Cycling your tank Author: Jennifer Hamlin First published in Aquarium World Magazine November 2011 When getting a new tank, it can be tempting to rush and fill it with fish, but if the filter isn’t properly prepared, a new tank can quickly result in a series of disappointments as the water quality deteriorates and the fish struggle to survive. Fish that live in enclosed aquariums are subject to a buildup of toxic wastes in their environment. The majority of these waste produc

Goldfish care fact sheet Goldfish make great pets and with regular feeding and tank maintenance they can live for over 10 years. Under good conditions in a large tank some varieties can grow to 30 cm.  Environment -          Goldfish are coldwater fish and do best at 18 to 23° Celsius and a pH of about 7.2 (water that is very slightly alkaline). -          Fish tanks are preferable to goldfish bowls as they have a larger surface area for gas exchange and allow more room

Preparing your Pond for Spring Author:  Adrienne Dodge First published Aquarium World August 2013       Yes - it is winter and no one feels much like going outside on a cold damp or frosty day, much less do anything about their pond, but if you take a little time now you will be rewarded with a pond that requires a lot less effort come Spring to make it look sparking and clean. Photo Credit: Caryl Simpson   Most pond keepers notice that their ponds experience an increase in algae once early