http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Pets:Fish EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Every aquarist you talk to knows what a clown loach is. The reason? They earn the right to have "clown" in their common name. Read about some of their strange behaviours in this article and you'll see what I mean. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:12:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clown-Loach-Behaviour-is-Strange-Indeed&id=1547496 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clown-Loach-Behaviour-is-Strange-Indeed&id=1547496 Goldfish sick with disease are easy to detect. They will have symptoms that are different from normal goldfish behavior. Goldfish are fast swimmers. If your goldfish is swimming very slowly and turning belly up frequently while swimming know that there is something wrong. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:24:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-This-Goldfish-Sick-Or-Healthy&id=1571043 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-This-Goldfish-Sick-Or-Healthy&id=1571043 Comet goldfish are first bred in America. Though China is believed to be the origin of goldfish comets originated in the USA. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:11:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Introduction-to-Comet-Goldfish&id=1564893 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Introduction-to-Comet-Goldfish&id=1564893 Gold fish disease can be caused by a host of reasons. Rough handling, fighting among themselves, accidental injury, stressful living conditions, and poor feeding can invite diseases. Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:24:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Information-on-Gold-Fish-Disease&id=1558730 http://ezinearticles.com/?Information-on-Gold-Fish-Disease&id=1558730 You too can claim your right to be a betta fish snob once you know the prize winning characteristics of a "true" half moon betta. It's not difficult once you know what the pros look for. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 08:00:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Betta-Fish-Snob&id=1530685 http://ezinearticles.com/?Betta-Fish-Snob&id=1530685 Caring for goldfish will be better if you have some basic goldfish information. Goldfish are favored pets for the sedative effect they have on their owners. They are colorful and strong characters. They are hardy pets and will need no grooming. Despite this some basic care should to be taken in keeping goldfish. Otherwise these pets would die in large numbers. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:32:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helpful-Goldfish-Information&id=1550659 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helpful-Goldfish-Information&id=1550659 It seems like a lot of newbies think that to get into this hobby, all you need to do is get a tank o'water, plop in a few tropical fish, sit back, and enjoy. Oh wait. Did you say tropical fish? Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:59:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Aquariums-Are-Life-Support-Systems&id=1541183 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Aquariums-Are-Life-Support-Systems&id=1541183 There are many things to consider when deciding to buy your first male betta. Siamese fighting fish come in all varieties of color, fin shape, and patterns. Learn some of the basics, and you'll surely decide on the perfect betta to call your own! Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:56:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Betta-Fish-Guide-to-Buying-a-Healthy-Male-Betta&id=1540664 http://ezinearticles.com/?Betta-Fish-Guide-to-Buying-a-Healthy-Male-Betta&id=1540664 Assuming you already have a pair of Discus ready to lay eggs, let's take a look at the basics of preparing a tank for them. A bare bottom tank 303 x 243 x 203 (length x width x height), is ideal for breeding Discus. Water level should be at least 18 inches from the bottom of the tank. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:51:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Breeding-Discus-How-to-Prepare-the-Tank&id=1541010 http://ezinearticles.com/?Breeding-Discus-How-to-Prepare-the-Tank&id=1541010 I've been a bad beta owner and let my beta fish get fat and lazy. Here's how you can have better betas by conditioning them. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:47:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Work-Your-Beta,-Work-It!&id=1535725 http://ezinearticles.com/?Work-Your-Beta,-Work-It!&id=1535725 Asking an aquarium owner how to breed fancy guppies is a bit like asking one how to keep the fish wet. As long as you have a male and a female fancy guppy in your tank, breeding will take place. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:28:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Breed-Fancy-Guppies&id=1517779 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Breed-Fancy-Guppies&id=1517779 Betta fish are magnificent fish for beginners and expert fish keepers alike. Besides the veiltails commonly found in pet stores, there are many other options available for tail types among siamese fighting fish. This can lead to some confusion, but if you would like to know how to spot the differences between the halfmoons, crowntails, round tails, and delta tails in siamese fighting fish, then ... Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:35:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Siamese-Fighting-Fish-Explanation-of-Betta-Tail-Types&id=1529947 http://ezinearticles.com/?Siamese-Fighting-Fish-Explanation-of-Betta-Tail-Types&id=1529947 Caring for goldfish should come naturally if we love them as pets. Goldfish are hardy pets and do not require the care and grooming that other pets demand. Caring for goldfish is possible with a little effort. The rewards are of course immense in comparison to the efforts. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:31:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-on-Caring-For-Goldfish&id=1541800 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-on-Caring-For-Goldfish&id=1541800 The Clown Loach fish (not to be confused with the Clown Fish in Finding Nemo) is one of the most popular aquarium fish around. The reason is probably their peaceful demeanor and entertaining personality. If you set up your aquarium incorrectly the clown loach will be shy and spend most of its time in hiding. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:47:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clown-Loach-Fish&id=1536588 http://ezinearticles.com/?Clown-Loach-Fish&id=1536588 I've been a bad beta owner and let my beta fish get fat and lazy. Here's how you can have better betas by conditioning them. