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Ichthyology 101 - A Favorite Undergrad Course Offering - - Dave Potchak
I'm not certain that it was Shippensburg's first-ever course offering in the area of Fisheries Biology, but I am certain that no course before it came close to meeting Ichthyology 101's objectives. The class rolls and attendance sheets have long been forgotten. Grades were never given nor... Submitted 1 year 346 days ago.

Japanese Koi Carp - A Remarkable Journey of Time and Transformation - - Michael C. Harris
Japanese Koi carp are known throughout the world as beautiful fish comprising of vivid colors and markings. Anyone who owns them can tell you how wonderful it is to have them as part of their lives. But there as is mysterious past surrounding these marvelous fish as to where their journey of time... Submitted 3 years 70 days ago.

The True Story of the Black Koi Carp Fish - - Michael C. Harris
Koi Fish enthusiasts are aware of the great variety of colors and patterns associated with Koi Fish, and Black Koi are not much different to other Koi fish varieties outside of their coloring. Koi Fish have been know for their incredible extended life span of up to two hundred years, but on... Submitted 3 years 70 days ago.

The Secrets to Successful Koi Carp Fish Care - - Michael C. Harris
Loved all over the world for their vibrant colors and long living, Koi carp fish are absolutely wonderful additions to an outdoor pond. Koi carp fish are exceptionally popular and populate millions of outdoor ponds. While today, most live to be around thirty years of age, Koi carp fish have been... Submitted 3 years 79 days ago.

10 Tips for Catching More Muskies This Season - Pete Maina
Pete Maina, one of America's best known Muskie fishermen, wants more anglers to savor the thrill of catching the toothy critters at the top of the food chain in the lakes of the Midwest. "I know from experience just how tough it can be to catch muskies," Maina says. "But what makes fishing so... Submitted 3 years 354 days ago.

Breeding Betta Fish - An Essential Guide - Sarah Munn
When you decide to breed your Betta Fish, the first step is to make sure you are ready. It will take time, money, space for around fifty jars to separate males, a secure pond with no other fish and a good level of experience caring for Bettas already. Presuming the answer is yes; the next step... Submitted 5 years 71 days ago.

How To Set Up A Quarantine Tank For Tropical Fish - Mike Magnum
Do I Need A Quarantine Tank? Ah, yes, the often dismissed but very necessary part of the tropical fish hobby, the infamous quarantine tank. Do you really need one to be successful in this hobby? For freshwater fish you may be able to get by without having one. Freshwater fish are generally... Submitted 6 years 281 days ago.

Considering starting a fish tank? - Donna Stebbins
If you are considering starting a fish tank you should do a little research first. It is not a matter of just filling a tank with water and dumping in some fish. There is more to it. We have had fish tanks through the years and they are beautiful when they are well kept. Keeping a fish tank... Submitted 6 years 339 days ago.

How To Setup A Freshwater Tropical Fish Tank - Mike Magnum
This is an 11 step guide to setting up a freshwater aquarium in your home. Equipment you will need: Aquarium Aquarium gravel Aquarium filter Replacement filter media Heater Other decorations (such as plants) Chemical test kits Fish food Aquarium vacuum Fish net Glass Scrubber 5-gallon bucket... Submitted 7 years 50 days ago.

Aquarium Light Cycles - David OCReef
The goal of aquarium lighting is to recreate a natural habitat for your aquatic pet fish. It is important to consider both the day and night cycle of aquarium lighting; as it is easy to forget how important this is for the beginning aquarist. Imagine how stressed you would become if you had... Submitted 2 years 175 days ago.

The Many Advantages of Acrylic Aquariums - - David OCReef
When choosing between acrylic or glass aquariums, there are many attractive and practical advantages, which make acrylic a wise choice. Colors are displayed more vividly and true in acrylic aquariums. This is because acrylic is clearer than glass, allowing up to 92% of light... Submitted 2 years 236 days ago.

Betta Behavior Explained - - Lucy Rudnicka
Betta behavior always amazes me and is quite extraordinary to witness. Bettas are often aggressive towards each other, earning for themselves the designation betta splendens or splendid warrior. But what's interesting, bettas are only aggressive towards other bettas but not towards other fish.... Submitted 2 years 291 days ago.

