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Practical Fishkeeping brings you inspirational and informative articles from some of the top experts in fishkeeping.

The Best And Weirdest Dads Of The Aquatic World

From pregnant seahorses to starving mouthbrooders, some fish fathers go to extraordinary lengths to raise their young.…

Salt and Spice: Caribbean Reef Biotope

In an attempt to locate a dusky jawfish, Chris encountered plenty of fascinating creatures while diving in the…

Beginner’s Guide to Reef Tanks: Lighting

Lighting looks a little bit different in the marine world, and it is essential to know the basics before keeping corals.…

How To Grow The Perfect Aquarium Lawn: World Cup-Inspired Carpeting Plant Guide

Learn how to create a lush green carpet of aquarium plants that resembles a perfectly maintained football pitch. From…

5 Brilliant Shoaling Silver Fish for Stunning Aquascapes

Brightly coloured fish often take centre stage in a planted aquarium. But if you'd rather let your aquascape do the…

A Tiny Scissortail from the Mekong Basin

Not many fish have a miniature alternative, but Rasbosoma spilocerca is the perfect minature version of the sizeable…

Common Clownfish: The Complete Care Guide to Amphiprion ocellaris

More than just a cartoon fish, the common clownfish is one of the most popular marine species in the aquarium hobby.…

Beginner’s Guide to Reef Tanks: Choosing the Right Marine Aquarium

The first step in becoming a reefer is choosing the right tank. From tank size and placement to glass type and…

Top 5 Botanical Caves for Aquarium Fish

A guide to using seed pods in aquariums to provide refuge and spawning sites for tropical fish.