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:45:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Work-Your-Beta,-Work-It!&id=1535725 http://ezinearticles.com/?Work-Your-Beta,-Work-It!&id=1535725 Lots of mystery can surround the proper feeding techniques for baby betta fish. Ideally, they should be fed a mixture of the biggest foods that will fit into their mouth at any given time. A mixture of live foods such as microworms, baby brine shrimp, grindal worms, daphnia, white worms and vinegar eels will ensure your young bettas are able to ... Fri, 03 Oct 2008 10:12:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Baby-Betta-Foods-What-Live-Fish-Foods-Are-Ideal-For-Young-Betta-Fry?&id=1535324 http://ezinearticles.com/?Baby-Betta-Foods-What-Live-Fish-Foods-Are-Ideal-For-Young-Betta-Fry?&id=1535324 The Siamese fighting fish, also known as the betta fish or the betta splendens, is probably the most popular species of freshwater fish that you would normally want to buy and place in your aquarium. Their brightly colored fins and scales that come in a variety of hues can be very attractive as they swim around in an aquarium. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:57:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Betta-Splendens-Fish-A-Popular-Aquatic-Pet&id=1533835 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Betta-Splendens-Fish-A-Popular-Aquatic-Pet&id=1533835 Koi food is basically food specially made for Koi fish. What's so special about Koi fish that they need Koi food? Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:52:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Feeding-Koi-Fish-For-Good-Nutrition&id=1533829 http://ezinearticles.com/?Feeding-Koi-Fish-For-Good-Nutrition&id=1533829 All fish that thrive and live in the tropical region and environments all over the world are considered tropical fish. In general, tropical fish include species as well fishes that thrive in freshwater. However, fish keepers normally use the term "tropical fish" to describe and refer on to fish that need and require fresh water to live, while those species of fish that require salt water are more commonly referred to as marine fish. Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:50:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Aquarium-Fish-Species&id=1533816 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Aquarium-Fish-Species&id=1533816 Anchor worms are another external parasite that often affects goldfish and other types of fish that is quite common. Anchor worms often referred to as Lernaea cyprinacea, a common copepod parasite which are small crustaceans. These parasites are mostly found on pond raised fish but if left untreated they can cause serious damage to your fish not only in population of parasites but the secondary bacterial infections that can arise as well after the anchor worms attach themselves to the body of the goldfish. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:09:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Anchor-Worms-on-Goldfish&id=1533174 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Anchor-Worms-on-Goldfish&id=1533174 When you are choosing between regular goldfish and koi goldfish, there is some goldfish info that you will need to consider. The first consideration should be the size of the pond that the fish will be placed in. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:29:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Things-to-Consider-Before-Choosing-Koi-Goldfish-For-Your-Pond&id=1537645 http://ezinearticles.com/?Things-to-Consider-Before-Choosing-Koi-Goldfish-For-Your-Pond&id=1537645 Betta splendens, commonly called the Siamese Fighting Fish, are a very unique little fish. It is a very popular pet fish because it can be kept in small containers and is a very beautiful, yet hardy fish. But this fish is very unique as far as fish are concerned. Here are 4 fun facts about Bettas, or Siamese Fighting Fish. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:56:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Did-You-Know?-4-Fun-Facts-About-Bettas&id=1526985 http://ezinearticles.com/?Did-You-Know?-4-Fun-Facts-About-Bettas&id=1526985 People in general, think that keeping marine fish is a difficult task. In some cases this maybe true, because saltwater fish needs a bit more time, work and equipments in comparison to freshwater fish. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:47:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Keeping-Marine-Fish-The-Easy-Way&id=1525316 http://ezinearticles.com/?Keeping-Marine-Fish-The-Easy-Way&id=1525316 The stress reducing benefits of watching fishes are well documented. A fish aquarium is considered beneficial in calming the nerves of the aquarium owner. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:42:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Interesting-Goldfish-Info&id=1535975 http://ezinearticles.com/?Interesting-Goldfish-Info&id=1535975 Keeping goldfish is the most hassle free hobby. It's very popular too for the same reason. Watching goldfishes swimming in the aquarium has beneficial and calming effect on the mind. Keeping goldfish releases stress and tension. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:24:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basics-of-Keeping-Goldfish&id=1535669 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basics-of-Keeping-Goldfish&id=1535669 Gold fishes come in many fancy colors. Their appeal lies in their body colors that range from different shades of yellow to black. Of these numerous varieties of freshwater goldfishes the blue goldfish, also known as Blue Oranda goldfish, is a rare species of fish. Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:09:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knowing-About-the-Blue-Goldfish&id=1533625 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knowing-About-the-Blue-Goldfish&id=1533625 Breeding betta fish is something that many people have tried and even more have struggled with. However, learning to breed betas successfully does require that some work. It isn't like breeding guppies at all where you just simply put a few fish in a tank and start making babies. No breeding betta fish successfully requires proper knowledge of betta fish care, and in learning to apply tips that are crucial in order to get that next prizes full moon tailed betta. Here are a 3 quick tips that will help you on your next attempt at breeding betta fish. Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:20:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Breeding-Betta-Fish-Successfully-Getting-That-Prized-Full-Moon-Tailed-Betta&id=1189148 http://ezinearticles.com/?Breeding-Betta-Fish-Successfully-Getting-That-Prized-Full-Moon-Tailed-Betta&id=1189148 Every day, hundreds of people get the urge to start keeping tropical fish. This can take many different forms. Betta splendens is one of the best species of fish to start with. They're easy to take care of, come in many different colours, and have many acceptable tankmates. There are also many... Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:15:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-For-Beginners-Start-With-a-Betta&id=1519538 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-For-Beginners-Start-With-a-Betta&id=1519538 Be sure of how to set up your gold fish tank properly before you purchase your freshwater goldfish. This fish can be very hardy and a great first pet, but if the fish tank is not set up properly, the fish will not survive. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:50:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Description-of-Freshwater-Goldfish&id=1527319 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Description-of-Freshwater-Goldfish&id=1527319 If you set up a gold fish tank, be sure to remember that gold fish need more space than other fish. A ten gallon tank that is rectangular will work best. Keep in mind that koi gold fish can get larger and usually do better in ponds. Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:48:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Know-Before-Setting-Up-a-Gold-Fish-Tank&id=1527258 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Know-Before-Setting-Up-a-Gold-Fish-Tank&id=1527258 Gallon fish aquariums need certain essential pieces of equipment in order for you to provide the ideal environment for the fish and other marine life to reside in. If you intend to keep a saltwater gallon fish aquarium, along with a good filtration system, you need a good heating system and an air pump system. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:19:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Gallon-Fish-Aquarium-Essential-Equipment-Needed&id=1514580 http://ezinearticles.com/?Gallon-Fish-Aquarium-Essential-Equipment-Needed&id=1514580 For a gallon aquarium tank, whether you are keeping one for fun or intend to make it a full time hobby, you need to make sure you know how to maintain it. Proper maintenance of one will ensure that the right environment is created for the fish and marine life that live in it. Before you can even get started with your hobby you need to get your gallon aquarium tank and then set it up. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:19:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-Gallon-Aquarium-Tank-Made-From?&id=1514578 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-Gallon-Aquarium-Tank-Made-From?&id=1514578 Gallon aquariums come in a wide range of sizes and shapes. There are those which only hold 5 gallons of water, and others which hold 200 or more gallons. But whichever size of gallon aquarium you buy you will need to know the correct ways to look after them so that the fish and other marine life in them, including the corals in a reef tank can survive. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:19:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Type-of-Gallon-Aquarium-Should-You-Buy?&id=1514576 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Type-of-Gallon-Aquarium-Should-You-Buy?&id=1514576 One reason why you may want to consider purchasing a custom made 90 gallon aquarium over the standard models is if the space where it is to be situated, is of an irregular size or shape. Also have you considered actually having the aquarium mounted into a wall rather than having a free standing model. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:18:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?90-Gallon-Aquarium-Custom-Made-Or-Not?&id=1514575 http://ezinearticles.com/?90-Gallon-Aquarium-Custom-Made-Or-Not?&id=1514575 A 75 gallon aquarium is a wonderful addition to have in your home as long as you have the space to have it installed. It is worthwhile actually spending time doing some research into keeping an aquarium in good condition to provide a healthy environment for the fish and marine life you will be keeping in it, before you make your purchase. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:42:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?75-Gallon-Aquarium-Buying-Considerations&id=1514563 http://ezinearticles.com/?75-Gallon-Aquarium-Buying-Considerations&id=1514563 People who choose to put ponds in their gardens often choose to keep some type of fish in them. Most of the time, the fish of choice is the koi gold fish. Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:16:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Background-on-Koi-Gold-Fish&id=1521670 http://ezinearticles.com/?Background-on-Koi-Gold-Fish&id=1521670 55 gallon aquariums just like any other size of aquarium need to be cared for correctly in order to establish the right kind of environment for the fish residing in the tank. One thing that needs to be done regularly is that you need to change some (not all) of the water in your 55 gallon aquarium on a regular basis, in order to remove waste and debris that has built up in it, and replenish essential nutrients that have been lost. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:52:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?55-Gallon-Aquarium-The-Water-Needs-Changing&id=1509404 http://ezinearticles.com/?55-Gallon-Aquarium-The-Water-Needs-Changing&id=1509404 10 gallon aquariums need to be set up in exactly the same way as you would if the tank was a much larger one. If you want the fish that you buy to place in a 10 gallon aquarium to survive then the first thing you need to do is actually create the right kind of environment for them first. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:50:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Gallon-Aquarium-Set-it-Up-Right&id=1509322 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Gallon-Aquarium-Set-it-Up-Right&id=1509322 A 5 gallon aquarium is a great way to get started in what can turn into a really great hobby in the future. There are plenty of places online where you can get a complete 5 gallon aquarium starter kit. These consist of a tank made from solid acrylic or glass, an agent to dechlorinate the water, food for the fish, and a light fixture within the hood. