Aquariums

Ich (or Ick) is a common bug that infects aquariums. It is easily treated if caught in time and very cheaply. This article discusses the simple “heat method” to cure a tank of ich. Ich is...

Mushroom corals are one of the most popular live corals available to reef aquarists. This is due in part to their ease of growth and care, as well as cost, as mushroom corals are quite inexpensive...

Salt water aquariums are a pleasant addition to any home when given the proper maintenance. Set-up can take some time and requires several days of runtime without any fish. This gives the tank...

Very few ornamental fish can survive in both freshwater and saltwater, but some aquarists enjoy the challenge of converting an established freshwater ecosystem into a brackish or saltwater...

A saltwater aquarium is more than simply an aquarium. It is a piece of living art. When maintained properly it can be gorgeous.If improperly maintained it can quickly fill with unwanted algae and...

A nano tank is a small salt water aquarium. Nano tanks come in sizes ranging from 5 gallons to 30 gallons. Nano tanks can be maintained with out the expensive, larger aquarium equipment, such as...

Many factors come into play when deciding to set up a salt water tank. The size of the tank, location, cost, time, and the type of live animals you will have are the most important. Deciding to...

Aquariums are a beautiful addition to any home or office. They provide an interesting conversation piece and a peaceful presence to any interior space. Salt water aquariums are especially...

Maintaining a salt water nano aquarium is key to healthy fish and corals. When set up properly, most aquariums will require only regular routine maintenance. A maintenance routine consists of...

I remember when I was a little kid seeing all these bright and fascinating saltwater fish in books & on the television. I never dreamed of having my own fish environment right in my living...

I have been in the Fish industry for 16 years. Over the years I have been asked the question: How easy is it to set up a salt water fish tank? A lot of the books out there make is sound like you...

Cleaning an old glass aquarium instead of buying a new glass aquarium is a great way to save money when setting up a new fish tank. Depending on the amount of salt deposits and dirt that have...

Starting a salt water aquarium is exciting and many people want to rush out and get started. This is generally something that takes some planning and cannot be rushed into if you want it done...

Guppies are often kept as pets in tanks of various sizes. Keeping guppies is relatively simple when you understand the type of water that they need to be kept in and why. Salt plays an important...

How to set up a salt water fish tank? Marine fish sure are out of the ordinary. Are you thinking of setting up a fish tank? Setting up a salt water fish tank requires a lot of patience.

Salt water aquariums have become easier to maintain in the last 20 years because of increased understanding of the needs of salt water fish and improvements in filtration systems. The need for...

Types of fish that do well in salt water aquariums include clown fish, black and white perculas, tangs, trigger fish, surgeon fish and even different kinds of shrimp. Make sure all of the fish in...

Many people would love to have a saltwater aquarium, but don't know where to start. Here, we will go over the basics of what you will need to choose the right sized tank for your new hobby. Also,...

Aquariums come in fresh or salt water varieties. Having the right kind of water in your aquarium is critical to the survival of your fish. When it's time to fill or change the water in a salt...

The main pump is located next to the heater. Both are situated in a sump under the aquarium. A sump is a small container which houses the vital components of a salt water aquarium. The arrangement...

Green spotted puffers CAN live in freshwater...but only for a short, miserable while. Puffers are in need of a brackish water habitat in order to be happy and healthy! And, lucky for us, adding...

The most colorful fish you can find in the world live in the saltwater oceans and seas. From Clown Fish to Gobies, there are a number of awesome fish species that can make the ocean waters look...

Maintain the right amount of dissolved salts in a salt water aquarium by measuring the amount of dissolved salt, also called the specific gravity, of the salt water as compared to pure water. You...

Tropical salt water fish are the most vivid colored fish you can have in an aquarium. These fish come in a variety of sizes and colors and will make a vibrant addition to any household.

Fish aquariums are not only beautiful but relaxing and a popular hobby for many people. Caring for a salt water aquarium may be daunting at first glance but with regular maintenance and attention,...

To keep your brackish water aquarium clean and chemically balanced you need to periodically change out part of the water. A brackish water aquarium has less salt then a saltwater aquarium and...