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To fully understand all the technical terminology of fishkeeping is no easy task for many since most folks don’t major in chemistry, biology or medicine. I remember when I first started to show interest in fishkeeping, my brother would use all those terminology to assist me in succeeding in rearing fish. Instead of speeding up my knowledge, it took me “forever” to comprehend. Maybe I’m not made to understand “technical” stuff. What I do know is to make topics fun, interesting and less intimidating is the fastest way to learn new things. So I create this special category in hope to make your learning journey more pleasurable.
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Fishkeeping 101: Preparing to Keep Fish as a Hobby?
An aquarium can provide hours of soothing relaxation. Watch fish swim around in a healthy habitat is a wonderful way to relax after a long day at work. But before you rush off to buy that tank and fish, sit down and consider how much space you have, how much money ...Asian Arowana: What You Should Know About This Auspicious Dragonfish?
The dragon, long-associated with longevity, power and luck, is a much-revered icon in Chinese culture. Because the dragonfish (Asian Arowana) supposedly resembles the majestic mythical beast, it is an auspicious symbol to the Chinese. It has become a popular aquarium pet around Southeast Asia. Believed to bring prosperity and wealth, this ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 7
Here is the seventh installment of common aquarium terms which covers the alphabet S to Z. Salinity: A measurement of the mass of all the dissolved salts in a given mass of solution. It is usually expressed as parts per thousand (ppt) and used to determine the salt level in a ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 6
Here is the sixth installment of common aquarium terms which covers the alphabet F to L. Mechanical Filtration: The trapping of particulate material from aquarium water by straining the water through a pad, sponge or other media, and the subsequent removal and cleaning of the media. Nitrate (NO3-): A form of nitrogen ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 5
Here is the fifth installment of common aquarium terms which covers the alphabet F to L. Family: A term used in the classification of organisms. A family is made up of related Genera. Hardness: A measure of the amount of calcium and magnesium in water, which is expressed as calcium carbonate. Hydrometer: A ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 4
Here is the fourth installment of common aquarium terms which covers the alphabet D. Daphnia: Also known as “water fleas,” these are common crustaceans found in freshwater lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams. They are cultivated or collected in the wild as fish food. Detritus: Waste material that accumulates in the aquarium. It ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 3
Here is the third installment of common aquarium terms which covers the alphabet C. Calcification: A process by which corals and coralline algae extract calcium from seawater and deposit it in the form of calcium carbonate. Calcium: A mineral that is the major building block of corals and other calcareous organisms. In ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 2
Here is the second installment of common aquarium terms which covers the alphabet B. Ballast: A power source required for fluorescent and metal halide lighting. Ballasts are highly specialized. Each type of lighting requires its own particular type of ballast. Bio-filter (Biological Filter): Any device or substrate that provides a site for ...What Are The Common Aquarium Terms You Need To Know – Part 1
As a beginner at fishkeeping, it's advisable to gain in-depth knowledge of your new hobby by reading plenty of relevant books, magazines, and other materials such as visiting forums and blogs (like this one! :wink: ). In your reading, you may stumped upon some fishkeeping terms that are still unfamiliar ...
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