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:49:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-5-Gallon-Aquarium-Can-Look-Great&id=1509302 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-5-Gallon-Aquarium-Can-Look-Great&id=1509302 A 200 gallon aquarium, after being installed will then need to be furnished. This part of the setting up process, is what will ensure that your 200 gallon aquarium not only looks nice to those who see it, but also create the right kind of environment in which you can keep fish and other marine life. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:47:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Furnishing-Your-200-Gallon-Aquarium&id=1502890 http://ezinearticles.com/?Furnishing-Your-200-Gallon-Aquarium&id=1502890 This article will tell you what are the essential things needed for buying a home aquarium with their approximate costs. There are several components needed in order to buy an aquarium. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:06:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Fish-Aquariums-Are-Fulfilling-For-the-Hobbyist-But-What-Are-the-Costs&id=1498700 http://ezinearticles.com/?Home-Fish-Aquariums-Are-Fulfilling-For-the-Hobbyist-But-What-Are-the-Costs&id=1498700 When you are making a final decision on setting up your aquarium, there are a few important questions you should ask yourself. The answers that you provide to these questions will help you determine what what size and type of aquarium setup that you should tackle. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:55:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-the-Proper-Aquarium-Size-Important-Points-to-Consider&id=1509595 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-the-Proper-Aquarium-Size-Important-Points-to-Consider&id=1509595 Salt water tanks will experience salt creep, there is no way around it. You will probably find that it is best to not let salt creep get out of control. Salt creep can quickly become cumbersome to clean if you let it go. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:53:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Salt-Creep-in-Aquariums-and-How-to-Deal-With-It&id=1509522 http://ezinearticles.com/?Salt-Creep-in-Aquariums-and-How-to-Deal-With-It&id=1509522 Different types of aquarium fish will require different size aquariums, and different types of pet health care. Choosing what type of aquarium fish to bring home depends on the time you want to spend caring for your new pet. When considering the aquarium care for beginners, you should consider the amount of maintenance you are willing to take on. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:53:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Aquarium-Care-Guide-For-Beginners&id=1509252 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Aquarium-Care-Guide-For-Beginners&id=1509252 50 gallon aquariums really do make a wonderful addition to any room as well as providing you with a great hobby. Today the creation and maintaining of an aquarium is a very popular hobby with people around the globe, and if you are considering getting one yourself, then going for a 50 gallon aquarium is the perfect beginners one. Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:33:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?50-Gallon-Aquarium-Think-Before-You-Buy!&id=1509362 http://ezinearticles.com/?50-Gallon-Aquarium-Think-Before-You-Buy!&id=1509362 Tank maintenance is very important to pet health care. Taking care of tank maintenance with a betta fish does not require much. Bettas are clean fish, so cleaning is minimal but you will need to clean the tank regularly. Remember that standing water can grow stagnant quickly, and is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. You would not want to swim around in icky water, so why make your betta fish? Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:12:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aquarium-Fish-Betta-Fish-Care&id=1509258 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aquarium-Fish-Betta-Fish-Care&id=1509258 Aquariums can be both great fun and unique teaching resource for children. Setting up your first fish tank doesn't have to be a challenge. If you follow the five easy steps of purchasing the equipment, choosing the right location, filling the tank, adding the accessories, and introducing the fish, you will discover that setting up a tropical fish aquarium can be an enjoyable process. By the end of this article, you will know all the basic steps for assembling your first tropical fish tank. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:23:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-Tank-Setup-in-5-Easy-Steps&id=1506333 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-Tank-Setup-in-5-Easy-Steps&id=1506333 There are many reasons to keep a gold fish aquarium. Your child may be looking for a first pet and a gold fish seems like the right choice or maybe you just like gold fish. No matter what your reason is, it is important to know how to make a healthy environment for your new gold fish. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:58:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Starting-Up-a-Gold-Fish-Aquarium&id=1516807 http://ezinearticles.com/?Starting-Up-a-Gold-Fish-Aquarium&id=1516807 100 gallon aquariums are not exactly cheap to purchase, and the cost of actually owning one can prove to be relatively high as well. So even before you do suddenly rush out to buy yourself a 100 gallon aquarium, there are a number of things you will need to take into consideration. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:10:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?100-Gallon-Aquarium-Consider-Before-Buying&id=1502430 http://ezinearticles.com/?100-Gallon-Aquarium-Consider-Before-Buying&id=1502430 Goldfish come in many different shapes, sizes and colors. The average goldfish size is given but you should remember that if you take good care and treat them right they may grow to be above average sizes. The most common type of food for all breeds of goldfish is goldfish flakes Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:08:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Every-Goldfish-Size-is-Different&id=1515351 http://ezinearticles.com/?Every-Goldfish-Size-is-Different&id=1515351 A 55 gallon aquarium stand is essential if you want your aquarium to remain level and safe once it has been filled with water, equipment, fish and marine life. But what type of 55 gallon aquarium stand you get will depend largely on the type of aquarium you buy. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:42:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?55-Gallon-Aquarium-Stand-What-Choices-Do-You-Have?&id=1514532 http://ezinearticles.com/?55-Gallon-Aquarium-Stand-What-Choices-Do-You-Have?