Author Archives: Robert Akehurst

Last week, I was able to visit London Aquarium and I thought that I would take some photos so that I share my experience and write a short guide about what you can expect from the … Read More

Species Details
Adult size: 3#8243;
Origin: South America
Sexing: Females are plumper
Care level: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding method: Egg-depositor
Breeding potential: Moderately easy
Tank conditions
Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
pH: 6.0-8.0
Temperature: 24-28#8242;C
Description
Bronze Corydoras catfish are the most common Corydoras species in the aquarium trade. They have a brown/grey colored body with a white underbelly with […]

Species Details
Adult size: 1#8243;
Origin: South America
Sexing: Females are plumper
Care level: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding method: Egg-scatterer
Breeding potential: Moderately difficult
Tank conditions
Minimum tank size: 10 gallons
pH: 5.0-7.0
Temperature: 22-26#8242;C
Description
Neon Tetras are a very popular small shoaling fish with a bright coloration. They are silver bodied with a bright neon blue horizontal stripe […]

One of the first things that you will think about when planning to keep pet fish is where you are going to position the aquarium in your home. The most obvious concern will be to find … Read More

Species Details
Adult size: 3#8243;
Origin: Sumatra and Borneo
Sexing: Females are larger and plumper while males show brighter colors
Care level: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding method: Egg-scatterer
Breeding potential: Moderately easy
Tank conditions and care
Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
pH: 6.0-8.0
Temperature: 22-26#8242;C

Description
Tiger barbs are very attractive fish and are often recommended to beginners as they […]

Fish tanks are available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and materials. Before you purchase your first aquarium it is important to consider how different designs will affect your fish. Aquarium size In terms of … Read More

Hello to all readers of the LVR series of blogs and everyone who is part of the HART network. My name is Robert, you can find my author page here . I will be here at … Read More