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Topical Tips- October 2018

Topical Tips- October 2018

10th October in Topical Tips So, it’s the time of year when nature shrugs off her summer splendour to take on the glorious glowing tints of autumn. For less romantically-inclined water gardeners it’s leaf time!
The Art of Aquascaping

The Art of Aquascaping

19th September in Aquarium Aquascaping is the art of underwater gardening: arranging aquatic plants and décor in an aesthetically pleasing manner within an aquarium.
Keeping Goldfish 101

Keeping Goldfish 101

17th September in General Fishkeeping ​Set out below are some basic guidelines for looking after your pet goldfish, with simple explanations as to their reasons. They're not foolproof, but should help you to avoid some of the common pitfalls that can occur. ​Set out below are some basic guidelines for looking after your pet goldfish, with simple explanations as to their reasons. They're not foolproof, but should help you to avoid some of the common pitfalls that can occur.
Your guide to Aquarium Lighting

Your guide to Aquarium Lighting

17th September in General Fishkeeping ​Choosing the appropriate lighting for your aquarium may seem like a bit of a minefield
Topical Tips- September 2018

Topical Tips- September 2018

6th September in Topical Tips After a record-breaking summer, September is the point where pond keepers need to start planning for what’s to come.
Fishkeeping is good for your health

Fishkeeping is good for your health

1st September in General Fishkeeping ​It's official: fishkeeping is good for your health!
Winter Feeding for Pond Fish

Winter Feeding for Pond Fish

28th August in Pond Pond fish are poikilothermic (cold-blooded) creatures. This means that their body temperature is controlled by their immediate surroundings, and their behaviour corresponds directly to how warm or cold they are.
Top Tips for a Clear Pond

Top Tips for a Clear Pond

4th August in Pond ​I don’t have a very big pond, or that many fish, but every year I struggle to keep it clear. I’ve used a lot of pond clear products, but it always goes back to being murky, green and sometimes milky. What can I do?
Congratulations to our July 2018 Gallery Competition Winner!

Congratulations to our July 2018 Gallery Competition Winner!

1st August in Aquarium Emma will now receive a prize bundle of aquatic goodies from Microbe Lift, worth over £90!
Topical tips – August 18

Topical tips – August 18

1st August in Topical Tips This summer has been a record-breaker and continues to provide tropical temperatures, no matter how ‘cold water’ your fishes may be.
How To Clean a Pond Without Draining the Water

How To Clean a Pond Without Draining the Water

27th July in Pond These days, fully draining a pond in order to clean it is not usually necessary and should only be considered a last resort.
How to use a Pond Vac

How to use a Pond Vac

17th July in Pond ​There are many reasons for the accumulation of sludge at the bottom of the ornamental fish pond.
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