Saltwater Fish

When you are just starting to have fish in the home you obviously have a lot to learn to care about them properly and make sure that they survive for as long as their full life span is and not cause harm to them by wrong ways because of ignorance. There is a wide choice of fish that you can have in a fresh water tank and it should not be a problem to select some of these for your tank. So go ahead and start your aquarium with a fresh water one and get the suitable fish that you want for it. This is a much easier bet to take care of and a wise one to start your hobby with. 1. Some points to keep in mind for a fresh water aquarium Before you get your fresh water aquarium you would have to do some...

Triggerfish are some of the most unique fish to ever grace our the marine aquarium hobby. They all possess a very lopsided "Head" to "body" size ratio. Most of the time, their head takes up as much as one-third of their total body size. This is a much loved feature by enthusiasts as it almost looks as though it is a "swimming head" as opposed to the regular elongated body structure that most fishes have. They are called the triggerfish because of how their two dorsal fins along with their bottom fins can erect and lock in place. Such an action secures them when they are sleeping within the rock or their cave. Once locked, they are extremely difficult to pry out. They are found in most of the worlds...

Generally kids are known with their parents' name, but baby angelfish (angelfish fry) are bit different and they come forward to give their own introduction. Angelfish fry, very small in size, popular more than their parents are very similar to their parents. But in some cases, an angelfish fry and an angelfish adult of the same specie look very different. Angelfish have been used for breeding from many decades. Angelfish have adjusted their lifestyle as pets and are used to the tank life. Unlike human beings and other living organisms, angelfish have to be united. The breeding process, just sounds to be difficult but is not that difficult. You have to be very careful while getting the fish united...

Starting an aquarium can be a great adventure when you stock it with freshwater Angelfish. These fish have great personalities and make beautiful additions to an existing or new aquarium. Most people choose one of the Pterophyllum scalare varieties, but there are many different varieties from which to choose. When you are looking for the perfect fish for your tank you will have a wide array of colors and markings from which to select your fish. It will be important to remember that Angelfish live up to ten years when they are cared for properly. Therefore, it is important to plan on a long-term relationship with your fish and get a tank and accessories that will meet their needs. Angels grow to...

"All diseases run into one, old age" In the above lines the famous poet Ralph Emerson tells us that all diseases come with old age only. But that's not true, diseases are not only limited to old age, they can happen to anybody of any age. As no one in this world is immortal, the same way there is nobody in this world who does not get ill. Be it human beings, plants or animals, every living organism gets ill. Sounds bizarre but aquatic animals such as angelfish also get ill and get inactive. Some of the common diseases of the fish are: • Ichthyophthirius or Ich It is also known as "white spot disease". Ich is a protozoan infection for which a parasite Ichthyophthirius multifiliis is responsible. An...

Coral Beauty Angelfish(Centropyge bispinosus) (a.k.a. Two-Spined Angelfish or Dusky Angelfish) is a highly popular salt-water aquarium addition because of its dark blue coloring found along its head and fins. The body is colored with an iridescent orange color accentuated by dark, vertical strips. When grown inside the aquarium, the Coral Beauty Angelfish can grow to about 3.5-4 inches. Aside from its coloring, it's also highly sought for its mild nature, low cost, and ease of care. This fish requires a tank size of about 50 gallons to roam freely. But if you wish to have a tank with a lot of fish in it, a tank of 100 gallons is highly recommended. Only one fish per tank is ideal, but if you wish to...

Freshwater Angelfish are in the fish family called cichlids, which include other large freshwater fish such as Jack Dempsey and Oscars. They are most commonly found in the waters of Central and South America. They are distinctive because of their triangular bodies. Through the years, Angelfish have been bred to great variety. Although they may vastly differ in size, shape, and color, they share the ability to thrive on a varied diet. Angelfish can survive on a single food, but they will not flourish like they can when their diet is diversified between one main basic food and differing treats. Just as people thrive on a variety of foods, so will fish. A good choice for a basic food is a quality flake...

Starting an aquarium can be a great adventure when you stock it with freshwater Angelfish. These fish have great personalities and make beautiful additions to an existing or new aquarium. Most people choose one of the Pterophyllum scalare varieties, but there are many different varieties from which to choose. When you are looking for the perfect fish for your tank you will have a wide array of colors and markings from which to select your fish. When they are well cared for, Angelfish will live up to ten years. The Marble Angelfish is a beautiful silver and black fish that grows to six inches in length and often lives longer than ten years. Some of the fish will change colors depending on their age...

