Practical Fishkeeping - June 2026

This month, you’re in for a treat, with plenty of great topics to sink your teeth into. There’s a continued message of conservation in this issue – a timely reminder that life isn’t easy for wild aquatic habitats. Chris looks back on a trip to the reefs of Thailand, which at the time were being slowly destroyed by unchecked tourism; new contributor Benjamin outlines plans to protect the peat swamps in Indonesia; and Tai searches for Aspidoras in a forest stream in Brazil, itself threatened by development and agriculture 

Some other fascinating topics covered include: 

• Season on Springs – Michael of SHOAL looks at the surprising world of spring fishes – important habitats that are often forgotten. 

• A Home for Wildlife – Nature ponds have an outsized impact for Britain’s native creatures; building one is drastically different to a fish pond and Jeremy explains all. 

• Colourful Corals for All – Jeremy picks out a selection of hardy, eye-catching corals that are perfect for beginner reefers.