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Autumn is upon us so its time to start thinking about preparing the pond for the colder months. Use a pond thermometer to monitor the water temperature.

The ultimate aim for any fish pond owner is to be able to view and enjoy their fish. Here’s the Swell UK guide to getting gin-clear pond water.

An effective aquascape is key to a successful reef tank, as it dictates water flow in around the corals, as well as providing them with places to be anchored.

Gouramis are one of the most popular groups of aquarium fish. They are widely available, cheap and offer graceful swimming, colour and a centrepiece fish.

Sterlet and Sturgeon are very popular because of their prehistoric, shark-like looks and the way they stick their noses out of the water.

Corals are marine animals which need light, water and food but if you’ve got all that and they’re still dying, here’s what to look for and remedy.

Flowerhorn cichlids are hybrid Central American cichlids, also known as Louhan in Asia. One or more of the original parent species was Amphilophus trimaculatus.

Rainbowfish are tropical freshwater fish so named because of the variety of bright colours displayed by mature males.

Everyone knows that Common plecs and Oscars get big, but there are several other, commonly sold species that also belong to the foot-long club.