Articles all about looking after goldfish properly. To understand the basics, start by reading our Introduction to Goldfish Care.
There are hundreds of thousands of different types of algae; some of these can end up growing in your aquarium. One of these is Blackbeard Algae. You may notice purple, brown or black fluffy tufts growing on the plants, glass or decor in your aquarium. But what is it? Takeaways What is black beard algae? … Read more
Aquatic snails are common in the aquarium hobby, and if you decide to have a planted aquarium, they are almost unavoidable. Snails often hitchhike on live plants and find themselves as uninvited guests to your fish tank. But are snails a simple pest to be removed, or are they a blessing in disguise? Depending on … Read more
Shrimp can be an excellent addition to a fish tank; they are very interesting to observe and are great cleanup crew, eating algaes and uneaten fish food! There are a couple different types of shrimp available in the hobby, the main two are amano shrimp and neocaridina shrimp. But, are they ideal tank mates for … Read more
You spent ages carefully setting up your goldfish tank, and you give your fish the best care, so why is your goldfish tank cloudy? That dreaded murky aquarium water could be down to a bacterial bloom if the tank hasn’t cycled properly yet, you might have forgotten to wash dusty gravel, or there could be … Read more
Infusoria is a large, loose basket term that describes all the aquatic micro life that can be found within any body of water. It includes things like tiny worms, crustaceans, algaes and plankton that are all living within an aquatic ecosystem. Some of these tiny animals and plants can end up in your home aquarium … Read more
Getting a new goldfish is so exciting! You can’t wait to introduce your new fishy friend to his tank mates and watch him settle in, right? But you can’t simply put your goldfish into the tank and hope for the best! To give your new pet the best start in his new home, it’s crucial … Read more
Goldfish can make excellent pets! But, if your new fishy friends are going to thrive, you’ll need to know a few basic things about how to set up your goldfish tank properly. Read this guide to find out everything you need to know about setting up a new goldfish tank. What Size Goldfish Tank Should … Read more