Saltwater Fish

There are many reasons to create and design your very own aquarium. A beautifully designed aquarium will surely be an artistic and elegant touch to your current décor. Spending time to notice the fish as they agilely float through the water has even been shown to lower blood pressure. If you are serious about creating an exquisite display for your tropical fish, follow my tips below. 1. The first thing you will need to do is decide on the fish you would like to purchase. Different species require different equipment and care, so you will need to do plenty of research if you want to be a responsible pet owner, which I assume you do. 2. Once you've decided on the fish type, you will need to go...

To ensure that your fish tank is running well and your fish are in good health, you need to have all of the following aquarium equipment: Filters The main job of aquarium filters is to keep the water clean by correcting unwanted changes to the tank's water conditions such as physical debris (dirt, fish waste, uneaten food), toxins from decomposition of organic matter like dead fish and plants, and undesired chemicals from additives and medicines. The type of filter you will need will greatly depend on the size of your aquarium, the type of fish you have, and how large their population is. A complete filtration system needs to have all stages of filtration - mechanical, chemical, and biological...

A fish aquarium in your home can add beauty as well as fun to your living area. However, there are a few simple tips you need to keep in mind if you're going to be successful at this intriguing endeavor. 1. Choose an appropriate aquarium for your home. Don't purchase a fish aquarium that is extremely deep unless you're prepared to do a lot of extra work. If you own a large 5-gallon aquarium and one or more of your fish dies, the water may become polluted before you even notice that one of your fish is dead. In a large aquarium it's difficult to get the plants you may wish to introduce to grow properly since the light has to go all the way down to the bottom. If you want an extra large aquarium, you...

Everybody understands the reason why most plants can be seen in many aquariums. Healthy plants and their lush are beautiful to look at when they are in an aquarium. They also create a natural setting in the aquarium. Most of the fishes feel secure, less stressed and safe whenever they have plants to hide in. Some species of fish do not survive in an aquarium without any plants. Aquarium plants will not only give the fishes a helpful shelter and make your aquarium look attractive but they can maintain the quality of the water as well. Plants and fish both exist on the wild and they will surely match well in your aquarium. The wastes discharged by the fish contain compounds that are useful for the...

Far too often aquarium backgrounds are either completely ignored or the importance of them is underestimated. It is imperative that you remember that your aquarium should be a major focal point of your complete home decoration scheme and this of course means that it should be set up complete with an adequate aquarium background. So Many More Choices Today The days are long gone when a simple mirrored or similar type of decorative, reflective aquarium background will do. This is in part because there is a constantly expanding choice of new and better styles of more complex reflective backgrounds to choose from for your aquarium. Also, new technologies have appeared that can completely upgrade the...

When shopping for our little finned friends we may be surprised at the possibilities we can find to spice up their little aquatic homes. Aquarium ornaments have long surpassed the usual treasure chest and bits of pretty coral. The fashioned colorful types of rocks and aquatic greenery are beautiful yet there are some lovely items you can add, that will really personalize your aquarium. Even your average pirate ships have evolved to amazing pieces of art. If pirates are not your thing then maybe the sunken cruise ship or Navy Destroyer may add a definite personalized style. From sunken cruise ships, an ancient ruins to the heads of Aztec Gods, one may begin to wonder just were these designs and...

I want to keep an aquarium where do i start? Keeping an aquarium for a hobbyif you are thinking about starting an aquarium, then a few basic facts are essential. Deciding whether you wish to have a saltwater or freshwater aquarium is the first step. Because of the many different types of freshwater aquarium fish, this has a tendency to be the hottest choice as a place to begin for this fantastic hobby. There are two types of freshwater aquarium fish from which to select, coldwater and tropical. As the coldwater aquarium needs less in the way of equipment, heaters for instance, they are definitely a common start line. Ok so i know this is going to take time and money so where do i start? One of the...

As a pioneer for modern aquarium technology Eheim has been making top of the line aquarium fitlers for decades. With products ranging from external canister filters to heaters and light systems Eheim sets the standard and you can be sure that quality comes with every purchase. Gunther Eheim was founded in 1945 and gained its fame from the producer of technical aquarium products. Even in its startup days Eheim has been producing products that had never been seen or used in the aquarium market. Eheim was one of the first to produce Jager, the first adjustable aquarium heater. With easy to use temperature controls their heaters stand among the highest quality heaters on the market and every asset was...

