If you are aspiring to set up a new aquarium, you must have struggled at some point as to which substrate you should pick for your tank. Suppose you have chosen sand, one of the most popular and readily available alternatives. You then find yourself faced with the question, “what type of sand is the …
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Cory catfish are cute, peaceful, personality-filled bottom dwellers that need live plants in their aquarium to thrive and feel safe. Whether you’re new to taking care of fish or are a seasoned Cory caretaker — it’s important to know what plants are the most suitable for your catfish. Also known by their genus name of …
Gouramis don’t have specific requirements when it comes to the plants you put in their tank. In fact, these fish are very peaceful and enjoy swimming around most plant species. However, there are some plant types that are better suited for your fish. In this post, I’ll be introducing you to the best plants for …
Are you looking to add live plants to your cichlid tank? You’re probably aware cichlids and live plants are a tricky combination. Luckily there are plants suitable for these circumstances! 1. Anubias Anubias plants are the first aquarium plants I will be introducing today. There are many varieties of anubias that range in color, size, …
Plants in aquariums provide oxygen for aquatic creatures like fish, turtles, etc. They also facilitate breathing by soaking up any carbon dioxide produced by the fishes. And of course, they enhance the overall aesthetic of the aquarium. If you are looking for some red plants to adorn your aquarium then there are quite a few …
Are you looking for the best aquatic plants to grow in a shrimp tank? Then you’re in the right spot. Here you’ll find what plants work best, why, and – most importantly – how! Let’s get started straight away. 1. Java Fern Java Fern is an incredibly popular plant choice for shrimp tanks. Their large …
I really love live plants in an aquarium, and when researching Discus fish the first thing you find is how warm their water should be. It can be tough finding plants that will thrive in a Discus tank, however there are plants that will do great. But first, which plants work in a Discus environment? …
Angelfish are truly beautiful fish. These elegant creatures are super popular, and chances are you’re keeping them as well. But what are the best aquarium plants that are most suitable for angelfish? To understand that, we first need to briefly cover the needs of freshwater angelfish. What makes an aquarium plant suitable for angelfish? There …
Are you looking to add live plants to your guppy tank? You’re in the right spot. I’ve kept and bred black bar endler guppies in a heavily planted tank for many years. Here’s a list of the BEST plants for guppies. 1. Moss balls The first plant on this list are Marimo Moss Balls, which …
Are you looking to add a carpet plant to your planted tank? You’re on the right page! I’ve composed a list of 10 plants you can grow as a carpet. It’ll give a beautiful effect. 1. Dwarf Baby Tears (Hemianthus callitrichoides) Hemianthus callitrichoides, also known as Dwarf Baby Tears, is an elegant carpet plant. It …