Sometimes you may notice that the angelfish do not breed. This is possible due to many factors. Change of habitat, feeling of insecurity, lack of proper lighting and brighter environment may be some of the reasons. A few adjustments can solve the problems. But you have to give special attention to the position of the aquarium, provision of a quieter location at which you can preferably place the aquarium on a higher stand and ensuring the non-presence of other fish which may be interfering while they breed. Many varieties of angelfish are considered easy to breed, provided they are kept in good conditions and environment which include the water and food quality supplies. You can judge the poor...

Altum angelfish originally came from Brazil, Venezuela and Colombia. The word Altum is a Latin word means tall and this fits the fish well because it can grow as 30cm/12'' in height and they can get long as 15 cm/6''. This angelfish are the sensitive version of angels. They are not that suitable for keeping as pets because of its timid and sensitive tratots plus they could cost a lot ranging from $20-$50. But if you really into this angel, then you must prepare to pay for this amount to acquire this sensitive angel. The suitable and normal rtange of ph for its water is 4.5-6.5 plus they prefer warmer water with temperature of 28-30C/82-86F. Altum angelfish is one of the largest and colorful cichlid...

Everything can be won by love and care. From the day we are born our loved ones care about us and this love and care helps us to live happily. A day without love and care is a day incomplete. It is not only the human beings who need love and care but animals as well as plants also need it. In combination with food and water, everybody needs love and care too. Some are very fortunate as they have many caring hands and one such creature is Angelfish. Angelfish are cared by their mothers and by fish lovers who keep them in aquariums. Bringing angelfish home is also a step by step process, the first is bringing the tank, then deciding the fish, giving them good conditions to live and last but not the...

While producing the high quality angelfish, an aquarist should remember a list of areas to provide the best angelfish. Here I am highlighting few of the important points to be considered for breeding purposes, although it's difficult to identify all features to improve the breeding quality of an angelfish. And some of the features cannot be judged properly when compared with a non-breeding angelfish. There's no guarantee that all the juvenile angelfish would be suitable for breeding. But we make the best and high quality angelfish with our breeding experience and following certain guidelines strictly. The point I mention here today for producing high quality breed would have to be proven to...

Breeding angelfish can be very difficult, but I am here to simplify it. At least the knowledge you need to have to feed your angelfish fry correctly. Since your baby angelfish are very small, brine shrimp, a common angelfish food, will be too big even if they have recently hatched. Since brine shrimp are too large for the fry to consume, you should feed them brine shrimp eggs. The fry should be in their own rearing aquarium when you begin feeding them. Make sure the fish are acclimated to the new water by leaving them in it for one or two hours also. The fry actually break free from the egg with a yoke sac and can live for about one day before eating is necessary. We recommend that you feed your new...

The most common problem with the hatching of angelfish eggs is the stress to the fish itself. If the fish gets nervous or stressed, it will eat the spawn. However, good aquarium conditioning and provision of normal and natural environment to them will result in the parent- raise. Sometimes this job is done by addition of reverse osmosis water and provision of good quality food feeding throughout the hatching and breeding tenure. Some fish don't eat more while guarding spawn. These fish should not be overfed during this period. Similarly they should not be kept in a rush place or more exposed to light. The place should be a huge one and should contain more hiding places. You should take special care...

Angelfish Acclimation Procedures Angelfish are very sensitive. Given this, it is important to note that their acclimation procedure is very crucial. If done properly, you will be assured of a successful relocation and adjustment of your angelfish with its new environment. Angelfish Delivery Preparation - Have a separate aquarium to quarantine your new angelfish. Shipping causes stress on your angelfish, making them vulnerable to any pathogens present in your aquarium. Failure to quarantine newly arrived fish may kill them. - The aquarium for the new fish must use regular tap water. Ensure that it has nitrifying bacteria or an active filter with nitrifying bacteria. Alternatively, you may also use a...

Angelfish are delights for every fish lover and being a fish keeper you will need to know a lot about these beautiful fish. Moreover, if you are interested in breeding them then it is essential that you know everything about this fish species. Angelfish are a part the cichlid family of fish. They can be quite aggressive at certain times. Therefore, you need experience and knowledge to decide when and how to put angelfish in a community tank. As with most large fish, angels develop a personality. One aspect of angelfish is that it is very difficult to differentiate male angelfish from the female when they are young. You can do that only when the fish attain maturity. Breeding Notes: The breeding...