Aquarium Therapy as a Stress Reliever! - - David OCReef
Aquarium Therapy: Taking time to watch and interact with pets, provides a welcome break from the stress of daily cares and concerns. Aquariums are ideal for creating a soothing, tranquil, meditative place to relax and connect with nature, in your home or office. They can even pull your kids... Submitted 2 years 340 days ago.

How to Cure Live Rock for your Saltwater Aquarium! - - David OCReef
Why Cure Live Rock? Live rock must be properly cured to create a healthy marine environment. The biodiversity found on all transported live rock undergo some degree of natural die-off, especially delicate or damaged fauna and flora. As these encrusting organisms go through this process... Submitted 2 years 340 days ago.

A Planted Aquarium - - Nick North
If you have ever seen a well planted aquarium you will understand my fascination with aquatic plants. I started out keeping fish but soon realised that the only way to really show off the beauty of the fish is to put them in their natural planted environment. Not only does it keep them healthier... Submitted 2 years 342 days ago.

Green Water - - Nick North
If you have an aquarium, sooner or later you will experience green water. It nearly always happens just before the in-laws are about to visit or you've invited friends over for dinner. Your fish disappear behind a green haze and you sit there dealing with the jibes and digs with a forced smile on... Submitted 2 years 343 days ago.

Seven Tips to Consider When You Buy Freshwater Fish - - Nick Freeman
There is no absolute guarantee when you buy freshwater fish that they are are going to be 100 percent disease or parasite free. There are a few signs that you can look for when making your purchase that can help you with your buying choices. If you see fish in a shop aquarium that looks... Submitted 2 years 363 days ago.

Practical Guide to Buying a New Aquarium Tank - Frank Barendt
Before you buy a new aquarium tank there are some important factors to consider. It is important to take good advice and you should find the best aquarium shop in your neighborhood, because they will help you to make the right choices. The most important decision that you have to make is how... Submitted 3 years 23 days ago.

Tips on Feeding Your Koi Fish - Josh Law
Aside from having beautiful colors, Koi fish are also entertaining. Most Koi owners will tell you that they can be trained to eat right out of your hand and that they recognize the person who feeds them and gather around them during feeding times. How can anyone get bored with such an enjoyable... Submitted 3 years 85 days ago.

Black Koi Fish - Josh Law
Koi fish come in a wide array of colors and patterns. Nothing really differentiates Black Koi from other Koi varieties except for their coloring. Koi reproduction may result in as many as 1,000 eggs and depending on the temperature of the water, baby Koi, known as fry, start emerging in about... Submitted 3 years 89 days ago.

Rare Tropical Fish Tips to Starting Out - Frank Froggatt
It's no wonder tropical fish tanks are becoming the hobby of so many people. With the depth of their colors and beauty they are truly a joy to behold. There are many types of rare tropical fish and they come in a vast array of colors shapes and sizes. While owning a rare tropical fish seems... Submitted 4 years 1 day ago.

Betta Fish Care - Seven Hot Tips On How To Care For Betta Fish - - Richard Fenn
Sure everyone loves Goldfish but there are a very similar type of highly colored and active fish that are just as easy to care for. I'm talking about Betta fish, also known as Siamese Fighting Fish. Hailing from the Mekong river in Asia these beautiful fish usually grow to about 6cm in length... Submitted 4 years 74 days ago.

Breeding Betta Fish for Profit - Chris Kerr
Breeding Betta fish can be somewhat difficult if you have never done it before, or if you do not have a lot of patience. However, if you can get past the particular things that can make Betta fish a little more difficult to breed, then you should be able to turn a pretty good profit, and have fun... Submitted 4 years 351 days ago.

Interesting Facts about Catfish - Sharon Stajda
Catfish seem to be a popular school, from farm raised to wild and free. The only place this fresh water species shuns is Antarctica. Maybe the cold drives them away? Contrary to all the cartoons you’ve seen as a child, Catfish do not have fur. In fact, as of 2005, all 37 families are scale-less... Submitted 5 years 222 days ago.

Types Of Tropical Fish - Colorful Underwater Life - Galadriel Anderson
If you think about it, tropical islands are known for their smiley and happy people, their good foods and drinks, but most importantly for their color. They have been known to be the most colorful places on earth, where people just go and have the time of their life. Well this colorfulness comes... Submitted 5 years 305 days ago.