They can be very entertaining pets, as well as great scavengers that can help to clean out uneaten food from your aquarium. Crabs will feed off of dead and dying organic matter, such as leftover food and dying plants in the aquarium. Some people just like to keep crabs in the aquarium because of their unique looks and the way they interact with the other aquarium inhabitants. In this article I will be going over a few of the things you will need to consider when keeping your own crabs in your aquarium. Crabs come in many different shapes and sizes and certain crabs are suited for certain aquarium types. Make sure you do plenty of research when picking out the proper crabs for your aquarium. Some...

Aquarium filters are one of the most important elements involved in keeping your fish healthy. Having the correct filter can be a matter of life or death for your fish. Yet, of the many items necessary to keep your fish healthy, water filtration units are perhaps the least understood. With this in mind it is believed best that those with little knowledge of fish simply purchase a package that includes a tank, heater, and filter combined. That way, they will have the correct equipment for their aquarium right from the start. For the more experienced fish owner, however it can pay to learn more about the available types of filter. The different sorts of aquarium filtration units might work in...

Amino Acids are quickly becoming one of the most popular additives to any serious reef keeper's arsenal. There are many different reasons why they are being used and many why I suggest everyone should use them. Many vitamins and proteins are including in one easy dosing supplement to provide your corals with much needed elements they would not otherwise get in a closed aquarium environment. In Nature corals will receive these proteins via plankton, micro plankton or even bacterial plankton. However in a close aquarium environment these are normally absent. Zooxanthellae which live symbiotically in many corals "excrete" these acids which in turn feed the coral along with many other substances. In...

Fishes have been reared in homes for the purpose of eating them. This practice is prevalent since 1800. Understandably, homes in coastal areas had easy access to a variety of fishes and home aquariums were quite popular in these areas. Nowadays, fishes are more of pets which are very lovingly looked after. Aquariums at homes carefully monitor the growth of fishes which provide entertainment to the people. Home aquariums are generally found in hospital rooms and in places like Nordstrom where small children have to be entertained while parents shop. Aquariums thus add a touch of colour and excitement in the life of a lot of people. It is good for you if you could convince that kid of yours who is...

Choose the nearest length to the rectangular aquarium you are going to set up, and this guide will help you choose the size and quantity of all you need. Special shapes can be worked out from the guides after the rectangular aquariums. Aquarium Length 45cm (18in) Water Volume approx 49 liters (11galls) Gravel/Coral Sand Minimum = 5kgs Thermostatic Heater = 50watt (Tronic) Filter Internal 200 liters per hour = (Fluval One) Fluorescent Tube and Starter unit Length/Power 15in/14watt. Additional items; Thermometer, New water conditioner. Marine items; Sea Salt mix, Hydrometer, Nitrite test kit Aquarium Length 60cm (24in) Water Volume approx 66 liters (15galls) Gravel/Coral Sand Minimum = 10kgs...

The name Tropicals, places too much emphasis on the idea of high temperature, for all exotic fishes. There is a number of them that do not come from the tropics, and a few of them that come from the tropics, do not come from particularly warm water. It is understood that the majority of the exotic aquarium fishes, cannot stand cold water, and rightfully so,because the fish can get sick easier, and on the other hand, many of them do not prosper in the higher temperatures, because they need more oxygen than the water can carry. Placing them all in water around 80 degrees, is not the kindness that the Aquarius thinks, who likes high temperature. The one thing you should not believe, is that each specie...

In this article you will find a discussion regarding a very crucial aspect of fish keeping- maintenance and cleaning. Every fish keeper wants a clean aquarium filled with beautiful and healthy fish. The schedule for cleaning fish tank primarily depends on: * Tank Placement - This is very important. Where you have placed your aquarium is crucial when it comes to cleaning and maintaining it. If you have placed it in a place where it is hard to go and clean it, then it is possible that it will not be cleaned regularly. As a result the fish will suffer. So make sure that you place your tank in such a location which has enough space around it for comfortable cleaning. * Tank Size - Do you know that a...

At some point in the hobby of reef keeping you are more than likely to come across is green hair algae, some more so than others, but what is the most likely cause? There are three simple reasons that i have found to be the cause. 1. The most likely cause has to be water flow or lack of it. If you have any dead spots in your aquarium you will soon find them because this is where this dreadful pest will start. Little tufts of green strands will start to appear. Maybe now is time to upgrade your power head or maybe add another. 2. The second cause that should not happen if you are doing regular parameter checks, is high phosphates. Simply resolved by the use of media such as Rowaphos. It has to be...

