Fishkeeping Advice

Fishkeeping advice answering all of your questions on keeping cold water, tropical, marine, freshwater and salt water fish.

We have a team of top aquatic experts on hand to answer your questions, email us at [email protected] and we'll pass your question on to the most relevant expert. 

How do I keep Java moss clean and tidy?

George Farmer advises how best to maintain Java moss in your aquascape to keep it looking great!

Are Moorish idols easier to keep these days?

Moorish idols have a reputation for being difficult to care for in a marine aquarium. One of our reader's asks if this…

Can I add a reindeer wrasse to my reef tank?

Jeremy Gay advises a reader on reef safe wrasses, and warns them of what reindeer, or dragon, wrasses will end up like…

How do I eradicate these coral pests?

Jeremy Gay gives a reader some advice on removing a hitchhiking pest from a reef tank that arrived on a new coral.

How do aquarium plants thrive in the wild?

Jordan Stirrat answers a reader’s question on how aquatic plants grow in the wild without optimal conditions.

How do I deal with aquarium snails?

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Aquarium snails are considered a pest by some and a pal by others. Spotting snails in your aquarium may not cause any…

How do I deal with this muck?

A reader struggles to keep his tank clean even after carrying out a water change. Expert Bob advises...

How do I breed my corys?

One of our readers would like to breed some albino corys. Fish expert Bob advises on the best way to do it...

How do I tackle this stinky algae?

A reader is frustrated by the unpleasant smell from his tank.