&id=1514532 A 150 gallon aquarium provides you with the opportunity to keep a much wider array of fish in a tank. There are some people who want to turn their hobby of keeping tropical fish into something a little more special, by having a reef in theirs. So it is a good idea to consider using a 150 gallon aquarium if you intend to do this. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:29:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Fish-to-Keep-in-a-150-Gallon-Aquarium&id=1502930 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Fish-to-Keep-in-a-150-Gallon-Aquarium&id=1502930 20 gallon aquariums, like any other sized aquarium, need to have the quality of the water inside it maintained. So it is important, if you intend to own a 20 gallon aquarium, that you know everything there is to know about water quality management. To assist you, there are plenty of great products that you can use. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:28:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?20-Gallon-Aquarium-Water-Quality-Needs-to-Be-Maintained&id=1502511 http://ezinearticles.com/?20-Gallon-Aquarium-Water-Quality-Needs-to-Be-Maintained&id=1502511 30 gallon aquariums, just like any kind of aquarium, needs to have a good aerating system in place to ensure that the fish and marine life in the tank are supplied with sufficient amounts of oxygen. Certainly the right aerating system in your aquarium will ensure that re-oxygenation of the water is carried out properly. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:28:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?30-Gallon-Aquarium-Fish-Need-Oxygen-As-Well&id=1502845 http://ezinearticles.com/?30-Gallon-Aquarium-Fish-Need-Oxygen-As-Well&id=1502845 29 gallon aquariums, just like any other, needs to be regularly cleaned and maintained. If it isn't, then the buildup of harmful elements within the tank, can be extremely detrimental to the health of the fish and marine life being kept in them. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:27:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-to-Help-Clean-a-29-Gallon-Aquarium&id=1502770 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tips-to-Help-Clean-a-29-Gallon-Aquarium&id=1502770 An aquarium is a beautiful addition to any home or office. The beautiful fish moving gracefully in a lush, green plant filled environment of an aquarium are a treat to watch. Not everyone has the kind of space required to place large conventional aquariums in their homes. Column Aquariums are a great solution to small spaces, as they are upright tanks, taking more space vertically than horizontally. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:18:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Column-Aquariums-A-Great-Choice-For-a-Space-Challenged-Home&id=1502109 http://ezinearticles.com/?Column-Aquariums-A-Great-Choice-For-a-Space-Challenged-Home&id=1502109 If you are looking for a source of proper nutrition for your goldfish, goldfish flakes are a good choice. Not only is it good for your fish, but they tend to love it. Goldfish flakes are full of protein, vitamins and carbohydrates - all the nutrients that will help your fish to survive. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:03:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Goldfish-Flakes&id=1513116 http://ezinearticles.com/?Goldfish-Flakes&id=1513116 There are several types of Oscar fish, including the pink Oscar, the Tiger Oscar, and the Albino Oscar, the new addition to the Oscar fish. The common Oscar fish is the one that is seen in most aquariums. Oscar fish care requires a bit of understanding of the fish and the pet health care it will take to maintain the fish itself. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:01:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aquarium-Fishes-Oscar-Fish-Care&id=1509361 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aquarium-Fishes-Oscar-Fish-Care&id=1509361 Having a goldfish tank in your home is one of the most relaxing things you can do. Goldfish make great hobbies. The fish for this type of tank can range from small goldfish to large goldfish, orange goldfish, white goldfish, black goldfish, and many goldfish that are a wide variety of any of these color combinations. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:55:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Do-I-Need-to-Know-About-My-Large-Goldfish?&id=1510247 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Do-I-Need-to-Know-About-My-Large-Goldfish?&id=1510247 Your child has been begging for a goldfish and you finally bought it. Now that it is at home and in the tank, your child wants to know, "What should we name it?" Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:33:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helping-Your-Child-Choose-Goldfish-Names&id=1508332 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helping-Your-Child-Choose-Goldfish-Names&id=1508332 Goldfish come in two different types. The ones best suited for an aquarium are the small goldfish. The ones best suited for outdoor ponds are the larger goldfish. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:17:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Right-Environment-For-Your-Small-Goldfish&id=1503726 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Right-Environment-For-Your-Small-Goldfish&id=1503726 When you are deciding which fish to place in an aquarium, you may not realise it but you cannot always place two different types of fish together. Some species need to be kept separately and some need specific requirements that might conflict with another fish species. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:59:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Which-Fish-Shouldnt-Share-the-Same-Aquarium?&id=1501001 http://ezinearticles.com/?Which-Fish-Shouldnt-Share-the-Same-Aquarium?&id=1501001 A protein skimmer is a filtration device used in marine tanks (they do not work in freshwater) which employ a chamber with a column of fine bubbles. Surface tension attracts organic waste to the bubbles & carries it through the column (called foam fractionation); then it is "skimmed" into a collection cup. This process Protein skimmers use to remove nitrogenous wastes (protein based organic waste) is also called foam refraction. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:50:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marine-Aquarium-Protein-Skimmers&id=1039459 http://ezinearticles.com/?Marine-Aquarium-Protein-Skimmers&id=1039459 There is a lot of information about bio wheels and their importance in bio filtration in aquariums. In theory they are great idea and bought into this idea for years without testing the results to see if the hype was true. In theory the wheel turns into the air where oxygen the aerobic bacteria need to remove ammonia and nitrites is much more abundant. