Practical Fishkeeping Magazine.

26/07/2024

Enjoy a free sample from the August Practical Fishkeeping Magazine with this 8-page feature: https://i.mtr.cool/edeztxqdai

25/07/2024

Summertime should be the most enjoyable time for a pond owner, it won't stay that way without a bit of attention. Here are some common pond problems and how you can avoid them

Summertime should be the most enjoyable time for a pond owner, but it can often end in tragedy. By mid-summer your pond will more than likely be looking great, however, it won't stay that way without a bit of attention so here are some common pond problems and how you can avoid them.

24/07/2024

Neale Monks advises one of our readers on the best way to get moderately aggressive cichlids to tolerate tankmates...

24/07/2024

Would you fork out good money on what some say looks like a moody worm? Many loach keepers would. Here's our guide to maassi loach and how best to care for them...

Here's our guide to maassi loach and how best to care for them, including the recommended tank set up, some helpful tips on feeding and whether they play well with other fish...

23/07/2024

Beautiful Black Moor Goldfish (also known as the Black Peony goldfish and Dragon Eye goldfish). They are known for their resilience, but also their health challenges. The best way to prevent these is regular inspection and vigilance. Would you keep a Black Moor Goldfish?

22/07/2024

VOTE NOW for your favourite UK aquatics & local fish stores and give them some much deserved recognition. All voters will be entered in for the chance to WIN 1 of 5 Fluval U2 Filters!*

Voting ends September 19th at 23.59 GMT. T&CS apply

It's that time again! Every year we ask YOU, the readers, to have your say and vote for your favourite aquatics and local fish stores from across the UK.

19/07/2024

Which aquatics and local fish stores across the UK do YOU think have gone above and beyond, or simply deserve some recognition? Time to have your say in the Practical Fishkeeping Readers' Poll! Vote now!

Voting ends September 19th at 23.59 GMT

It's that time again! Every year we ask YOU, the readers, to have your say and vote for your favourite aquatics and local fish stores from across the UK.

18/07/2024

In the August issue of Practical Fishkeeping, we're embracing life beyond the Siamese fighter with bubblenesting Betta. PLUS are your corals silently assassinating each other out of sight? Chris Sergeant explains allelopathy. And - if you're looking for a native fish that doesn’t grow huge - we have the fish for you. All this and more!

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16/07/2024

Get practical tips from the world of fishkeeping right to your door every month! Subscribe & Save with Practical Fishkeeping Magazine to receive up to 20% off the cover price - https://i.mtr.cool/hbioztqttm

09/07/2024

Yesterday we bid a fond farewell to our magazine Editor, Nathan Hill, after many years on the team - and almost 150 issues of Practical Fishkeeping Magazine!

We wish Nathan all the best on his future endeavours and look forward to sharing the details of our brand new Editor with you very soon!🐠🐟🐡

07/07/2024

We answer some of your FAQs about the beautiful Betta splendens (Siamese fighting fish): https://i.mtr.cool/ysevybjsll

06/07/2024

The African pygmy angel is usually well behaved in the reef tank. Dave Wolfenden explains more about a fish that is representing one huge breeding challenge

The African pygmy angel is usually well behaved in the reef tank. Dave Wolfenden explains more about a fish that is representing one huge breeding challenge.

06/07/2024

Summer is here (for the most part!). Here are some of our top tips for bringing some colour back to the pond

We’re paying more attention to our ponds than ever before, so why don’t we make them as colourful as possible?

05/07/2024

Tetras are beautiful, peaceful fish which can be ideal for all level of fishkeeping expertise. Did we miss any from this list of 12 great community tank tetras? See our guide: https://i.mtr.cool/izjsimeiru

29/06/2024

Black Belt cichlids (Vieja maculicauda) are an intriguing and beautiful species. They are sensitive to water quality and so can be prone to freshwater diseases, and are more tolerant of higher water temperatures

28/06/2024

Take a look at these gorgeous Albino hoplo catfish (Megalechis). Due to their hardiness, the Hoplo Catfish can acclimatize to a wide range of temperatures, making them versatile tankmates for many other species

26/06/2024

The July issue of Practical Fishkeeping Magazine is here! Find out how you can subscribe and save up to 20%: https://i.mtr.cool/wtohrycpbk

25/06/2024

Neale Monks gives his advice to a reader who would like to set up a brackish biotope for bumblebee gobies

Neil Monks gives his advice to a reader who would like to set up a brackish biotope for bumblebee gobies.

24/06/2024

What types of disease can affect the everyday garden pond? We take a look at the common maladies that can make outdoor aquatics a nightmare

What types of disease can affect the everyday garden pond? We take a look at the common maladies that can make outdoor aquatics a nightmare.

21/06/2024

Summertime should be the most enjoyable time for a pond owner, but it can end in tragedy. Here are some common problems and how to avoid them

Summertime should be the most enjoyable time for a pond owner, but it can often end in tragedy. By mid-summer your pond will more than likely be looking great, however, it won't stay that way without a bit of attention so here are some common pond problems and how you can avoid them.

20/06/2024

The July issue of Practical Fishkeeping Magazine is here! We're delving in to why archerfish should be your next big-tank project, setting up a black phantom biotope with a beautiful Cabomba backdrop, AND we're putting two skimmers to the test - which is best? All this and much, much more!

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19/06/2024

Taxonomic shake up in the armoured catfish world means that you’ll have to learn a lot of new (ex) Corydoras names

Taxonomic shake up in the armoured catfish world means that you’ll have to learn a lot of new (ex) Corydoras names.

18/06/2024

Come with us to Wharf Aquatics in Nottinghamshire - a multi award winning specialist aquatic centre offering a wide range of tropical fish, marine, aquarium, pond, coldwater fish. Visit their website: https://wharfaquatics.co.uk/ (AD)

14/06/2024

They're adorable and introducing a whole new generation to the aquatics hobby - but there are some important things to consider before adopting an axolotl.

Here's our ultimate guide:

The popularity of axolotls as pets has increased dramatically in recent years, thanks to social media and Minecraft. Does that necessarily make them easy to keep though? Here's our complete guide to keeping axolotls, as well as some things you need to consider before purchasing...

13/06/2024

Take a look at these gorgeous young Fahaka Pufferfish (Tetraodon lineatus). Hailing from the Nile River and various freshwater river basins in East and West Africa, they are known for their unique personalities - but have also been known to be an aggressive species 🐡🐡🐡

13/06/2024

Dwarf cichlids are incredibly diverse and therefore environmental parameters are diverse too, and there are some fabulous choices for a subtropical set-up...

12/06/2024

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

09/06/2024

Any discussion of predatory oddball fish for the aquarium will invariably feature a snakehead or two. Here's our guide with Dr Heok Hee Ng

Dr Heok Hee Ng reminds us that although these are natural predators, a few snakehead species can become acceptable community fish.

08/06/2024

What 'human foods' are safe for fish? Neale Monks offers some feeding advice to a PFK reader who wants to vary his fishes' menu

Neale Monks offers some feeding advice to a PFK reader who wants to vary his fishes' menu.