Ever since they took the aquarium hobby by storm in the ’00s, freshwater shrimp have been a staple in aquarist’s tanks. Specialized shrimp tanks are still very popular today, and for good reason: shrimp don’t need a lot of space, are a great addition to a planted nano tank and breeding them makes for a … Read more
When thinking of aquariums, most minds immediately go to crystal clear waters. Logically speaking, though, this isn’t actually the kind of environment that many of the fish we keep naturally occur in. Many bodies of water out in nature are stained a dark color by decaying organic material and there are lots of fish species … 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
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
If you’re looking to set up your first freshwater aquarium, there is more to keep in mind than you might think. Unfortunately, things are a little more complicated than just filling a glass box with water and putting some fish in it: you’ll actually have to set up and maintain a mini ecosystem. So how … Read more
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