Saltwater snails are omnivorous, meaning they feed on both plants and animals. In the wild, saltwater snails will eat diatoms, algae, detritus (bits of dead plant matter), small crustaceans such as copepods and amphipods, bits of fish food left over from other tank inhabitants, and even dead fish or snail shells. In captivity it is…
Adding potassium to plants is an important part of maintaining a healthy garden. Potassium helps plants grow more vigorously and resist disease. It can be added in the form of fertilizer, compost, or wood ash. To start, you should test your soil to determine its current level of available potassium. If it’s low, then you…
Seachem Paraguard is a liquid medication used to treat bacterial and fungal infections in freshwater aquariums. It contains the active ingredient praziquantel, which helps kill external parasites such as flukes, tapeworms and anchor worms. Additionally, it can be used to treat several bacterial diseases including fin rot, dropsy and columnaris. This product should not be…
The size of air pump for a sponge filter depends on the size and type of aquarium. Generally, for small tanks (less than 20 gallons) up to 15 watts or 1-2 litres/minute are sufficient. For medium tanks (30-50 gallons), you may need an air pump with power output between 19 – 30 watts or 2…
Blue Tangs are omnivorous fish and their diet primarily consists of a variety of algae, plankton, small crustaceans, worms and other small invertebrates. They feed mainly on macroalgae such as Caulerpa species in the wild but may also consume filamentous green algae or diatoms. In captivity they will accept most types of flake food supplemented…
Green Terrors grow to about 4-6 inches in length. They are known for their bright and vibrant colors, including an electric blue body with black stripes running along the sides of the fish. The dorsal fin is typically red or orange in color. In some cases, Green Terrors can reach up to 8 inches in…
Live rock is an important part of a saltwater aquarium and provides the primary biological filtration for the tank. The amount of live rock needed per gallon depends on the type of livestock you plan to keep in your tank, as well as your budget. Generally speaking, it is recommended that you have at least…
The recommended number of goldfish for a 30 gallon tank is 3-4 depending on the size and type of goldfish. Smaller varieties such as fancy or comet goldfish should not be kept in tanks smaller than 30 gallons, while larger varieties like common or shubunkin can require up to 50 gallons. Goldfish are messy fish…
The filter size for your fish tank is contingent on the size of your aquarium. As a rule of thumb, it’s advisable to opt for a filter that can handle four times the water volume of your tank. Take for instance, if your aquarium holds 20 gallons of water, you should aim for a filter…