Choosing the Right Fish for a New Fish Tank

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008

Once you pick out your new fish tank and get it all set up your biggest decision is going to be what type of fish to put in it. One of the biggest factors that will determine the type of fish to buy is the size of the tank. If you have a small 5 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Quality Fish Food What Ingredients Are Needed For Proper Fish Nutrition, Growth And Health

Friday, April 18th, 2008

INTRODUCTION:

There is a lot of confusion about what constitutes a quality flake food (or pellet). The aquarist needs to understand that there are similarities and differences between fish and other animals. For example Fish get most of their energy needs from fat, but in humans carbohydrates are a better source. Another point is amino acids […]

Are Aquariums Suitable for Children?

Friday, April 11th, 2008

Most children are fascinated with animals and want a dog, a cat, two birds, a horse and some fish. But are fish and aquariums suitable for children. The answer to this question is to a very high degree depending on how old your child is. Children under 12-14 years are not suitable to keep an […]

Adding Angelfish To Your Freshwater Fish Tank

Monday, March 31st, 2008

Angelfish are beautiful and graceful - a great addition to any fish tank but you need to be careful that you don't put them in a tank that has fish that they will not get along with. Even though these fish seem peaceful and gentle, they can be mildly aggressive and might tend to […]

Goldfish Feeding Tips

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

What?s the best food for your Goldfish?
Goldfish need food that is a combination of carbohydrates and vitamins to help them grow and fight disease. They particularly need vitamin A to make their colors look bright. They do need protein but just about 12% so that they can build muscle. In the natural habitat, Goldfish mainly […]