Dry rock in a marine aquarium
Dry rock is nothing but a dried rock – usually of natural origin. Such a rock retains its natural porosity, but has no life on it or in it. So … Read More
Author: Tropical
Algae in fish diet
Algae in the diet of ornamental fish are a source of protein and valuable components, which are attributed with pro-health effects, improving fish’s condition, resistance and coloration. Although the different … Read More
Coconut fiber – more than just a cheap soil!
For many years, coconut fiber has been a staple product used to keep terrarium animals. It is a cheap, renewable resource derived from the outer layer of the coconut – … Read More
Technical equipment of the aquarium
An aquarium is not just glass panes, water, fish and plants. To maintain life in the tank you need appropriate technical equipment and accessories. When choosing technical equipment for the … Read More
Tiger barb (Puntigrus tetrazona)
Tiger barb next to scalar, guppy or discus, is undoubtedly one of the most recognized fish in aquaristics. Therefore, it may come as a great surprise to many people that … Read More
Endler’s livebearer (Poecilia wingei) – wild types
The natural habitat of Endler’s livebearer (Poecilia wingei) is Venezuela. The state of Sucre in the northern part of the country specifically. Endler’s livebearer lives in floodplains, slow flowing streams (often with slightly salty water), canals (even heavily polluted with sewage) and drainage ditches in the Campoma (Laguna de Campoma and Rio Oro, to to the south-west from it) and Cumana (Laguna Los Patos, Laguna de Malagueña) and Laguna Buena Vista (lagoon near Las Aguas de Moises resort).