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The Peacock Cichilds-A Basic Guide for Freshwater Cichlids77

The Peacock Cichilds-A Basic Guide for Freshwater Cichlids

A basic care guide to keeping and raising Malawi Peacock Cichlids. This article includes maintenance and water perimeters as well as advice on choosing tank mates.

6 comments    aquarium fish tank cichlids
Fish Care: White Cloud Mountain Minnows95

Fish Care: White Cloud Mountain Minnows

Often overlooked as a choice in the aquarium, the white cloud mountain minnows are very lively, enjoyable pets to keep. Their small size means they don't need a large aquarium, but enough room for their activeness and tendency to play around. White...

38 comments    schooling fish coldwater fish
Conservative Flathead Catfish (Pylodictis olivaris): North America's Unassuming, Unchanged, Unresponsive Freshwater Fish89

Conservative Flathead Catfish (Pylodictis olivaris): North America's Unassuming, Unchanged, Unresponsive Freshwater Fish

The flathead catfish accepts North America's slow, turbid, warm fresh waters. It favors daytime depths, but the shallows for night feeding. It inspires the fishing craze of grabbling and the gustatory delights of baked, deep-fried and smoked dishes.

16 comments    sustainability ecology habitat
Best Fish for a 10-Gallon Tank Setup83

Best Fish for a 10-Gallon Tank Setup

Finding the best tropical fish for your 10-gallon freshwater tank setup requires a little research. Some fish do great in smaller tanks, while others are better off left alone. If you take the time to learn about different fish species and their needs you’ll be on your way to a fantastic 10-gallon aquarium.

0 comments    neon aquarium fish betta
Introducing Black Mollies, Platys And Swordtails To The Freshwater Aquarium87

Introducing Black Mollies, Platys And Swordtails To The Freshwater Aquarium

This article focuses on three freshwater aquarium fish species that are a must for any newly prepped hobbyist's tank. The Black Molly, Platys as well as Swordtails, make a great addition to a new aquarium environment and do not require an extreme amount of care. In addition to a brief explanation about each of these freshwater species, the article also talks about making sure a basic aquarium is ready beforehand, for its new occupants.

2 comments    aquariums water ph sunset platys
Pesky White Perch (Morone americana):  North America's Salty, Shady, Sporty Freshwater Fish80

Pesky White Perch (Morone americana): North America's Salty, Shady, Sporty Freshwater Fish

The white perch can be popular in its native ranges within North America. But it also can be unpopular where it is introduced, accidentally or deliberately. Either way, it makes fishing an adventurous sport and fish fries a tasty experience.

16 comments    investment pollution habitat
Beautiful Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus): North America's Year-round Bounteous, Bountiful, Brave Freshwater Fish84

Beautiful Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus): North America's Year-round Bounteous, Bountiful, Brave Freshwater Fish

The bluegill is one of North America’s best known, most beautiful and widely studied freshwater fishes. It may be fished along shorelines or in deep water. It may be served as a casserole, chowder, cocktail, dip, main dish, salad, or sandwich.

20 comments    bluegill bluegill recipes
Sneaky Chain Pickerel (Esox niger):  North America's Fast, Fighting, Furtive Freshwater Fish81

Sneaky Chain Pickerel (Esox niger): North America's Fast, Fighting, Furtive Freshwater Fish

The chain pickerel lives in the quieter, smaller freshwater bodies of eastern North America. It may be fished in brackish wintry, deep autumnal and shallow spring waters. It serves as a nutritious, tasty main dish.

10 comments    habitat henry david thoreau
How Now Brown Trout (Salmo trutta):  North America's Wary, Wild, Willful Freshwater Fish83

How Now Brown Trout (Salmo trutta): North America's Wary, Wild, Willful Freshwater Fish

The brown trout is an introduced fish from Europe to North America. It outcompetes native fishes in accepting diverse living conditions and impressing fishers and fish-eaters. But it now struggles to survive the life-threatening spread of didymo.

20 comments    brown trout brown trout fishing
How to pick out your first fishing pole81

How to pick out your first fishing pole

New to fishing? Learn to pick out the best fishing rod, reel, and line to get started with.

1 comment    how to sports fishing
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