If you are fond of aquarium fish then Angelfish can be a priceless addition to your aquarium. They are beautiful and graceful and can give immense pleasure to the beholder of their beauty. However, before adding angelfish into your freshwater fish tank you must ensure that you are not putting these fish with other fish species which do not get along well with angelfish. Although apparently angelfish may appear to be very peaceful and gentle, but it is a fact that they can sometime be quite aggressive as well. Moreover, they also have this tendency to eat smaller fish species present in the tank! Angelfish are a part of the Cichlid family. They are available in a number of varieties and colors. But...

"Love begins by taking care of the closest ones - the ones at home." Everyone on this earth needs love and care, be it human beings, animals or plants. A human being adult or small, both get happy when being loved, even a toddler knows how to react when it is loved. Ever noted on being caressed, a dog wags its tail with utmost enjoyment and same goes in the case of plants also. Plants grow well, if they are cared, care here does not mean pouring water but touching them with love, talking to them lovingly. In all these organisms, one such organism which is lovely and deserves a lot of love and care is Angelfish. Angelfish, being lovable, fragile, popular and graceful are favorites among aquarium...

Match-Making To make your fish tank aquarium a stunning swirl of colour and activity, you will want to add a variety of tropical freshwater fish. All fish have different colours, patterns, fin designs, sizes, shapes, temperaments and ideal living conditions. For the welfare of fish and therefore the success of fish tank aquariums, it is vital that you research the fish you would like, to know which ones can live together in health and harmony. For example, you cannot match peaceful and aggressive fish, ones that like cooler water and ones that need higher temperatures etc. Common sense stuff! Space Out Your Fish A good idea is to select fish that occupy different levels in tropical freshwater tank...

Owning an aquarium full of beautiful tropical fish can be very enjoyable. Many people say that watching the fish is a very relaxing past time and the living beauty it provides the home is very satisfying. The fish make outstanding pets as they hardly take any time for care and do not require any demands for your time. There is one thing that is required thought and that is maintaining and caring for the fish tank. Fish tank maintenance is a very important part of tropical fish ownership. When performing fish tank maintenance it has been thought that it is best to remove the fish from the tank. Nothing could be further from the truth. It is best to leave the fish in the tank when cleaning the tank or...

Rule number one of keeping tropical fish is you should never overfeed them. Don't turn your aquarium into a snow dome! If your fish are still guzzling five minutes after you dropped the flakes in, you've given them too much. Uneaten flakes will drift into the nooks and crannies, and rot causing water pollution, which in turn will lead to disease. Some fish, such as the discus are very sensitive to water pollution, and with these species it is best to feed them very little and often. But for most varieties of tropical fish, twice a day should be sufficient. Just be careful that everyone else in the house knows that the fish have been fed to avoid doubling up. Just like we humans, your fish will...

An Aquarium filter is a required device for both freshwater and marine aquaria, and are very important for maintaining high water quality in your fish tank. Aquarium Filters can be either internal or external to the aquarium, external filters are sometimes called HOB's or hang on back. A filter will process fish waste, unconsumed food and other particulates, some filters can even filter down to the micron level. Filters are available in a wide variety of sizes and styles to work with any type or size aquarium you choose. Below are some of the most common filter styles used today. Power Filters Power filters are the most common and popular filter for most aquarium enthusiasts. They are easy to set...

Once you have your tank, you should know how many gallons of water it holds, as this determines the amount of gravel you will need to put in the tank. The general opinion is that you should put one pound of gravel to one gallon of water, this will be beneficial for the good bacteria you need that resides at the bottom of your tank. The one thing you must do before you add your gravel is to wash it to make sure it is clean, this will remove any harmful bacteria before adding it to your tank. Once the gravel is in the tank, then you can start to put your plants in, or any other ornaments you have chosen to add, but do not over fill your tank with these items. You want a well balanced looking fish tank...