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:49:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Bio-Wheels-Really-Work-Cutting-Through-the-Hype&id=382718 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Bio-Wheels-Really-Work-Cutting-Through-the-Hype&id=382718 Both fish tanks and wood floors have become very popular with home owners in the last few years. While many believe they cannot be kept safely together nothing could be further from the truth, it just takes a little preparation! Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:19:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aquariums-Are-Causes-of-Wood-Laminate-Floor-Damage-If-Not-Taken-Care-of-Properly&id=1497808 http://ezinearticles.com/?Aquariums-Are-Causes-of-Wood-Laminate-Floor-Damage-If-Not-Taken-Care-of-Properly&id=1497808 If you see goldfish floating in your aquarium, it can be a sign of more serious problems. If you have elected to have fancier goldfish, realize that they are more sensitive and may have more of a problem with this. Goldfish floating can be a sign of buoyancy or swim bladder problems. Thu, 18 Sep 2008 15:10:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Do-If-Your-Goldfish-Are-Floating-in-Your-Aquarium&id=1500144 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-to-Do-If-Your-Goldfish-Are-Floating-in-Your-Aquarium&id=1500144 The health of the intestinal tract of your gold fish will be best maintained by probiotics. When you shop for gold fish food, make sure that you choose some with probiotics in it. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 08:52:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Importance-of-Probiotics-in-Gold-Fish-Food&id=1496869 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Importance-of-Probiotics-in-Gold-Fish-Food&id=1496869 If you are looking for a perfect first pet for your child, you might want to consider pet goldfish. Not only are they easy to care for and hardy, but they will teach your child responsibility. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 08:27:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-a-Pet-Goldfish&id=1495206 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-a-Pet-Goldfish&id=1495206 If you see a goldfish that is not gold, but rather a very beautiful velvety black, it is probably the Black Moor Goldfish. There are a few gray ones, but most of them are a very slick black in color. The other characteristic that makes them different from other goldfish is their eyes. Instead of looking like normal fish, their eyes are very large and round and stick out from their bodies. Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:30:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Caring-For-Your-Black-Moor-Goldfish&id=1493086 http://ezinearticles.com/?Caring-For-Your-Black-Moor-Goldfish&id=1493086 Goldfish are hardy fish and are very inexpensive to buy. For this reason, they make good pond fish. Goldfish were first domesticated in China. They are the domesticated type of dark-gray/brown carp that are native to East Asia. They can reach a length of 23" and can weigh as much as nine pounds. However, most don't reach that size. The majority of goldfish live six to eight years. They are a colorful fish. Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:31:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Keeping-a-Goldfish-Pond&id=1490518 http://ezinearticles.com/?Keeping-a-Goldfish-Pond&id=1490518 You have made the decision to get your own tropical fish tank! Congratulations. Tropical fish tanks are a great addition to a home or office. Now there are a few things you must know to be a successful fishkeeper. Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:02:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-Tanks-What-You-Need-to-Know&id=1482764 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-Tanks-What-You-Need-to-Know&id=1482764 Most people purchasing fish are making their purchase because they want a pet and they do not consider the aquarium itself to be a major purchase. Unfortunately, many people who buy their aquariums with nothing on their mind except storing their fish later regret their initial choice. There are many things that must be considered before buying an aquarium that will become a major part of your homes decor. Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:58:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-an-Aquarium-A-Few-Things-to-Remember&id=1206702 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-an-Aquarium-A-Few-Things-to-Remember&id=1206702 Before going to the pet store, it is important to study goldfish care. Goldfish pets are easy to care for, but you must know the basics of caring for them and keeping the tank clean if you want them to survive for a long time. Mon, 15 Sep 2008 08:05:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proper-Goldfish-Care&id=1486737 http://ezinearticles.com/?Proper-Goldfish-Care&id=1486737 Fin and tail rot is one of those problems fish owners face when taking care of goldfish and there will come a time when fish get sick and you will need to treat them. Fin and tail rot is one of those goldfish diseases brought on by bacterial infections that has set in and slowly eats away on the fins and tail. Bacterial infections usually occur due to improper goldfish care due to poor water quality, overcrowding fish tanks and fish ponds. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:49:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Fin-and-Tail-Rot-on-Goldfish&id=1474143 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Treat-Fin-and-Tail-Rot-on-Goldfish&id=1474143 Knowing how much food to give when feeding goldfish and how often to feed is tricky. Goldfish pets are very sensitive and will eat more than they need to if it is offered to them. When you overfeed your fish, you open the door for digestive problems which can cause disease and even death. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:08:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-You-Need-to-Know-About-Feeding-Goldfish&id=1483411 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-You-Need-to-Know-About-Feeding-Goldfish&id=1483411 Having a water garden in your backyard not only adds life and beauty to your yard but may attract some unwanted wildlife to your pond. Without proper protection your pond fish may be at risk. Learn how to protect pond fish from predators or soon your pond will not be called a fish pond no more. Pond predators can clean out a pond literally overnight. Learn what you can do to protect your fish from wildlife. