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5 Species of Cichlids With Marine Fish Colors

With thousands of different species available in a wide variety of gorgeous colors and patterns, the Cichlidae family (“cichlids”) consists of bony, freshwater fish that are found in numerous regions … Continue reading 5 Species of Cichlids With Marine Fish Colors →

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Adding an Arowana to Your Tank

Arowana are bony, freshwater fish also referred to as dragon fish or monkey fish. They are indigenous to South America, Asia, Africa and Australia too and are prized possessions in … Continue reading Adding an Arowana to Your Tank →

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Bringing Out The Best In Your Tropical Fish

Underwater environments offer home home aquarists the opportunity to connect with nature up close and personal. Over time, however, many fish keepers notice that the vibrancy of their aquarium inhabitants … Continue reading Bringing Out The Best In Your Tropical Fish →

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Caring for Coral: Where to Start

Keeping and adding coral to your marine aquarium can be a beautiful experience. With recent changes in technology and availability of important care information, keeping coral no longer has to … Continue reading Caring for Coral: Where to Start →

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This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of a Betta Fish

Giving the gift of a Betta to inspire a budding aquarium enthusiast to enter the hobby can be a gift that lasts a lifetime. Adopting a Betta is not only … Continue reading This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of a Betta Fish →

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Popular Tropical Fish Recommendations for Beginning Aquarists

If you are new to the fish keeping hobby, there’s a great many things to consider when setting up your first aquarium. One of the most exciting decisions to be … Continue reading Popular Tropical Fish Recommendations for Beginning Aquarists →

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Cichlids: Your Guide to Getting Started

With over 12,000 different species of Cichlids, these popular freshwater aquarium fish make for a great selection for any early new hobbyist or long-time enthusiast. Known best for their large … Continue reading Cichlids: Your Guide to Getting Started →

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Why Beneficial Bacteria in your Fish Tank is Necessary

There’s a public misconception that the cleaner an aquarium is, the better it is for the inhabitants of the tank. This is simply untrue. Simply put, fish require good bacteria. … Continue reading Why Beneficial Bacteria in your Fish Tank is Necessary →

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The Most Common Missteps with Nano Tanks

Nano tanks have skyrocketed in popularity. Due to their uniquely small size, they have attracted an entirely new audience to the fish fanatic community. The convenience of a nano tank … Continue reading The Most Common Missteps with Nano Tanks →

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Common Aquarium Issues & Illnesses to Watch Out

As we head into cold and flu season, we all know how important it is to take precautions to stay healthy. This is also true for your tank. We present … Continue reading Common Aquarium Issues & Illnesses to Watch Out →

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Expert Tips for Caring for Your Fancy Goldfish

Caring for your fancy goldfish can be a rewarding experience, but it requires a commitment to providing a healthy environment for your fish. Fancy goldfish can also live for up … Continue reading Expert Tips for Caring for Your Fancy Goldfish →

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Why Balancing Fish Foods Matters

Just like with humans, other creatures including fish, need the right nutrients in the proper amounts to maintain good health. A poorly balanced diet can lead to severe and irreversible … Continue reading Why Balancing Fish Foods Matters →

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The Benefits of Silkworm in Fish Feed

Silkworm are the caterpillar of several moth species that are used to produce silk. When they begin their pupa phase, a silkworm encases itself in raw silk. The entire pupa … Continue reading The Benefits of Silkworm in Fish Feed →

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Introducing Reef Riot™: Our Latest Ultra-clean, Low-odor Reef blend

At ®Hikari, we pride ourselves on creating high-quality, cutting-edge foods for marine species while listening to our customers too. We are thrilled to offer a new product line: Reef Riot™. … Continue reading Introducing Reef Riot™: Our Latest Ultra-clean, Low-odor Reef blend →

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Safety Guidelines for Reptile Handling

Each kind of reptile is unique and thus requires different precautions when handling. While some creatures prefer or can tolerate extensive handling, others should only be touched when you need … Continue reading Safety Guidelines for Reptile Handling →

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Freshwater or Saltwater? Which aquarium type is best for you?

Setting up a new aquarium environment is an exciting adventure, but before getting started, you must decide if you’d rather go the freshwater or saltwater route. As a big decision, … Continue reading Freshwater or Saltwater? Which aquarium type is best for you? →