ANATOMY AND BIOLOGY Whatever type of aquarium you choose, a minimal knowledge of the anatomy and biology of the species you are raising is an essential prerequisite. The information below, presented in layman’s language, allows you to keep your fish in good health, in the best possible conditions, to feed them appropriately so that they […]
PUBLIC AQUARIUMS In public aquariums, fishkeeping takes on a new dimension. The general trend is to offer the public extremely large tanks, in which the behavior of the animals reflects as closely as possible what actually goes on in their natural habitat, usually beyond the reach of most people. These “living museums” serve not only […]
The tropical freshwater aquaterrarium These days aquarists are not just concerned with water but often incorporate an adjoining piece of land. Though aquaterrariums are quite tricky to design, the results can often prove spectacular. The aquatic element requires skills similar to traditional aquarium maintenance, while the cultivation of its terrestrial neighbor is not that different […]
SOUTH-EAST ASIA The water in the rivers and streams is acid, sometimes colored, with temperatures often exceeding 25 C. The swamp and marsh areas are shallow, allowing the sun to exert a greater influence, and their water temperature can be higher than 28 C. Natural sites collect rain and floodwater, while the artificial sites consist […]
West Africa is lined with rivers and streams with an acid pH, and temperatures of up to 27°C. The
swampy areas disappear in the dry season, but the fish which frequent them have devised various
strategies to overcome this difficulty: some species, such as the killies, lay eggs which are able to resist
drought.
East Africa is characterized by […]