Something I have a good deal of experience with is setting up blackwater aquariums. It might sound a little odd, but these are actually very popular types of aquariums, and are quite easy to maintain, so let me tell you how it’s done. Setting up a blackwater aquarium includes choosing the right tank, substrate, aquatic …
Fish Inspiration
Imagine a tank teaming with life, with all your fish living together in harmony. Fish of different sizes and colors that all coëxist peacefully in your fish tank. Doesn’t that sound awesome?
Well, it can be quite challenging to find the right fish species to put in your tank. Some fish don’t get along, or you might not have the spare room to put in the fish you want.
If you have a problem in your tank, like algae or snail overpopulation, we have guides for that! If you want to do research for tank mates to put with your favorite centerpiece fish: we have guides for that, too!
On this page, all of our unique guides bring you all the fish inspiration you’ll ever need for all kinds of different environments and tank styles.
Algae is one of the most annoying things to have in any fish tank, and dealing with it is a downright pain, something I wish I didn’t have to experience for myself. However, there are some great algae eating fish out there. 1. Cherry Shrimp: Notorious Algae Eaters Starting off with shrimp, cherry shrimp specifically …
Home aquariums are beautiful and can be the center of attention in any room. Unfortunately, if they are not properly taken care of, they can end up being smelly and can end up being an eyesore. Proper tank maintenance is the key to not having a smelly aquarium. All fish produce waste that can smell …
While fish usually make up most of the inhabitants in an aquarium, there are other options as well that can actually help your tank! If you want to expand your tank and add other critters then look no further! There are many creatures that can go into a freshwater or saltwater aquarium besides fish! These …
Choosing fish for your aquarium can be a difficult task, especially when you want a fish that displays a personality. Some have more of a ‘personality’ than others and it is important to choose which species of fish will be right for you. Oscars, mollies, cichlids, goldfish, and betta fish are on the list of …
Freshwater fish are a great option for those looking for a beautiful tank without too much hassle. They are known to be tolerant and most do great in a community tank. However, some are more popular than others. The goldfish seems to be the most popular freshwater fish. They are often found in pet stores …
Building a tank with a strong current can be tricky since it’s challenging to find reliable resources on the types of fish that enjoy fast-flowing water. Still, plenty of fish out there love to fight the current and have naturally adapted to live in strong waters. Here are 11 gorgeous aquarium fish that thrive in …
If you happen to be someone wondering what type of fish you should get and are ready to try something different, then freshwater aquarium sharks are for you. Don’t worry, these are not going to bite, well not until they grow, of course. I really do think the idea of keeping sharks is awesome. If …
The plants in one of my newer tanks have been growing for about 2 months and is ready for fish. I’ve put much effort in making the plants look as good as possible, and the last thing I want is to add the wrong fish that might ruin them. Good aquarium fish that to add …
I think I had my tropical aquarium for about a year when I suffered from my first pest snail infestation. Unwanted snails can be annoying so introducing fish that see them as dinner can be a great solution. However, what fish eat water snails? The first step to fixing any snail infestation Before adding anything …