Stephen Lee 
Expert aquarists are meticulous about water chemistry. They frequently test their water parameters and go crazy whenever the results fall behind or beyond the normal range. Nitrates are among the many water parameters measured. Although nitrate tolerance varies per species, keeping it under 25 ppm is ideal and will not harm your fish. However, if … Read more
The gourami fish is ranked among the most popular aquarium species in the world. Gourami comes second after the much more popular bettas, goldfish, guppies, molly, tetras, platy, and angelfish. The popularity is due to the species’ wide range of beautiful hardy fish with over 90 variants. Colors are plenty, including the three-spot variants, chocolate, … Read more
Freshwater aquariums are a popular method to bring the beauty of aquatic life into our homes. Yet, caring for the ecosystem and keeping an aquarium clean may be difficult. Adding freshwater fish that can maintain the tank clean is one method to make this task simpler. By eating algae, leftover food, and other detritus that … Read more
Barb fish have been popular aquarium pets for many years, and they continue to be a favorite among fish keepers. These small, colorful fish are known for their active behavior and interesting personalities. With so many different species of Barb fish to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is right for … Read more
Neon tetra disease (NTD) is among the deadliest fish diseases since it has no cure, and fish found with this disease are usually euthanized to avoid an outbreak and to spare the fish from the debilitating symptoms. On the brighter side, neon tetra disease is easily preventable since its symptoms, causes, and spread are well … Read more
The Dwarf Aquarium Lily (Nymphaea stellata) is a hardy, low-maintenance plant popular among new and experienced aquarium enthusiasts. With wide, vibrant green leaves, delicate flowers, and conspicuous colors, this stunning plant adds a touch of elegance to any aquarium. Besides their visual appeal, dwarf aquarium lilies offer several benefits to any aquarium ecosystem. For example, … Read more
If you’re a goldfish keeper or are interested in taking up this rewarding hobby, there’s one thing you’ll have to learn about – and that’s goldfish poop. Goldfish poop is important since it can tell you all about the eating habits and health of your goldfish, allowing you to keep them in good health. And … Read more
When they think of an aquarium, most people probably picture a tank stocked with brightly-colored tropical fish, but the last few years have seen an explosion in the numbers of people keeping dwarf shrimp instead. They come in a variety of striking colors, they are easy to look after and to breed, and they can … Read more
Aquarium shrimp have been exploding in popularity of late, and there is an ever-increasing number of species on the market to choose from. However, if you want them to thrive, you’ll need to know what to feed them – so to help you understand their dietary requirements, in this post, we answer the question, what … Read more
A tank with water and a few fish – that’s mostly the setup if you are a newbie aquarist. With limited knowledge, you want to keep it easy and uncomplicated. But as you progress in your aquarium hobby, you will feel that your bare and naked tank is boring and not satisfying anymore. Having decorations … Read more