Types of Tropical Fish Food
When I first started my tropical fish tank, I would be completely overwhelmed at the fish store with the huge amount of fish food to choose from. Should I just stick to one kind? What does my fish eat?
Popular Pet Fish – Black Moor Goldfish
The Black Moor Goldfish (Corassius ouratus) is a great looking fish, with matte black skin and large black eyes that stick out from their bodies. Because of their telescope eyes, they have a hard time seeing their food and need to be in a fish tank where there are no sharp edges on the fish tank decorations.
Freshwater Aquarium Filters
A good filter system in your freshwater fish tank not only removes waste from your water, but acts like the filtration system in nature. The main job of a filtration system is to remove unwanted ammonia and nitrites from your fish tank and remove debris and waste from the water. Freshwater aquarium filters also provide an oxygen source by producing water bubbles and water flow.
Aquarium Decorations for Your Tropical Fish
When you first start to decorate your tropical fish tank, you may want to put everything under the sun in your aquarium. Some people even put stuff from their yard in the tank, and that is not a good idea.
Shark Pictures from Key West Aquarium
We went to the Key West Aquarium several months ago and took these pictures of the shark feedings.
Maintaining a Koi Fish Pond – Part 1
Koi fish are smart, gorgeous and can live a very long time. Some have been known to live up to 35 years. These Koi fish are also known as ornamental carp, and have been bred for their colorful patterns, especially when viewed from above.
Things To Know About Goldfish Care
I have found that goldfish are probably one of the easiest fish to care for. Some goldfish have been known to live more than 50 years.
Taking Care of Fish Tank Gravel
When looking at someone’s fish tank, a fish tank that has natural scenery is the most memorable and beautiful. You should keep this in mind as you choose your fish tank gravel or sand.
Should You Start Keeping Fish?
Keeping fish can be the most rewarding hobby imaginable. It has been documented that fish tanks reduce stress and create a calm environment with their colors and soothing sound of water flowing.
