Thinking of setting up an aquarium for African cichlids? Not surprising. The many types of African cichlids from the Rift Valley lakes Malawi and Tanganyika are extremely diverse in color and give you an amazing opportunity to set up a biotope aquarium. Not all African cichlids are made equal. There is a lot of variation … Read more
If you’re interested in keeping “suckermouth” catfish (also referred to as “Plecos”) in your aquarium, the adult size of some of the species mentioned in our article on these catfish might seem a little intimidating. But don’t worry: not all Plecos grow into tankbusters. If you can provide an aquarium of 30 gallons or up, … Read more
If you’re stocking a (South American-style biotope) aquarium, it’s pretty much inevitable to come across one of the many genera of tropical catfish out there. One of the most popular categories of catfish is generally collectively referred to as “Plecostomus catfish” or Plecos for short, despite the fact that only one of them carries this … Read more
There are many tetra species out there, all equally spectacular. One of our personal favorites, though, is the rummy nose tetra. This species’ red face and silver body make for a pretty dramatic display, while its friendly nature makes it suitable for the most peaceful community aquariums. Find out everything you need to know about … Read more
If your aquarium is lacking color in the top water layer, a pair of gourami might make the perfect solution. There are many species out there, but one of the smallest and most popular is Trichogaster lalius, also known as the dwarf gourami. This metallic blue and orange fish is sure to brighten up your … Read more
In need of some extra green in your home? As most aquarists know, a planted aquarium is just what you need to complete the urban jungle look. Here at FantaSEA Aquariums, we adore aquatic greenery, and today we’ll be sharing some of our favorite plants with you. Don’t worry: all are easy to grow and … Read more
We haven’t met an aquarist yet who doesn’t fall in love at least a little bit when they see a well-maintained Amazon biotope aquarium with a school of angelfish. These cichlids are the kings and queens of the freshwater aquarium hobby! Their regal stature and fascinating behavior have made them a favorite of many an … Read more
If you’re just getting started in the aquarium hobby, the sheer number of different fish species you’ll encounter even in a small aquarium store can get pretty overwhelming. Not all of them are going to be easy to keep, but how do you prevent buying a fish that’s a little too challenging for a beginner? … Read more
As with everything in life, in the aquarium hobby sometimes less is more. We all love the high-tech aquascapes with lush plants but in some cases you just have to go the simple route and keep things low light and low maintenance. It’s easier, it’s cheaper and you can still set up a beautiful tank … Read more
If you’ve been into Betta fish keeping for a while, trying your hand at breeding can sound like a fun option. After all, what could be more rewarding than seeing your fish grow from the size of a pinhead to a fully grown adult? If you’re interested in Betta fish breeding, keep reading. We’ll explain … Read more
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