunshine Coast, which is renowned for excellent fishing and great weather. This region is surrounded by the Coastal Mountains, with a protected coastline spanning 175 kilometers from Howe to Desolation Sound on the Strait of Georgia.

For sport fishing, the Georgia Strait is an ideal location, as Vancouver […]

Fish Tank Maintenance

Monday, June 30th, 2008

Once you own an aquarium the tank maintenance will be one of your most important responsibilities. It is certainly not as much fun as you get from decorating the tank or selecting your fish, but without proper fish tank maintenance, you will be endangering the lives of your fish.

Fish tank maintenance is an essential part […]

Aquarium Test Kits What They Are Used For and Their Importance for Freshwater and Saltwater

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008

It is always best to have as many different test kits as you can afford (as they apply to either freshwater or saltwater

I prefer to purchase my test kits separately as most master test kits duplicate test I do not need (high range and low range ph) and leave out ones I need such as […]

Tips on Setting Up Your First Fish Tank

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

Let's take a splash into the world of fish. Studies show there is a calming effect on watching fish. Having a fish tank relives stress, overall improving ones health. This is why you find many fish tanks in doctors offices. Don't forget the entertainment that fish provide. All around, fish make great pets.

First thing before […]

Saltwater Aquariums - A Beginners Guide

Saturday, May 17th, 2008

Saltwater aquariums are certainly more difficult to maintain than fresh water aquariums. The ecology of saltwater aquariums is different and needs careful as well as knowledgeable handling.

Saltwater aquariums can house a wide range of fishes and mammals in comparison to fresh water aquariums. In a salt water aquarium it is possible for you to keep […]

Nitrogen Cycle And Aquarium Cycling Including Nitrification, Denitrification, And Cycling Methods

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

INTRODUCTION:

Nitrogen is an element vital to all life processes on Earth. Nitrogen is very important in our biosphere, where nitrogen comprises 78% of the atmosphere, and is part of every living tissue. It is a component of amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids. With the exception of carbon, nitrogen is the most universal element of […]

Pool Maintenance Guide

Friday, May 2nd, 2008

There are three areas of consideration in proper pool maintenance:1. Water Balance2. Disinfection, sanitation, oxidation3. Circulation and filtrationMaintaining a routine maintenance schedule is your first line of defense against all pool-rated problems.A maintenance program consists of the following:? Routinely testing your water and adding chemicals needed to balance water? Using your net and brush to rid the pool of debris, […]

How To Create The Best Aquarium With The Right Equipment And Aquarium Supplies

Monday, April 21st, 2008

There is nothing more relaxing than a fish aquarium. You can actually sit and watch it for hours. The key behind a beautiful aquarium is the proper lighting. This will not only show off you fish and corals better, the right aquarium lighting will keep your tank environment stable and free of […]