Fish Compatibility Chart

Popular Freshwater Fish Compatibility Chart – A Complete List

Trying to figure out what fish get along with each other? A freshwater fish compatibility chart is a great way to figure what fish you can keep with each other. While there are other factors that contribute to compatibility, it’s a good general guideline when figuring out what fish you can keep. It’s always best to look at a reliable chart before considering a purchase or a stocking plan.

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Axolotl Baby

Axolotl Baby Guide – How To Breed Axolotls

Would you like to raise your own Axolotl baby? Setting up a proper breeding tank and caring for the young after they hatch can seem quite daunting. Don’t throw in the towel yet, however, breeding Axolotls doesn’t have to keep you up at night. In this article, we will look at how to mate your Axolotls and give you some tips on what to do after the eggs hatch.

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Rainbow Shark Care

Rainbow Shark Care – A Complete Guide to Keeping a colorful Freshwater Fish

Rainbow sharks or Ruby sharks are quirky and fun freshwater aquarium fish that are commonly found in the river basins of Thailand. Although popular, rainbow sharks are not common among novice keepers. Knowing this, I set up a complete beginner guide to give you an idea about this fish that usually prefers to stay alone.

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Dojo Loach Care

Dojo Loach Care – A Comprehensive Guide

The Dojo Loach (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus), is an awesome freshwater fish that makes a really great addition to freshwater aquariums. These eel-shaped fish have loads of personality and can be very entertaining to watch as they explore the bottom of the fish tank.

In this article, I’ll cover everything you need to know about Dojo Loach care, so let’s get started!

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Estimative Index

Estimative Index – What Is it and How To Use it In Your Aquascape

In the quest for the most beautiful planted tank, aquarists have long experimented with getting the perfect dosing schedule down that ensures optimum plant growth, without plant deficiencies and minimal algae. You’ve probably heard of dosing liquid fertilizers and root tabs, but there is another way of managing the nutrient levels in your tank.

The Estimative Index (EI) is a more measured and hands-on approach, but it is great for the more advanced aquarist who takes plant growing seriously and is ready to take the aquarium hobby to the next level. In this article, I’ll break down exactly how it works, and teach you everything you need to know to get you started.

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