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Stocking Koi Fish Ponds

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If you have built yourself a koi pond, you are going to have to familiarize yourself with all the fish pond supplies you need to get it running and well maintained. You will also have to find out all you can about stocking koi fish ponds.

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Water Preparation for Fish in an Outdoor Pond

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Early spring is the ideal time to add fish to a filtered outdoor pond because the weather is mild and the newly-introduced fish have six to seven months of warm weather to settle in before the winter.

How to Take Care of Chichlids Fish

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Cichlids belong to the fairly large and incredibly diverse Cichildae family, and are primarily freshwater fish. They are native to the waters of Central and South America, Africa and Asia. Since the 1940s, chichlids have risen in popularity among aquarists. They are, however, relatively demanding in

Column Aquariums - A Great Choice For a Space-Challenged Home

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An aquarium is a beautiful addition to any home or office. The beautiful fish moving gracefully in a lush, green plant filled environment of an aquarium are a treat to watch. Not everyone has the kind of space required to place large conventional aquariums in their homes. Column Aquariums are a grea

DIY Aquarium Substrate

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Fish tanks are beautiful, compact additions to a household, and provide an easier way for people short on space or time to keep pets. Whether a fish tank is fresh or salt water, it can include a wide range of bright aquatic life. When you're setting up an aquarium, though, it's important to choose t

Koi Ulcer Remedy

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If you keep koi, otherwise known as Japanese carp, you have probably grown to treasure these brilliantly-colored, graceful fish, and understand why they have long been revered as symbols of love and friendship. If one or more of your koi has developed ulcers, it is important to act quickly to treat

How Do I Tell the Difference in a Male and Female Blood Red Parrot Fish?

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Blood red parrot fish are members of the cichlid family of fish and possess an inbred deformity of the spine that gives them a distinctive, parrot-like profile. The blood red parrot fish was developed by breeders and hobbyists, according to the Animal-World website. Since they are a hybrid, they are

How to Set Up Whistle on iPad

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Whistle Phone is a free application available for your iPad from Apple's App Store. The Whistle application allows you to make and receive free and low cost calls on your iPad device over a Wi-Fi connection. You can install the Whistle Phone application to your iPad's home screen directly from the A

Breeding of Cichlid Fish

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Cichlids are a class of freshwater fish that are known for their aggression and relatively large sizes. These fish include oscars, African cichlids, red Texas cichlids, and numerous others. They are typically prolific breeders, but the breeding styles will be different for each type of fish. Some ar

Alternative to Gravel in a Fish Aquarium

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When most people visualize a freshwater aquarium, a colorful gravel substrate is usually part of the picture. While gravel is the most common substrate for aquariums, there are actually other options, including sand.Like gravel, sand can provide your aquarium with natural benefits, espec

How to Build Your Own Aquarium Lighting

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Lighting for a fish tank provides comfort to the marine or reptile life, protection and a bit of decor to your fish tank. You can get canopies installed with lighting or filtration systems by a professional, but building a canopy with electrical purpose is simple and can be made for any size fish ta

Ochiba Koi - A Popular and Colorful Species

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Ochiba koi are among the most colorful species of Koi with its distinct blue grey color, brown markings, and net like pattern. The word Ochiba Shigure literally means fallen leaves in Japanese.

The Marine Aquarium Fish Trade

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The primary allure of the marine aquarium hobby has to be marine aquarium fish. This is also true with the freshwater aquarium scene where most folks get into the hobby primarily because of the fish. Sure there may be some were interested mainly because of the beauty of corals or planted tanks but t

5 Saltwater Aquarium Setup Tips

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Setting up a saltwater aquarium is not all that difficult, if you have the correct information. If not, you could be in for some really gigantic headaches. This article with it's five tips will hopefully keep you from having to take too much headache medicine, and help you do it properly in the

How to Keep a Pearl Gourami

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Pearl gouramis (trichogaster leeri) are labyrinth fish that grow to 4 inches in length. They are one of the most easygoing fish kept in the community aquarium and can be shy with aggressive species. Labyrinth fish breathe atmospheric air, so they frequently swim in the upper third of the tank and ma

Breeding Cichlids - Tips to Help You Get Started!

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Breeding Cichlids is not only a nice hobby but also a good way to save money (or even make money!) on fish. Breeding Cichlids does not require a huge fish tank or a professional. You can start breeding Cichlids too!

Koi Pond Interior Decorating Ideas

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Koi ponds are one of the most beautiful additions to an outdoor garden setting. Watching these peaceful, beautiful fish reduces stress, lowers blood pressure and is a welcome addition to any garden oasis. But how can you bring this attraction indoors?