Author Archives: CU Aquatics Team

Types of Mystery Snails: Best Colours for Aquariums

When comparing types of mystery snails, remember that listing names often describe a snail’s appearance [...]

Types of Nerite Snails: Best Species for Clean Tanks

When comparing types of nerite snails, the most colourful shell may not be the best [...]

Carnival Crab Care: Essential Setup & Feeding Guide

Carnival crab care starts with identifying the crab, because the name can refer to animals [...]

Lemon Cichlid Care Guide: Setup, Diet & Tank Mates

A lemon cichlid’s brilliant yellow colour may catch your eye, but the right territory is [...]

Yellow Panchax Care: Essential Tank & Diet Guide

Yellow Panchax care starts with understanding the fish’s life at the water’s surface, where it [...]

Types of Barbs: Best Species for Community Tanks

When comparing types of barbs, colour may catch your eye, but it’s a poor guide [...]

Best Plecos for Small Tanks: Top Dwarf Species

Choosing the best plecos for small tanks takes more than comparing fish by their size [...]

Types of Caridina Shrimp: Best Species for Your Tank

The brightest Caridina shrimp isn’t automatically the best match for your aquarium. Colour may catch [...]

Staghorn Nerite Snail Care Guide: Tank Setup & Diet

A spotless-looking aquarium can be a poor home for a staghorn nerite. With little algae [...]

Types of Gourami: Top Species for Community Tanks

When comparing Honey Dwarf Gourami with other types of gourami, colour is only one part [...]