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 15:58:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Protect-Pond-Fish-From-Predators&id=1474888 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Protect-Pond-Fish-From-Predators&id=1474888 There are hundreds of varieties of fresh water aquarium fish available in pet stores across the country. How can you possibly choose the ones for your tank without extensive research? It is possible to create a happy community tank without going through all that trouble. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:27:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Choose-Fresh-Water-Aquarium-Fish&id=1470985 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Choose-Fresh-Water-Aquarium-Fish&id=1470985 Learn how to clean a fish tank fast, and never compromise the health of your aquarium through procrastination again. Aquarium owners dread the weekly chore of cleaning the tank to maintain optimum health and beauty. Carrying heavy buckets full of water, juggling hoses and algae scrapers, and stressing out the fish is no fun. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:19:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Clean-a-Fish-Tank-Fast&id=1470976 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Clean-a-Fish-Tank-Fast&id=1470976 Goldfish make the best pets when your children are looking for their first pet. Goldfish pets are great for teaching daily responsibilities, and the time and cost involved in caring for them is very minimal. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:02:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Childs-First-Goldfish-Pets&id=1480449 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Childs-First-Goldfish-Pets&id=1480449 There are some basic reasons aquarium plants do not thrive, with lighting being one of the most important. No matter what fertilizers you use, or how much gravel you have in the bottom of the tank, most of your plants will not grow without light. The best way to provide light is to use the hood that came with the tank and make sure the lights are working. Ambient light from the room the aquarium is in will not be enough to keep the plants from dying. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:47:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Are-My-Aquarium-Plants-Dying?&id=1468761 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Are-My-Aquarium-Plants-Dying?&id=1468761 Knowing where to buy goldfish is important. Usually, your best bet is to buy goldfish in a store that specializes in fish. The store will be able to provide knowledge about how to care for your goldfish and their fish will have a tendency to be healthier. They will also be able to advise you on how often to feed goldfish. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:32:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knowledge-to-Have-Before-You-Buy-Goldfish&id=1476849 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knowledge-to-Have-Before-You-Buy-Goldfish&id=1476849 If you're determined and ready to begin setting up your own aquarium, There are six important fish tank supplies you will need for your aquarium before you begin. Never be tempted to buy fish at the same time that you acquire your aquarium. There are many steps to complete prior to bringing fish to their new home. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:35:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-the-Right-Fish-Tank-Supplies-For-Your-Aquarium&id=1466153 http://ezinearticles.com/?Choosing-the-Right-Fish-Tank-Supplies-For-Your-Aquarium&id=1466153 You may have thought your hard decisions were over after finally selecting the perfect goldfish to take home. But, although all types of goldfish eat pretty much the same things, more choices are available when it comes to the food to feed goldfish. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 09:19:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Uncommon-Foods-to-Feed-Goldfish&id=1475053 http://ezinearticles.com/?Uncommon-Foods-to-Feed-Goldfish&id=1475053 If you are looking to buy your very first aquarium, or even if you have owned one for a long time, you might be looking for goldfish to buy. However, you probably do not know the extent of the varieties of fish that are available. Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:09:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Overview-of-the-Different-Types-of-Goldfish&id=1472924 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Overview-of-the-Different-Types-of-Goldfish&id=1472924 If you're interested in breeding goldfish, which can be a joyous and profitable venture, it is important that you know how to go about this the right way. This article explains the essentials of breeding goldfish. Tue, 09 Sep 2008 13:48:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Essentials-of-Breeding-Goldfish&id=1470689 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Essentials-of-Breeding-Goldfish&id=1470689 The spectrum of colors that goldfish come in ranges from white to yellow-orange to blue to black. Among these colors, white goldfish seem to be one of the most striking and unique. The white skin color of this type of goldfish is a result of the lack of skin pigmentation. Tue, 09 Sep 2008 08:41:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Care-For-White-Goldfish&id=1467159 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Care-For-White-Goldfish&id=1467159 Being able to diagnose cases of disease is a crucial part of goldfish care. You can achieve this by becoming knowledgeable regarding the symptoms of common goldfish diseases. Knowing how to properly treat your goldfish if they have indeed been inflicted with illness is equally important. Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:39:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Diagnosing-and-Treating-Common-Goldfish-Diseases&id=1464018 http://ezinearticles.com/?Diagnosing-and-Treating-Common-Goldfish-Diseases&id=1464018 There is a wide variety of goldfish to choose from, but if you really want to add variety to your goldfish collection, you should consider fancy goldfish. This article presents the essentials of caring for fancy goldfish. Mon, 08 Sep 2008 08:47:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spice-Up-Your-Tank-With-Fancy-Goldfish&id=1461113 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spice-Up-Your-Tank-With-Fancy-Goldfish&id=1461113 As is true with any pet, proper feeding is crucial to your goldfish's health. Overfeeding, underfeeding, or using the wrong type of goldfish food is often the reason why some goldfish don't live past several months. