Archive for the 'Hobby' Category
Fishkeeping
Thursday, October 25th, 2007FISHKEEPING.
Tropical Marine Aquarium.
Tropical marine aquarium has the highest initial cost because the fishes are far more expensive than freshwater types.
Once set up and stocked, running costs are not prohibitive, but be sure to gain a year or two’s experience with freshwater fishes
before moving on to this aquarium system, as many tropical marine fishes require special […]
Tropical Freshwater Of Fish Characteristics
Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007Tropical Freshwater
Tiger barb.
(Barbus tetrazona) Barbs are undemanding and easy to feed. Although barbs are generally peaceful, tiger Barbs tend to be
fin-nippers, so avoid mixing them with angelfishes.
Characteristics:
Size: 6 cm (2 ½ in)
Tank levels: Middle & lower
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Omnivorous
Zebra Danio
(Brachydanio rerio) Strikingly marked by bright blue or purple stripes. This species is highly active in the […]
Observing Your Fish.
Monday, October 22nd, 2007Observing Your Fish.
Take every opportunity to watch your fish and get to know the behaviour patterns of each species. A regular observation
routine will help you in two ways: you will spot immediately if any fish are sick, and you will be aware of any tasks that
need to be done to keep your aquarium in good […]
Aquarium
Sunday, October 21st, 2007Basic Diet
Like other vertebrates, fishes need carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, fats, proteins, and water. The best way to give your
aquarium fishes all the nutrients they require is to feed them varied diet of good quality foods, including live food as
well as manufactured food.
Frequency of Feeding.
Feeding fishes “little and often” is preferable to providing them with one […]
Setting An Aquarium
Saturday, October 20th, 2007Setting Up An Aquarium.
Aquascape your aquarium using materials such as gravel, rock, driftwood, and plants to make it attractive as well as
functional. However, your main priority should always be to establish a safe and healthy environment for your fishes.
Try to simulate the natural habitat of your chosen species and select your plants and other decorative […]
Aquarium Equipment
Friday, October 19th, 2007Before you spend any money on fish for your aquarium, you must find out all the aquarium equipment you will need to provide
and maintain the right environment that is essential for your fishes’ well-being. Investigate the various different methods of
heating, lightning, and cleaning your tank.
Aquarium Tank Shape.
You can have any shape of aquarium tank you […]
