We’ve all heard the saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” and there is no statement more true in fish-keeping. A quarantine tank is one of the most important tools any aquarist will use. Continue reading VI. Quarantine Tanks
VIIII. Breeding and Raising the Tetraodon suvattii
Tetraodon suvattii, or the arrowhead puffer, is one of those fish you either take an instant like or dislike to. Their fry however are another story. Continue reading VIIII. Breeding and Raising the Tetraodon suvattii
V. Sexing Carinotetraodon travancoricus, the Dwarf Puffer
Pufferfish are one of the most fascinating groups of aquatic creatures out there. Between their puffing abilities, unique swimming methods and intriguing personalities, they have quite a following. As more fish keepers strive to successfully keep and spawn puffers, they discover one of the largest challenges… accurately sexing the fish and convincing a group to live together in harmony Continue reading V. Sexing Carinotetraodon travancoricus, the Dwarf Puffer
III. Feeder Fish – The Pros and Cons
Most aquarium fish are carnivores, though their prey is usually small crustaceans and insects. Continue reading III. Feeder Fish – The Pros and Cons
VII. Melafix and Pimafix Product Reviews
This article examines the uses and effectiveness of Melafix and Pimafix made by Aquarium Pharmaceuticals. Continue reading VII. Melafix and Pimafix Product Reviews
I. Treating Freshwater Ich
If some morning you get up and it looks like someone has salted the body, fins, and gills of your fish, you are looking at Ich, sometimes called Ick, or white spot disease. Continue reading I. Treating Freshwater Ich
IV. Puffer Dentistry
Puffer Dentistry
Is your puffer becoming a little long in the tooth? Is it starting to resemble Bucky the Beaver? Then it is time to trim your puffer’s teeth! Continue reading IV. Puffer Dentistry
II. Treating Saltwater Ich
All too often fish, invertebrates, live rock and other organisms are not properly quarantined before being added to their new home, potentially introducing all kinds of opportunistic pathogens directly into the display tank. One particularly common disease is Cryptocaryon irritans, more commonly known as Marine or Saltwater Ich. If left untreated, this parasitic infestation can lead to other secondary opportunistic infections such as bacterial infections like fin rot, red patches, ulcerations, and ultimately death. Continue reading II. Treating Saltwater Ich
II. Moving and Transporting your Livestock and Tanks
So, you’ve found that perfect house or apartment, or are heading back to college or home… but how do you move your fish?
It’s actually not that difficult to move fish and tanks, if you plan ahead. Larger tanks and longer distances are more difficult, but should not be too challenging. There are quite a few options out there, and you can choose the best ones for your situation. Continue reading II. Moving and Transporting your Livestock and Tanks
III. Internal Parasites: Prevention and Treatment
Internal parasites are something we usually don’t think much about, but thinking about them can save your fish, increase their growth rate and improve their overall health.
Generally, most fish carry a small load of parasites. However, when the fish is ill or under stress, the parasites can and will reproduce to levels that actually harm their host, causing the fish to lose weight, become more susceptible to illness and eventually stop eating and die. Continue reading III. Internal Parasites: Prevention and Treatment