Once you have installed your fish tank aquarium you you will want to take pleasure in your new hobby. Taking care of your new fish tank aquarium is fairly easy, nevertheless a number of problems may appear, particularly in newly set up aquariums. It all may look perfectly OK for a short while then bit by bit algae begins to grow and overtake the aquarium, the fish start to get sick and die and your newly set up tank no longer looks like the aquariums in the pictures. How did this happen? Why did this happen? What went so drastically wrong? What can you do to correct it? Please don't panic and absolutely do not rush off to the nearest aquarium supplier, buy remedies and toss them in the aquarium...

Everyone loves mandarins and scooter blennies but there natural diet can be hard to replicate in small aquariums. Mandarins and other dragonets eat copepods and other small prey from the live rock. If kept in a small tank there may not be enough live food to support the fish and it is common for them to get slimmer and slimmer before dying. One option is to buy live rotifers and copepods to keep the pod population healthy. A better option is to get the mandarin eating frozen food. The technique I use works pretty much every time. First select a fat healthy specimen. Instead of adding the fish to the main tank I add the fish to a small breeding net. The type that hang or stick to the inside of the...

A freshwater fish tank is the best option to be considered for either beginners to the world of fish tanks, or for individuals looking to cut down on the time requirement necessary to maintain the tanks. When people think about fish tanks, they are most often picturing the freshwater variety. From cost, to set up, to ongoing maintenance, a freshwater fish tank can be a terrific way to add new pets to your home while minimizing the effort necessary to maintain them. When setting up a freshwater fish tank, you'll first need to assemble your supplies. The first supply, quite obviously, is the tank itself. One of the hardest parts of deciding which tank to use is the size of the tank. For a beginning...

Puffer fish are a part of the family Tetraodontidae. There are 19 genera and 121 individual species of puffer fish in this genus. Puffers flourish in the tropical regions of the world. Their numbers decrease substantially in temperate zones and are nonexistent in colder water regions. This species is prevalent in open water as well as the semi-enclosed estuaries of bays and sounds and the brackish water areas of river tidal mouths. Puffers are typically small to medium sized fish. However there are species that can grow up to almost 40 inches in length. Puffer fish derived their names from the highly elastic qualities of their stomach linings. They have the ability to rapidly inflate their stomach...

As a dive professional for some years now, it still gives me some amusement to notice that some perceptions don't change so quickly; entry-level student divers especially. Their worries or anxieties remain the same. Besides the usual queries about the diving course, anxieties regarding sharks and the perceived threat to their well-being when they go diving are still very much existent. To the general public, the mere mention of the word "shark" conjures up imagery of a fierce marine animal with sharp jagged teeth able to tear into flesh and bone easily, constantly on the prowl in the sea, ever ready to pounce on the swimmer, snorkeler or scuba diver who has the misfortune of being in the wrong place...

Put a Shark in your Aquarium! Bala Sharks can be a great add for any fish tank. It's fun to boast among your friends that you have a shark swimming around in your aquarium at home. Instantly they assume you have a ginormous shark. Let's put it this way - you can have a lot of fun talking about your Bala Shark Bala's are in the tropical semi-aggressive community and grow from 4" to 17" or more. Bala Shark are versatile in the fish tank, they don't hesitate to explore all levels in the water. You can find the Bala's scooting from top to bottom. Bala's are great for a community aquarium as they are non-aggressive. The funny thing about Bala's is they belong to the minnow family! Their dorsal is...

As with people fish thrive when kept in an environment as close to their own as possible. For this reason aquariums should be carefully structured to imitate the natural environments of the species it is home to as closely as possible. Even if it is not possible to duplicate exactly the living conditions found in the deep blue the fish will benefit from the effort. Fish are also very adaptable creatures. It is what allows them to live and thrive in captivity when many other marine animals are unable to make the change. The fish will adapt to the environment around them and learn to live in the conditions of their tank. It is important that these conditions remain as constant as possible. As in...

PH measures the degree of acidity or alkalinity present in the water of your aquarium. On the pH scale 0 is the most acidic, 7 is neutral and 14 is the most alkaline. Most fish happily tolerate anything between 6.4 and 7.8 but there are some exceptions.pH is a logarithmic scale, in simple terms this means that a small change in value indicates a very large change in acidity or alkalinity. It is much more important that you maintain a consistent pH. While a fish may prefer a pH of 7.2 it will most likely be perfectly happy with a pH of 6.7. However that same fish will be really stressed if it has to endure a pH swing of 0.3 in a day. Most aquarists deal with the pH issue by keeping it as constant as...

