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Koi vs Goldfish

KOI VS GOLDFISH – WHAT IS BEST FOR YOUR PONDS (7 Differences)

April 3, 2021

Have you ever been to fishing exhibitions? If you have, chances are that you have had a hard time distinguishing between Koi and Goldfish amid fish galore.

And that’s not just you! Anyone can confuse the two breeds because of their uncanny resemblance. Even though Koi and goldfish look so much alike, they are actually two completely different varieties with distinctive characteristics.

In this article, I’ll put my years of experience to use and show you some of the obvious differences between Koi fish and goldfish that should help you identify the two easily.

Best Place To Buy Fish Online

What’s The Best Place To Buy Fish Online? Here’s My Top 15

March 14, 2021

Looking for the best place to buy fish online? I get this asked to me a lot and it brings back memories when I started out in the saltwater tank hobby back in the early 90s. Back then you just went to the local fish store to get your fish, live plants, and corals. I remember there was a store called Flying Fish Express and me trying to myself how crazy this is that you can get a fish shipped to you overnight.

Best Canister Filter Reviews

The 11 Best Canister Filters Of 2023 [Tested & Reviewed]

January 7, 2021

For those hobbyists getting serious about aquarium keeping, high quality filtration is top of mind for keeping the best fish only and planted tank systems. While hang on back power filters have their place in community community setups, there are setups with heavier demands like planted and predator tanks that require a high end filtration solution. This is where canister filters come in.

Best Nano Reef Tank

The 7 Best Nano Reef Tanks Of 2023 – Tested And Reviewed

January 3, 2021

For someone who is a seasoned hobbyist, a nano reef tank offers a challenge with great rewards for either home or office. For a new hobbyist, a nano reef tank offers an entry into the wonderful hobby of reef aquarium keeping for those who take the proper steps.

Freshwater Shrimp Tank

How to Set up a Freshwater Shrimp Tank: The Ultimate Guide

May 5, 2020

Shrimp tanks are getting very popular these days. Shrimp with their small size, active nature, and appealing personality have increased in popularity especially with nano or smaller tanks. Shrimp tanks have some special considerations though to be successful. They can be intimating at first because they can be more delicate than fish and require a bit more planning then first.

Best Driftwood for Aquariums

The 9 Best Driftwood For Aquariums For 2023 – Reviewed

April 7, 2020

Driftwood in an Aquarium can look stunning and offer lot of options for designing your aquarium. They can make some really amazing aquascapes, especially heavily planted ones. We need to be careful in our driftwood selection process though.

Today’s post discusses the best driftwood for aquariums. Much like the best aquarium rocks post earlier, driftwood is not as simple as picking it out of of your local pond or aquarium. Driftwood if not selected or prepped properly can have disastrous results in your aquarium.

Gold Fish Tank

Goldfish Tank – Your Guide To Successful Goldfish Care

February 29, 2020

The Goldfish is one of the most popular fish in our aquarium hobby. It may even have been the first fish you had when you first got introduced to aquariums. You may have even come across this article thinking about setting up a Goldfish tank for the first time or for a loved one. They really are an amazing fish that are also easily misunderstood. Because they are usually a first-time fish, a number of us enter into Goldfish care and keeping with little knowledge on what is needed to have them thrive.

Best LED Lighting For Reef Tanks

The 12 Best LED Lighting For Reef Tanks Of 2023 – Tested And Reviewed

February 5, 2020

LED lighting systems are the rage these days for Reef Tanks. It makes a lot of sense why. The best LED lighting systems will have a lot of user friendly features like timers, ramp up and ramp down features, the ability to adjust spectrum, and multiple mount options. The main attraction for LED though, is the power savings features. LEDs are a lot more energy efficient than traditional T5s and metal halides.

In today’s post, I’m going to go through the best LED lighting for Reef Tanks. I will break what these systems are best for, what they are good and not good at, and offer our recommended picks. The end goal is to provide the necessary information you need to make an informed decision as to what is the best LED lighting system for you. Let’s get started!

Bubble Tip Anemone Care Guide (Have Success with BTAs)

April 16, 2019

Many of us got interested in saltwater fish by seeing clownfish and anemones. It is a very common desire to eventually want to pair your clown with an anemone. While a captive raised clownfish is a easy to care for fish, an anemone is considered a more difficult to keep invertebrate. They require stability, a high amount of light, and good flow. I’m writing this guide because I get asked a lot from clients how they can keep an anemone. I’m going to focus today on the easiest to keep anemone that a clownfish will host – the bubble tip anemone.

About Aquarium store depot

Who are we?

Our Philosophy

Aquarium Store Depot was established by fellow aquarist, Mark, to simplify the hobby.

