Live plants should be thought of as a necessity when viewing an aquarium as a harmonious ecosystem, but sometimes that’s easier said than done. Fish keepers seem to get frustrated when they fill their tanks with live plants, padding lush … Continued
Assuming you read our previous blog post, in regards to bare bottom tanks and whether they’re best for goldfish, you may have gotten the idea that substrate is always best. While this is still our viewpoint on aquariums, and creating … Continued
There seems to be a growing trend among goldfish keepers in order to maintain a more “sanitary” environment, bare bottom tanks. It is seemingly neater and easier to keep clean – which can be extremely helpful with dirty little water … Continued
It’s really easy to get sucked into a pitiful fish leering at you from the top shelf. You may pass by some floaters, one growing fungus and another incessantly working away at a bubble nest – the retail betta industry … Continued
There are many ways to grow a lotus for your own pond, and we are currently working to add a few to our water garden collection. We found a supplier of lotus seeds, they have arrived in good condition and … Continued
No, we are not talking about the spawn of the devil here, we are talking about some amazing new fry from one of our favorite pairs. A red devil betta is a dark bodied fish (usually black) with red fins … Continued
Raccoons meant big changes for our 35 gallon patio pond. We had to act quickly to prevent further damage, as well as loss of fish. Some time has passed and, now, we are beginning to see it come into it’s … Continued
A top favorite among fancy goldfish hobbyists, ranchu add a new dimension to any tank. You may be quick to notice they are dorsal-less! They also feature a cute little hood over their face (similar to a wen on an … Continued