Goldfish often arrive as gifts to people who’ve never kept an aquarium before. For this first fish to live a long, healthy, and active life, you need to follow some fundamental care principles. In my experience, most goldfish problems stem from two mistakes: choosing the wrong tank size and overfeeding.
The nine-spined stickleback represents one of those remarkable native species that once graced home aquariums far more frequently than today. While tropical fish dominate modern fishkeeping, our local waters harbor species that rival exotic imports in beauty and behavior. In my experience, few demonstrate this better than the nine-spined stickleback, whose breeding rituals offer displays as captivating as any fighting fish.
Kerry is a fish that has only recently appeared behind the aquarium glass. However, it is known to mankind for some twenty years. It was discovered and described only recently. Immediately this smpotyazhka attracted fans of indoor ponds.
The underwater world beckons and mesmerizes with its beauty. For many decades, people have been sinking to the bottom of the sea to enjoy this amazing beauty. But not everyone has the opportunity to engage in diving, and everyone can have a piece of the underwater world at home. To do this, it is enough to visit a pet store and buy an aquarium with fish.
Bunocephalus bicolor is another fish that is part of the group that most amateurs call simply catfish. This is facilitated by a certain body shape and the presence of whiskers.
Funny fish cockerels are unpretentious in every sense of the word. They will take root in water that is not too clean, and they prefer any kind of food.
Haplochromis cornflower is an exceptionally beautiful fish that can decorate any aquarium of suitable size.
The striped coliza is a very beautiful fish, having a similar coloration to that of the lalius, but its size is much larger. Therefore, the impression it makes is much greater. The species was first described in 1801 by Bloch and Schneider. European aquarists recognized this fish in 1897. In Russia, it appeared for the first time in 1904.
The ancistrus catfish is quite a funny creature. Unlike some other catfish, the ancistrus is constantly on the move and likes areas with a fast water current.