Author: Adriano Golob

Cinnamon River Shrimp (Macrobrachium acanthurus) is a very aggressive species. In addition, they are extremely active animals and are always hunting and preying on other species in the fish tank. Technical Details Name: Cinnamon River Shrimp Scientific Name: Macrobrachium acanthurus Family: Palaemonidae Species Origin: Americas (North / Central / South); Length: In captivity up to 30 cm; Life Span: Not informed; Care level: Easy; Water Parameters pH: Keep the pH of the water between 6.8 and 7.8; Water Hardness: medium to hard; Temperature: 24ºC to 28ºC degree; Care Food Cinnamon River Shrimp accepts several food types. In addition, they eat…

Swim Bladder Disease or Disorder is a condition where fish find it difficult to float or sink in the fish tank. Swim bladder disease or disorder refers to a variety of problems that affect fish’s swim bladder, rather than being considered a single disease. Although commonly seen in goldfish and betta fish, this disease can affect almost any fish species. What Is Swim Bladder Disease? Swim Bladder Disease is a condition in which the fish swim bladder does not function properly due to illness, physical abnormalities, mechanical/environmental factors or simply for reasons that cannot be diagnosed. See Also: Dropsy Or…

The Red-Tailed Black Shark (Epalzeorhynchos bicolor) has this name simply because of its appearance. If your tank is small, it is best to keep only one specimen, as they will become very aggressive and territorial with each other. Avoid the temptation to keep them with others of the same species, such as rainbow sharks. Many aquarists mistakenly add several of these animals to small fish tanks, and soon realize that one of them will become the dominant “shark”. The dominant will chase and harass others relentlessly. Whenever the other animals try to get close to food, the dominant will chase…

Does the garlic use in fish tanks have any benefits? In this article, we seek to demystify this issue! What is the benefit of using garlic in the fish tank? Garlic has been used in fish tanks for a long time, but its effectiveness is still a hot topic among aquarists. It can serve as an effective stimulant when it comes to fish appetite. However, its real benefits are still a mystery. As already mentioned, garlic is a great appetite booster, that is, it can be used in the food to feed newly acquired fish. For this purpose, any form…

In this article we will list 10 tips for the beginners in fishkeeping to start the hobby correctly and avoid the most common mistakes. Maintaining aquariums is a fun and rewarding activity, providing years of fun, education and even stress relief. When you’re starting out on the hobby, however, it’s easy to make a few mistakes and see your stress levels go up instead of down. In this article, we will list 10 tips for the beginners in fishkeeping, and believe me, it can make all the difference and prevent you from making some mistakes that we ourselves made when…

The Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a animal does not cease to surprise us, both physically and for its abilities. No wonder it has become so popular in the world of fishkeeping. The axolotl is an amphibian with special needs, but relatively accessible. He can spend his whole life and reproduce in the larval state without ever reaching the adult stage. Moreover, in the aquarium, it lives completely immersed and, thus, promotes the development of its gills. This ability is called neotenia. This small animal has the incredible ability to reconstruct damaged body parts, paws, tail, eyes and even part of…

Physa Acuta Snail are peaceful animal and will swim around the fish tank in search of food. It is a species that feeds on algae and aquarium debris. Technical Details Name: Physa Snail Scientific Name: Physa acuta Family: Physidae Species Origin: Not informed; Length: Up to 2 cm; Lifespan: Up to 1 year; Care Level: Easy; Water Parameters pH: Keep the pH of the water between 6.8 and 7.8; Water hardness: Hard; Temperature: In the range of 25° C; Care Food It is a species that feeds on algae and debris from the fish tank. They do not interfere and…

It is not easy to know if we keep a lot of fish in the fish tank, in this article we will show you some clear symptoms that your aquarium is overcrowded. It is not always easy to know if you are keeping a lot of fish in the fish tank. The truth is that it really depends on many factors, but there are some clear paths to follow and some good indicators to check. Below is a list of 5 symptoms that your fish tank is overcrowded. 1. Aggressive Fish If the fish are aggressive and start to hurt…

What is the better choice for your fish tank, artificial or natural plants? In this article we will help you to choose it. Generally freshwater fish tank have plants. Most tropical fish come from fluvial and lake environments, where plants are abundant. Whether live or artificial, plants offer a place for them to hide and feel safe. They will also make your fish tank look much more pleasant and thereby create a natural environment closer to reality for the small fish that inhabit it. But what is the best choice: live or artificial plants? The great truth is that both…

In this article, we will give you some tips on how to prevent the excessive growth of filamentous green algae in your marine fish tank. Every aquarist who owns a marine fish tank, experiences some type of problem with the green filamentous algae. It can start with just a few small outbreaks on live rocks and at first it doesn’t seem like a big problem, but if the conditions of the aquarium are incorrect, they can spread to other ornaments, and then quickly to the glass, covering them. Most people try to scrape them off the glass with cleaning magnets,…