In the beginning, there was carbon. Literally. This is one of the universe's most important elements. It forms the backbone o … Read more

Today in the Koi Corner (we're refusing the misspelling alliteration opportunity there) we've rounded the corner into summert … Read more

We're big fans of ultraviolet sterilization in all our displays, from full blown reef tanks to planted freshwater aquariums, … Read more

Once again, it's time to Summerize! No, we don't mean summarize; if getting ready for winter means winterizing, then getting … Read more

Everyone wants a school of fish for their aquarium, and with good reason. A vibrant school of fish swimming in unison is a me … Read more

The True Parrot Cichlid (Hoplarchus psittacus) is an interesting fish, and sooner or later we'll get around to writing an art … Read more

The Betta Fish, also commonly called the Siamese Fighting Fish, is among the oldest domesticated fish in the world; There are … Read more

A while back, we did a series of testing aquarium parameters for beginners, and well, if you started then, you are no longer … Read more

We have an excellent selection of tissue cultured plants here at Aquatropic. A large portion of you have heard enough and are … Read more