In the order Ateriform, there are about 300 species of small fish (usually no more than 15 cm in length) inhabiting coastal seas, brackish and fresh water bodies mainly in the tropics and subtropics.Melanothenia neon (Melanotaenia praecox)Representatives of most species of atherin-like are small, elongated, silvery body
Shubunkin , more correctly shubunkin (Japanese 朱 文 金, red brocade) or "calico" is one of the artificially cultivated decorative breeds of "goldfish", distinguished by transparent scales and variegated color.It was first shown in 1900 by the famous Japanese fish breeder Kitigore Akiyama. By cr
Clown pike , or torch epiplatis, or clown keels (Rocket killi, Clown killi, Rocket panchax) is a bright original fish with an elongated body that lives in the waters of West Africa. Due to their small size, epiplats are excellent for nano aquariums
Barbs are one of the most convenient fish for training a novice aquarist. They are beautiful, small and agile, easy to maintain and inexpensive.Adult barbs reach a length of 4-6 cm, in nature they keep in flocks, so there should be at least two pairs of fish in the aquarium, and preferably five
The kositsefinny barb, or the barb arulius (Arulius barb) is a jumping active fish from the reservoirs of South India. Quite peaceful and hardy. These fish are best kept in small groups of 6-15 individuals. They can tolerate a relatively wide range of hydrochemical values of water, but do not tolerate "dirty" water. Omn
Eels are marine fish that live mainly in warm seas, there are deep-sea species. Some species live in fresh waters or enter desalinated areas. The representatives of the order are numerous and varied and include about 750 species.Dragon moray (Enchelycore pardalis)The body is serpentine, elongated, tapering towards the end; round in cross section, covered with mucus
Sea stars are often used to complement a marine aquarium. Starfish are echinoderm invertebrates. The top of the starfish consists of a protective outer skeleton, the mouth and numerous ambulacral legs are located below, which the star uses for movement and feeding
As the addition of calcium to water has become more automated, one of the most sophisticated ways to accomplish what you want is to use a calcium reactor. Carbon dioxide is supplied in certain quantities to special equipment. Carbon dioxide lowers the pH level and results in an acidic environment that dissolves calcium in the water
The black cockerel, or the non-belligerent cockerel, or the dwarf cockerel (Peaceful Betta), is native to the water bodies of the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a calm and peaceful fish, ideal for nano aquariums. Territoriality in males is observed only during spawning
The cockerel is one of the most beautiful and most beloved fish by aquarists. A rounded, somewhat elongated body in aquariums reaches a length of 6 centimeters.In the so-called veiled fighting fish common in Moscow, the dorsal, caudal and especially the anal fins are greatly expanded and elongated, reaching very large sizes in males
Ask any marine aquarium hobbyist and you will find out that setting up and building a marine aquarium takes a lot of work and time. Setting up and populating a saltwater aquarium requires respect and care, especially in this age when the Internet has provided aquarists with access to a variety of rare and demanding fish and invertebrates
With its vibrant colors, interesting inhabitants and the ability to purify water, the demand for live rock is growing among aquarists. Each year, aquarists purchase thousands of kilos of live rock in new or established reef aquariums.What are living stones?
The larger the aquarium, the less hassle with it. We do not recommend aquariums smaller than 120 liters. The water temperature should be around 25-27 ° C. Underwater heaters work better than conventional heaters because salt can enter the heater and harden
You can create a seawater container at home. In extreme cases, as well as for performing ordinary water changes.List of things you need:- a new 100-170 l container;- floating thermometer;- submersible pump "PowerHead";- 200 watt heater;- saline solution;- hydrometer or refractometer;- pipes 5/8 inches
You have spent enough money and time learning about the environmental requirements for fish and corals. Naturally, you want to protect your investment, and therefore it is necessary to acclimatize the animals as soon as they get to you. The essence of acclimatization is simple: the water in which animals get to you differs in temperature, pH and salinity from the water in your aquarium
Looking at photographs and images of reefs, the first thing we see is the diversity of species and living organisms. The entire space of the reef is occupied by inhabitants, each of which occupies its own niche. This diversity is the result of the evolution of organisms through competition
There is a common misconception among new to hobbyists that if a coral changes color, the coral is sick . Most often, color change occurs due to the adaptation of corals to new conditions, new lighting.There are many natural causes for a coral to change color , but the most frequent and dramatic changes depend on the light the coral receives
So how do saltwater aquariums differ from freshwater ones? Marine aquariums are much more sensitive to any changes in the environment. The most important parameters for marine aquariums are pH, salinity and temperature. Periodically, nitrite and ammonia will cause problems
As we began to understand the processes taking place in our aquariums more clearly, the equipment becomes more advanced and imitates natural conditions. Unfortunately, one of the most important aspects of the reef environment is often overlooked