Fish tank aquariums are so much more than just pretty displays. It lights up a dull old room, livens up the dullest of office spaces and provides great company for any young child who wants something to care for. The days of the old fish bowl with tedious cleaning is long gone and today fish tanks are quite sophisticated. In terms of functionality its come a long way, but its no longer enough for a tank to just work well. They have to look great as well and this is what drives a lot of the latest designs. The latest fish tank designs includes some pretty funky designs. Anything from old computer screens to iPod cases and even toilets found itself host to some (un)lucky fish. A lot of it is just...

AQUARIUM: Start with as large an aquarium as you can afford. The very BASIC principle that is to have 1-2 inches of NARROW bodied fish per FILTERED aquarium gallon is a starting point, but not very accurate. This also only applies to a standard rectangular aquarium. Goldfish are dirty and fatter, so I would triple this with them, in fact for long term goldfish health, one goldfish per 8-10 gallons is best. Obviously longer fish need more tank width and length. I would decrease the amount of fish proportional to the gallons in a tall aquarium or hexagon aquarium. Remember, many fish purchased can grow much larger than your original purchase size (ex: goldfish), so keep this in mind too. What is much...

A fish owner, you have the responsibility to create and maintain an ideal environment for your pet, and there are a few easy steps you can follow to do this. Choosing a good tank: Fish require enough space to swim and sufficient oxygen to live, both of which are controlled by the size of the tank. The number of fish you can keep in a tank depends on the surface area of the tank. To determine this, multiply the length of the tank by its width. This number will tell you the surface area in inches. Most fish keepers agree that one inch of freshwater fish needs 30 square inches of surface area. A glass tank with silicon, rubber cement sealant is ideal. Glass does not scratch as easily as other surfaces...

The ultimate quest for the Marine Reef Keeper is keeping water parameters as close to natural sea water as possible. One of the main concerns for hobbyist is keeping Nitrates to a minimum, if not totally eradicating them. You need to have a reasonable understanding of the nitrate cycle, here is a quick guide. Fish produce waste very similar to us, this contains ammonia. Ammonia is then converted to nitrite by a bacteria known as Nitrosomonas. The Nitrite is then converted into nitrate by another bacteria called Nitrobacter. The final piece of the cycle where the nitrates are consumed by plants and algae and of cause your regular water changes. - The first and most important thing is regular small...

1. Make your aquarium attractive with real plants When you keep a fish tank or an aquarium it is mostly for the purpose of having something decorative around the house. Of course apart from this it is also supposed to create calmness in you if you are stressed out. When you think of putting accessories into it to make it look good and add to its visual appeal, think about something natural that will have more benefits than just the visual appeal. Instead of artificial plastic plants put in the natural ones as these are more beneficial for the tank as well as for the fish. Live plants add oxygen to the water and also assist in maintaining the chemistry in the water. These plants also provide a place...

Vallisneria Spiralis comes from the Hydrocharitaceae family and is normally found growing in Asia. it is a popular plant in aquariums as it is extremely easy for a beginner aquarist to grow and get used to keeping plants. Vallisneria Spiralis owes much of its popularity to the fact that it is capable of growing in virtually all water and lighting conditions. It is because of this that it is very easy for a newcomer to keep, virtually anyone can be successful with attempts to grow it. Generally a growth height of thirty to fifty five centimetres is reached and roughly a width of around five centimetres. Due to a fast growth rate and the ability to survive in almost any conditions, it is recommended...

The Blue-Green Chromis(Chromis viridis) is one of the hardiest and easiest fish to take care of in a salt-water aquarium. This fish is also known as Blue Green Damselfish or Green Puller. The color is somewhat between green and blue, depending on lighting conditions. However, a male will change its color to yellow when it's in a nesting mood. It is a great addition in your tank because of its peaceful nature and for its unique color. It's quite different to see this fish live compared to pictures. When you buy Blue-Green Chromis, it is best to buy them in odd numbers rather than one by one. For small gallon tanks (around 20-30) 3 would be an ideal number. This fish is highly dominant, and...

I don't like the term fish tank. I prefer to call it an aquarium. This is because an aquarium isn't just a tank for holding fish. It is a living environment and also a thing of beauty for your home. If it is well set up and maintained, then your fish will stay healthy and it will remain looking attractive and enhance your home. So you need to start off with a great looking aquarium if it is to remain a healthy and attractive environment for your fish. It must also fit in with your own decor. If you have a home full of antiques, then the latest bright red biOrb tank probably isn't for you. This article offers advice on choosing the perfect home for your fish. Not too many years ago, aquariums were...

