Part of the enjoyment that comes with being an aquarist is that of selecting new aquarium occupants. Populating the aquarium is both intellectually challenging and an artistic expression of every one involved. In this section you will discover many potential occupants with pictures and detailed information to assist in your decision making.
Take your time, with a cup of your favorite beverage, and look through the lists of fish and other potential occupants. Learn about their origins, native habitat, and many behaviors.
Selecting freshwater fish for your aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of freshwater fish and their habitat requirements. Included in the list are the fish’ behavioral characteristics and reproductive methods.
Selecting saltwater fish for your aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of saltwater fish and their habitat requirements. Included in the list are the fish’ behavioral characteristics and reproductive methods.
Selecting freshwater plants for your aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of freshwater plants and their habitat requirements. Included in the list are the plant’s growth characteristics and reproductive methods.
Selecting saltwater plants for your aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of saltwater organisms and their habitat requirements. Included in the list are the different species’ growth characteristics and reproductive methods.
Selecting Corals for your saltwater aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of saltwater corals and their habitat requirements. Included in the list are the corals biome requirements and reproductive characteristics.
Selecting freshwater invertebrates for your aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of freshwater invertebrates and their habitat requirements. Invertebrates are considered to be helpful aids in keeping the aquarium biome under control by managing algae and biofilm growth.
Selecting Aquarium Gravel
Most people don’t give gravel a second thought and just select what’s on-sale. This article explores the underlying purpose for gravel and how to match gravel to aquarium occupants.
Selecting Wood for the Aquarium
Introducing wood into an aquarium can be tricky. One has to consider tannins, pH, and other water chemistry items. The reader will come away with a better understanding of the problems associated with including wood in aquarium decor.
Selecting freshwater crustaceans for your aquarium
The aquarist will find a representative list of freshwater crustaceans and their habitat requirements. Included in the list are the crustacean’s behavioral characteristics and reproductive methods.
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