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:55:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-Goldfish-Food&id=1458747 http://ezinearticles.com/?Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-Goldfish-Food&id=1458747 If you're looking for a great pet to keep, you might want to consider goldfish. Goldfish are especially great pets for kids. In order to ensure that your goldfish are always in good health, you'll need to know some of the best-kept secrets about goldfish care. Continue reading if you're hoping to learn more about successful goldfish care. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:29:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Kept-Secrets-About-Goldfish-Care&id=1455733 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Kept-Secrets-About-Goldfish-Care&id=1455733 Goldfish is one of the most popular aquarium fish out there. However if you do not know how to care for them they can easily develop all kind of diseases which ultimately may lead to their death. But there are several ways to prevent this. This is the objective of this article. Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:32:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Dumb-Mistakes-Most-Owners-Make-When-Caring-For-Goldfish&id=1417271 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Dumb-Mistakes-Most-Owners-Make-When-Caring-For-Goldfish&id=1417271 My wife and I had kept tropical fish before, but we wanted to do something different. So we decided to reconstruct the fireplace - a typical modern affair with no real quality or style - into a 7 foot long 4 foot deep paradise for fish. Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:09:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-Fun-The-New-Tank&id=1131908 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tropical-Fish-Fun-The-New-Tank&id=1131908 I used to scrub my tank clean with one of those magnetic scrubbers. I was wasting my time. I found a new way to get my fish tank cleaned and I didn't even have to do it myself Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:45:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Clean-Your-Fish-Tank-The-Secret-is-Easier-Than-You-Think&id=1427848 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Clean-Your-Fish-Tank-The-Secret-is-Easier-Than-You-Think&id=1427848 Saltwater aquarium fish are actually very difficult to keep, the problem is that the majority of tropical saltwater aquarium fish and invertebrates will become damaged when being collected, handled and shipped. Plus there are a number of species of saltwater aquarium fish that are for sale which have certain requirements that you as an aquarist will not be able to meet. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:57:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Choose-the-Right-Saltwater-Aquarium-Fish&id=1417108 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Choose-the-Right-Saltwater-Aquarium-Fish&id=1417108 Saltwater fish aquariums are not as easy to look after as you would first imagine. In fact it is best before you go out and buy a saltwater fish aquarium that you spend time learning about all aspects of having one before you do so. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:54:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Along-With-the-Tank,-What-Other-Saltwater-Fish-Aquarium-Equipment-Do-You-Need?&id=1416325 http://ezinearticles.com/?Along-With-the-Tank,-What-Other-Saltwater-Fish-Aquarium-Equipment-Do-You-Need?&id=1416325 A saltwater tank purchase should be thought about very carefully before you go out and invest your hard earned money in one. Certainly this is the kind of purchasing decision that one should not take lightly as saltwater tank fish have a larger number of requirements than freshwater fish have. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:38:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Saltwater-Tank-Purchasing-Considerations&id=1417835 http://ezinearticles.com/?Saltwater-Tank-Purchasing-Considerations&id=1417835 Saltwater aquariums require a lot more maintenance compared to freshwater aquariums if you want the fish in yours to remain healthy and to thrive. What one needs to be aware of when it comes to saltwater aquariums, is that over time certain minerals and nutrients which are essential to the health of saltwater fish, can become depleted. Therefore, there are going to be times when you need to replenish these through the use of special saltwater aquarium supplements. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:19:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Saltwater-Aquariums-Adding-Supplements-to-Yours&id=1417210 http://ezinearticles.com/?Saltwater-Aquariums-Adding-Supplements-to-Yours&id=1417210 A Saltwater Aquarium offers you the chance to have some of the most beautiful fish from around the world in your own home. Certainly a well maintained and cared for saltwater aquarium not only is beautiful to watch, but also will add a touch of the exotic to the decor of the room in which it is situated. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:18:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fish-One-Can-Have-in-a-Saltwater-Aquarium&id=1417166 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fish-One-Can-Have-in-a-Saltwater-Aquarium&id=1417166 A ready saltwater reef aquarium which already has an established community within its tank, is easily purchased from any aquarium manufacturer. Certainly those who are only just choosing to set up a saltwater reef aquarium, find that they don't have enough knowledge or time to spend in setting up one from scratch, and prefer to buy one that is ready prepared. This means that they don't have to contend with all the hassles and problems that come with setting it up in the initial stages. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:17:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Buying-a-Ready-Saltwater-Reef-Aquarium&id=1417777 http://ezinearticles.com/?Buying-a-Ready-Saltwater-Reef-Aquarium&id=1417777 Saltwater aquarium supplies are essential if you want to maintain the integrity of the tank, which will ensure that your fish will live long and healthy lives. There are a number of pieces of equipment that one needs to purchase which are critical saltwater aquarium supplies, and which should be of the best quality possible. Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:59:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Crucial-Saltwater-Aquarium-Supplies&id=1417135 http://ezinearticles.com/?Crucial-Saltwater-Aquarium-Supplies&id=1417135 Copyright 2008 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.