The intestinal lining of all fish is very sensitive and does not tolerate cold food very well. To serve frozen food properly, we suggest you thaw it first before feeding it to your fish. The following is our procedure for feeding frozen food here at Fintastic. • Decide how much food you’re going to use… Read more »
There are many challenges in fishkeeping. One of them is to successfully maintain fishes that grow reasonably large or are so active or territorial that they need a spacious aquarium tank in which to thrive. Like any other animal, fish need adequate accommodation, regular feeding, clean conditions, and appropriate exercise. In fact, you should always… Read more »
It’s always bad news when fish injure or kill each other in our tanks, or in our customers’ tanks. Understanding what’s going on may help prevent these incidents. The five motives for piscicide are predation, reproduction, territory, dominance and pathology. Predation is feeding behavior, and usually involves a large fish swallowing or biting a much… Read more »
Regular, periodic, partial water changes are mandatory to maintain proper water quality and the only means by which nitrates can be maintained at acceptable levels. The gravel should be simultaneously vacuumed to remove trapped debris and uneaten food. Frequency will depend upon aquarium size, the species, size and number of fish, feeding habits and filtration quality.
Thinking of putting in a new aquarium and can’t decide between going with a saltwater aquarium or a freshwater aquarium? There are a few things that you should consider to help you make your choice: commitment, cost and personal choice. How Much Time do You Have to Commit?Keeping any pet requires a certain amount of… Read more »
Algae are normal, and often necessary components of any aquatic ecosystem – they are far from being harmful. Algae growth only becomes a problem when it interferes with the aquariums aesthetic appearance or it begins to overtake delicate organisms. The most effective way to control problem algae is to control its food sources: nitrate, phosphate,… Read more »
Aquatic plants are a very important step in achieving a truly balanced ecosystem pond. Regardless of why you got into the water gardening hobby, adding aquatic plants to the pond is an important part of the water garden. They provide beauty and naturalization with a huge array of plant choices. Most importantly, they help balance… Read more »
The lure and draw of having fish in one’s home is something that many people enjoy. It is part hobby, part passion and part decoration. This is because larger fish tanks and aquariums truly become a focal point inside of a home almost as soon as they are unveiled. Though many standard tanks are readily… Read more »
Looking to add some living art into your life? Fintastic’s aquatic experts can build your dream aquarium at your home or business. Saltwater and freshwater aquariums make for a great sensory experience for children and adults. Watch the video below to help get inspired. Call us when you are ready to discuss a custom aquarium… Read more »
Over the last 5 years, the aquarium hobby has seen great strides made in feeds and nutritional supplements for both fish and corals. This has enabled us to keep a greater variety of delicate species, keep fish healthier and longer, captive breed many species including some saltwater fish and feed plants and coral to achieve… Read more »