There are two categories of angelfish diseases. These diseases can be contagious so make sure to separate as soon as possible the infected angelfish from the other clean and healthy fishes in your aquarium. The first one is the bacterial angelfish diseases and the other one is the parasitic angelfish diseases. Both are curable and could be prevented from proper care. Both are also caused by sudden change of environment, shipping time and stress. Some angelfish diseases are Cotton Wool Disease is caused by low heat, poor water quality or crowding. You will some translucent on the skin of the angel with this infection, Dropsy, Popeye, Bleeding or Red Streaks on Skin Vibrios is the main cause of this...

Koi carp have become a favorite among pet lovers and freshwater fish enthusiasts, not only because of their vibrant colors and elegant grace, but also because of their bubbly personalities. They are energetic swimmers who love to show off, and are known to glide over to their watchers in greeting and eat from their master's hand. However, while they bring a lot of joy to our lives, we tend to forget that we also need to return the favor. Providing them the proper koi fish supplies are a good way to start showing our appreciation. Have a Right-Sized Pond Give them enough room to grow in, not just to swim in. Koi fish tend to grow large quickly, so make sure you get your facts straight early on when...

Probably the most popular tropical aquarium Tetra is the Neon Tetra. Originally from freshwater streams in Brazil, Columbia and Peru, it's a peaceful, community fish and quite suitable for the beginner aquarist. The Neon Tetra is a schooling fist and, as such, should always be kept with a community of 10 or so – they get lonely and sicken if alone. They prefer a somewhat dim environment so a few floating plants to filter the light is recommended as well as a dark substrate flooring. In addition, place plenty of plants on the bottom of the tank for hiding spots– but leave enough room for some "open" swimming. Be aware that during the night, - when your Neon Tetra is hiding and resting - it will...

Koi fish supplies are the most important things you need in taking care of your koi fish. They are the must-haves in every koi pond and they are quite expensive to say the least. But if you are into koi fish-breeding or just simply loves to take care of koi, your fish cannot simply live in a good condition without them. Here are some of the essential koi fish supplies you need for your koi-keeping: Water pumps- this is used for the right flow of water in the pond. There are two types of water pumps, first the submersible pump. This pump is best advised to be on small to medium-sized ponds. Second, the external pump, it is more suitable for medium-sized to large ponds because it can handle larger...

When starting a saltwater aquarium you have a number of options as to the look, feel, and even the natural foundations that your aquarium will have. You, as the saltwater aquarist, have the opportunity to introduce "live rocks" into your saltwater aquarium, which bring a natural feel to your saltwater aquarium. As opposed to artificial corals and stones "Live rocks" are rocks that can possibly contain a number of different marine life forms which are all found naturally in the saltwater environment. These "rocks can contain life in the form of coral, crustaceans, algae, and many others. You must realize that the rock itself is not alive but the rock is teaming with life on its surface. These live...

When I first started the hobby of marine aquariums I wanted the biggest, the newest and the best of the fish tanks I could find. The first tank I started was 200 gallons and had over 20 fish in it. It took me months to get it up and running and even then I was never satisfied. I was always cleaning, or adding new corals, or taking care of sick fish. I then decided that this tank was too much for me. I decided to move to something a little smaller. I moved down to a 50 gallon tank and gave a lot of my stuff away to friends. Once this tank was done cycling and I had it full of coral it still was not hitting the spot for me. I decided I wanted a challenge. I moved onto a new type of tank that was all...

Putting freshwater aquarium rocks can be of great help in your tank. Apart from just being an ornament to beautify or add a view to your tank, rocks also provide hiding and breeding places for your fish. Rocks can also be used to help anchor plants and other ornaments in your tank. The surface of the rocks also provide a good surface for good bacteria to grow. In choosing rocks, you should make sure that you use the solid kind, not the type that will crumble or dissolve in the water. Make sure that they are well anchored or are neatly tucked on your tank to be sure that the rocks would not endanger your fish. The rocks that you use should not be composed of calcium. Rocks that give off calcium are...

There are several hobbies one can have that turn in to real passion some day. One among them is maintaining an aquarium. This hobby though is a serious one as there is no room for mistakes else you shall land up harming or killing a living creature. The first and foremost thing you must understand before deciding to take care of an aquarium and its fishes is to know the right technique to clean your fresh water aquarium. This process needs lot of patience and knowledge else you might land up killing those beautiful creatures. The beginners in this field would benefit a lot from these tips. When it comes to cleaning a fresh water aquarium, there are two main factors that you must consider: 1...