Some invertebrate species such as anemones, corals, shrimps, etc. can be kept in a marine aquarium. However, there are a few things to consider before setting up your aquarium. For example, some species of animals are not compatible with each other: living in the same aquarium, they begin to eat each other
Spring is a joyful period for every person. But hardly anyone is waiting for spring as the owners of reservoirs are waiting for it. The transition from winter to spring takes place in several stages, each of which can affect the well-being of your pond
A pond is a good addition to your garden . If you settle fish or other animals in it, it will help you brighten up more than one hour. So that the arrangement of your pond does not bring too much trouble - you need to plan everything correctly: location, shape and depth
Designing and choosing a pond site is one of the most exciting parts. This part is believed to be the hardest part. Many are trying to deal with this as soon as possible, without thinking that this is one of the most important tasks when arranging their own pond
Creating a waterfall will help decorate your pond . First you need to decide what you want? Will it be a bubbling waterfall or a quiet stream of water? Remember that the collapsed waterfall poses a danger to the inhabitants of the reservoir
1. What type of reservoir (pond) is better? There are many options on the market, ranging from plastic or wooden ponds with plastic linings to concrete ponds with tiled surfaces. Some pond owners use mud, they put it on the bottom of wooden or concrete ponds to make the pond more organic
Good water is essential for healthy plant and animal life in ponds. What is water quality? This concept includes two parameters. The first is the chemical composition , including hardness, pH, alkalinity, nitrite and ammonia content, and other chemical elements and additives
The days are getting longer. The pond will soon return to normal. It's time to get your pond and aquatic plants ready for spring . Most aquatic plants grow rapidly, aggressively and after the season may no longer fit in old pots and containers
Preparation of the pond for winter begins in the fall. The water temperature will tell you when to prepare your pond for winter. In order to prepare your fish and pond for winter, you first need a good thermometer. Tie one end of the string to a thermometer and the other end to the rock at the bottom of the pond
Mollies are an ideal fish for those who are just starting out in the aquarium hobby. All varieties of mollies belong to the same species, however, their color and appearance are different, and any females can be raised along with any males.Female
The green swordtail, or the red swordtail , or Geller's swordtail , or the simple swordtail (Swordtail, Green swordtail) is one of the most popular fish for novice aquarists. These fish are easy to keep and not picky about feeding. They breed easily in a shared aquarium
Goldfish are omnivorous and very voracious , but not eaten food spoils with tremendous speed and can poison the water in the aquarium overnight. It is best to feed the fish several times a day, but in small portions that will be eaten clean
The Chinese Arrowhead (Grassy Arrowhead) is native to eastern North America. Known in all Canadian provinces from Ontario to Newfoundland, as well as in all states of the United States (from the Great Plains to the Atlantic), plus Colorado, New Mexico and Cuba
There is no aquarist who is not familiar with daphnia . In the summer, at the Bird Market in Moscow, you can see the sellers in front of whom there are troughs with millions of tiny crustaceans teeming in them. From this huge mass of living beings, the water even acquires a reddish-red color
The role of snails in the aquarium can hardly be overestimated. These natural orderlies zealously observe the purity of the reservoir: they clean algae from the leaves and stems of plants, eat fish excrement, dead plant parts, fish food residues, and destroy the bacterial film from the water surface
Snails are an interesting addition to your aquarium or pond. They are very peaceful animals, and therefore you should not plant them with those inhabitants that can harm them. Very unpretentious in content. Low light, temperature 20-30 ° C and pH level between 6.5
Big-eyed sharks are a monotypic genus . The only member of the genus - Chaenogaleus macrostoma - lives in the tropical waters of the western part of the Indo-Pacific region between latitudes 30 ° N. and 10 ° S latitude, including the Persian Gulf, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Taiwan, about. J
Sharks belonging to this family are large, dangerous predators with a streamlined, muscular body and large sickle-shaped tail fin, which is typical for good swimmers. The body temperature of these sharks is higher than the ambient temperature, which is also typical for fast swimmers, including tuna, sailfish and marlins [4]
Madagascar cat shark (Gray bambooshark) - endemic of the coastal waters of the island. Madagascar. To date, the largest caught specimen had a body length of 67 cm. It is a bottom marine predator. Sharks of this species are believed to breed by laying eggs
The Indian swellshark is practically unexplored, as only four individuals were caught, one of which became a holotype (male, 36 cm long).AppearanceIndian puffer sharks have a thick, powerful body that does not have a sharp taper on either side of the pectoral fins
The Reticulated swell shark does not exceed 42 cm in length. It is found only in the western Pacific Ocean off the coast of Vietnam, China and the Philippines. The main food of striped logged sharks is invertebrates, small fish, crustaceans, larvae