Some people choose fish over dogs and cats because fish are comparatively easy to maintain and care for. While it is true that tropical fish (or any fish for that matter) may indeed require less maintenance than either cats, dogs and birds, but they can not live without any sort of maintenance at all. Tropical fish are living, breathing organisms so they do require food, a clean tank and treating when they become ill. Fish do not need feeding all the time, once a day will suffice, just remember to put enough food in the tank so that all your fish will get fed and none of them go without. When feeding your fish, you should remember that when you put the food in the tank they will not come up to the...

Setting up a planted tank is one of the most beautiful and rewarding experiences in freshwater fish keeping. Not only will your aquarium look natural and provide cover for your fish (which keeps them happy), the plants will help keep the water free from nitrates and other toxic biological compounds. Most of my tanks are at least semi-planted and I almost never have "random fish deaths" in those tanks. Plants in my opinion can act as a buffer to keep the water more stable for your fish. When you set up a planted tank there are many things to consider, such as which plants to pick, which lights and how much, and of course the substrate. For today lets focus on the substrate since it's the foundation...

Fish can brighten up your home as they lazily float around in their tank without a care in the world. You may even feel stress melt away you watch them do their thing. What do you look for when you look for pet supplies? For best results get everything set up at least a day before bringing any fish home. Fish are very particular about their environments, and this will give the tank time to stabilize and get to a good temperature for your fish. When choosing a fish tank you need to think about what type of fish you'll have in it. Get a manageable size so you can change the water frequently, and even occasionally fully clean it. You also want a tank that is big enough for the fish. Fish need room to...

It is no wonder that scuba diving and other related activities are becoming more and more popular, since the beauty of the aquatic world is undeniable. Fortunately, modern technology and equipment for aquarium setups are readily available. Through them, exploration of the different bodies of water and the different life forms found within is now made possible. For those who simply can't get enough of marine life, they can now appreciate, even on a daily basis, marine marvels by creating a sort of replica of the sea through marine fish tanks. If you are among those who are fond of exotic marine plants and animals, you can now take home these creatures and see them flourish in your very own aquarium...

Are you interested in keeping goldfish as pets in your home or office? If not then you can do so because keeping and caring for fish can be a very rewarding and pleasurable experience. Looking after these beautiful creatures, feeding them and maintaining their aquarium can give utmost pleasure and satisfaction to your senses. Fish are simply great pets as it is quite simple to look after them compared to cats or dog. Difference between freshwater and saltwater fish Many people wonder what the difference between freshwater and saltwater fish is. Actually, their names suggest the primary difference between them. Freshwater fish are found in normal waters around us and saltwater are found in the ocean...

Saltwater Aquarium - Are you considering setting one up in your home? If so then it is important that you know a little bit about what the major differences are between owning saltwater and freshwater fish. Well when it comes to freshwater fish that are kept in aquariums in someone's home or work place, these have been collected from rivers, ponds, streams or lakes. As for saltwater fish and invertebrates that you find in aquariums, these have been collected from the world's oceans and seas. You need to be aware that whereas the majority of freshwater fish have been raised in tanks or ponds, they find it much easier to adapt to life in an aquarium. However, saltwater fish such as angelfish...

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g an aquarium is a fun hobby for many, and it brings so much color and life into the room that it is placed in. Before you go out and buy one, you need to decide whether this is a casual or serious hobby, and how much time you are willing to put into maintaining the water balance of the tank. There are two main types of aquariums, the saltwater and the freshwater aquarium. Saltwater fish of course survive in a saltwater environment, while freshwater fish need fresh purified water. Obviously, if you put freshwater fish in a saltwater tank it will not survive, as saltwater fish need the saltwater environment and would "suffocate" in freshwater. The freshwater aquarium is easier to maintain than the...

INTRODUCTION: Nitrogen is an element vital to all life processes on Earth. Nitrogen is very important in our biosphere, where nitrogen comprises 78% of the atmosphere, and is part of every living tissue. It is a component of amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids. With the exception of carbon, nitrogen is the most universal element of life. Life could not exist without nitrogen. Nitrogen is essential for organic development; nitrogenous compounds are also required by some organisms for metabolic functions and respiration. All living organisms, from fish to plants, have great quantities of assimilated nitrogen in their tissues. Nitrogen is a fundamental ingredient for the formation of proteins and...

