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A Beginner’s Guide to Freshwater Plants
Plants are a great addition to nearly any freshwater set up. They provide natural hiding places for fish, remove waste from the water, and add natural beauty to the aquarium. There is a huge range of difficulty between the many species of plants that we carry at The Ocean Floor and it’s good to...
Apistogramma: Dwarf Cichlids
An Introduction Apistogrammas are enchanting little fish with bold colors and bolder personalities! Nicknamed affectionately as “Apistos”, they are known as being part of the “Dwarf Cichlid” family, a loosely defined term used by fishkeeping hobbyists to describe small-sized fish from the family...
Best Saltwater Aquarium Fish For Beginners
Are you interested in starting a saltwater aquarium but not sure where to start or what fish to get? In this post, we’ll explain the 20 best saltwater aquarium fish for beginners. Most of the time, the best saltwater fish for beginners include: Inexpensive varietiesHardy fish such as a...
Saltwater Coral for Beginners—20 of the Best Corals to Grow
If you dream of having your own reef tank, you are not alone. Reef tanks are visually stunning and wildly popular! These miniature landscapes are often what come to mind when it comes to saltwater aquariums. However, getting started with a reef tank is no simple feat! There...
Major Benefits to Owning an Aquarium
From a simple goldfish tank to a full-blown coral reef, aquariums can add a splash of vibrancy to any room. But did you know that owning a fish tank can make you healthier and happier? There are many benefits fish aquariums offer their human owners that may surprise you. Here are five...
Best Freshwater Aquarium Fish Combinations
If you’re looking to add some more variety to your freshwater aquarium, combing various species of fish is a great way to accomplish this. However, you’ll want to make sure those combinations can peacefully live together. Selecting fish species that get along can be a challenge every aquarium...
How To Set Up A Saltwater Aquarium
Setting up a new saltwater aquarium can appear daunting. However, it’s not too hard with our step by step guide and will be worth it once you have added your fish and are free to enjoy it. Although a saltwater aquarium can be a little more expensive than a freshwater aquarium it has a smaller...