Archive for November 26th, 2007

Siamese Fighting Fish (Betta Splendens)

Monday, November 26th, 2007

Siamese Fighting Fish are one of the most popular and beautiful aquarium fish available. They come in a wide range of colours and the male of the species have long flowing fins. They are also capable of surviving in many different conditions. Many were once sold in a vase with ...

Aquarium Gravel: Old fashioned, or just overlooked?

Monday, November 26th, 2007

Aquarium gravel has been the staple substrate for fish tanks and aquariums for many years, but is it still popular, still needed, or just something that we use because it’s simple?  The answer to this is complex. Aquariums have become works of art in the last few years, ranging from simple ...

Fish Tanks: Which one do I choose?

Monday, November 26th, 2007

The fish-keeping hobby has taken enormous strides over the last ten years, from simple and plain metal-frames fish tanks in black plastic covered frames to the very attractive bow-fronted acrylic aquariums and wood-effect cabinets of today.   This guide is aimed at setting up a medium or large aquarium and the ...