Fish enthusiasts have had the luxury of keeping foreign species for many years now. Technology has allowed us to replicate the conditions of their required lifestyles. Although many of us have kept a goldfish as a pet for many childhood years, much larger fish tanks holding a variety of different species are starting to find there way into more homes. Aquariums are broken up into two categories, tropical fish tanks aquariums and marine fish tank aquariums. Tropical fish tanks house fresh water fish, whilst marine fish tank are the salt water variety. Saltwater fish tanks are generally much more tricky to care for, as you have to keep some extra elements in the water at the correct level. This extra...

Maintaining a tropical fish tank can be a very expensive ordeal. Those who have started and kept up a tropical fish aquarium understands the cost of the maintenance supplies as well as the fish to occupy the aquarium. Time and money go hand in hand when it come to the maintenance of a tropical fish tank. If those two things a lacking in your life an option might be a carnival goldfish by your headboard. If those two items are not a problem for you though, a tropical fish aquarium can be a beautiful addition to your home or office. Adding beauty and distinction to an otherwise dull space. It isn't always necessary to spend a fortune on the fish and supplies though if you keep an eye out for tropical...

Starting a salt water aquarium is an exciting endeavor. You have the opportunity to create your own marine environment that you can enjoy in your own home. However, choosing to start an aquarium will require you to make quite a few important decisions. Questions like will you include "live rocks" into your ecosystem, what kind of filtration will you use, and how big will your saltwater aquarium be, must all be considered. However, one of the most exciting questions you must ask yourself is what kind of fish will I include in my tank? Fish are the obvious highlight of the saltwater aquarium and are quite an investment so this is a list of the 5 best fish to purchase when starting an aquarium...

Salt water tanks are sought after by many aquarium enthusiasts, however they are more tedious to maintain so are not often undertaken. Keeping a saltwater aquarium requires patience, and having live coral in your saltwater tank requires patience and knowledge. Patience, we say because the healthiest and hardiest path to owning a home coral aquarium is to grow you coral. While it takes more time, growing your own coral makes it much easier to maintain the health of your coral. You must become educated about the requirements for growing coral, and follow very specific procedures, but if you can be patient for approximately 12 weeks, you can grow your own coral for your home saltwater aquarium. The...

A well decorated aquarium would certainly add to the decor of your drawing room. Hobbyists spend considerable amount of time in adorning their fish tank with beautiful aquatic pieces. In fact festooning the aquarium with brilliant colored fish breeds swimming amidst rocky caves and water plants is quite exciting. Both the fresh water and salt water aquariums can be beautifully decorated by creating an artificial underwater biotope life. The following are some aquarium decorating tips that can be a great help for you. Fresh Water Aquarium Decorating Tipso You may ornament the aquarium with pieces of objects that would give a look of the ancient Roman Parthenon, a treasure or a chest box, replicas of...

Vibrant coral reefs are scattered all over the sea bottom in the close vicinity of the very protected launching site and varies from only a few meters to over 40 meters deep and therefore cater for the beginner as well as the advanced diver! This is the divers chance to indulge him/herself in coral reef diving "par excellence" and to experience the sight of huge Mata rays, whale sharks, enormous moray eels, vigorous game fish, massive potato basses and more! Nowhere else in Mozambique are Mantas so common and it is no wonder that the Inhambane coast is lately being called, the "Manta Coast"! Cresh Average Depth = 7 Meters Maximum Depth =10 Meters Scenery = the house reef is shallow enough for...

ou in the market for a new fish tank? If you are there, there is a good chance that you are interested in having a collection of fish or other sea life on display. Unfortunately, there are too many individuals who mistakenly believe that buying, setting up, and owning a fish tank is an easy process. While it is a process that doesn’t have to be overly complicated, it is one that needs to be thoroughly thought out and examined. After all, should you improperly set up your aquarium, it may not only result in a poor looking aquarium, but it may also harm your aquarium contents. Since you likely don’t want that to happen, you are advised to research what you are doing first. You can easily...

Being really observant is not one of my strengths, if you know what I mean. But, "observe, I did" when I noticed my first discus aquarium fish at my doctor's office. This life changing event happened when I was in for my yearly physical. It's usually true that freshwater aquariums are drab in contrast to saltwater tanks, which are more colorful and vibrant. My knowledge of freshwater vs saltwater aquariums was drastically changed on that day as I watched these gorgeous and, yes, colorful discus fish at the doctor's office. The fact that it was not a saltwater tank was revealed to me by the receptionist. At first I didn't believe her. In fact, she had to get someone else to substantiate her assertion...