As a regular shopper on other aquarium e-stores, he often grew frustrated at the overwhelming selection of products and the general nature of seeing companies trying to sell the latest and greatest tech (toys) to the industry.

At Aquarium Store Depot, we seek to change that by offering a limited selection of products vetted out by our creator’s experience as a fellow fish enthusiast.

We only sell what works, brands we trust, and products we know will make a difference to you.

Our mission is to simplify the aquarium hobby so the beginner can thrive.

About The Site Owner

Thank you for visiting my site. My name is Mark Valderrama and I have been involved in the aquarium community since I was 11 starting out with a saltwater tank (yes, I went for the hard stuff first).

Yes, I am a real person. I’m not some fake AI image or persona that you may see from other aquarium blogs. I go to trade shows and have known aquarium influencers like MetroKat and Robert Lupton for years.

Back when I started in the 90s, there wasn’t a lot of information out there on the internet and your local fish store or other hobbyist was all you have. I started this site originally as a way to put my notes down as many aquarists over the years asked me for advise. It’s growth organically over the years and I feel blessed to have this opportunity to share my insights with you.

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Goldfish Diseases

The 15 Most Common Goldfish Diseases (And How TO Cure Them)

November 22, 2023

For as hardy and resilient as goldfish are, these fish can quickly succumb to common diseases readily found in the home aquarium. Unfortunately, goldfish are often bred and stocked in poor conditions, leading to fish at pet stores becoming compromised. This sets the owner up for failure right from the start.

Best Aquariums In US

The 10 Best Aquariums In US [175 Analyzed & Reviewed]

November 20, 2023

We analyzed the number of Tripadvisor reviews1 that contained words such as ‘beautiful,’ ‘breathtaking,’ and ‘picturesque’ for 175 public aquariums across America. Each was then ranked based on the percentage of reviews containing these beauty keywords, to determine America’s most eye-catching aquariums.

How To Clean Betta Fish Tank

How To Clean Betta Fish Tank (In 8 Simple Steps)

November 12, 2023

Betta fish are awesome pets that can live for many years if given the right care. Their beautiful fins and spunky personality make them fascinating to watch, and a well-planned aquarium can make a great display feature in your home or office.

Betta Fin Rot Vs Fin Loss

Betta Fin Rot vs Fin Loss: Understanding the Differences and Finding Solutions

November 11, 2023

Owning a betta fish comes with the responsibility of knowing how to care for them and recognizing signs of health issues. These popular aquarium animals have long, flowing fins that give an eye catching look. However, with these fancy fins, you may come across problems like fin rot or loss which need special attention from owners so your betta can stay healthy and happy. Understanding the difference between these two conditions is important when it comes to managing both types of fin complications. I’ll guide you through the details of both today.

Aquarium KH

All About Aquarium KH (What IS It And What’s Best For My Fish)

November 8, 2023

KH, also known as carbonate hardness or buffering capacity, is one of the most important water parameters for maintaining a healthy aquarium. Getting to grips with aquarium water chemistry can be tough though, and terms like pH, GH, and KH often leave beginners scratching their heads.

Types Of Butterfly Fish

The Top 21 Types Of Butterfly Fish (With Pictures)

November 7, 2023

Butterflyfish species are one of the most intricately patterned fish that are both; beautiful and hardy. In the fish-keeping world, butterflyfish species look a lot like Angelfish, so novice aquarists often get confused. Saltwater butterflyfish species are gorgeous and exotic of all the reef fish because of their beautiful colors and unique patterns.

Can You Eat Goldfish

Can You Eat Goldfish? (Yes You Can And Here’s How)

November 3, 2023

Can You Eat Goldfish? The quick answer is yes, you can. However, eating your pet goldfish might sound repulsive, but there are some genuine reasons why you should.

Keyhole Cichlid

Keyhole Cichlid – The Most UNDERRATED Dwarf Species

November 1, 2023

The Keyhole Cichlid (Cleithracara maronii) is the most underrated fish in the hobby and also used to be difficult to find. My blog post today is to explain why its such a great fish and very much under the radar. In fact, I didn’t know much about this fish until a few months ago after I published a dwarf cichlid article and YouTube video. I’ll be updating the blog post, but learning more about this fish, it’s a better choice then a ram cichlid with its docile nature and it’s hardiness.

Fish With Black Stripes

25+ Fish With Black Stripes (For Any Aquarium)

October 31, 2023

There are plenty of fish with bright colors and complicated patterns, but what if you want something more minimal, like a stripe design? Stripes are a common pattern seen in animals, including both saltwater and freshwater fish. A striped fish can help break up solid colors and shapes, making for an interesting addition to the home aquarium.

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