Set up a reef aquarium and your lfs will quickly steer you towards soft corals. “Softies” are generally easier to keep than hard corals, less expensive and more tolerant.
Everyone loves a clean tank but a grubby, algae-covered tank can really detract from the beauty of the fish. It can even make you want to give up fishkeeping!
A riot of colour, movement and activity, fish tanks combine nature and science, pets and hobbies, art and past times, and are something everybody can enjoy.
Feeding frequency depends on the type of fish you keep. As a general rule small fish should be fed little and often and larger ones can go longer between meals.
Siamese fighters, or Betta, originate from the warm, fresh waters of Thailand, formerly Siam, and are a favourite for beginner and experienced fishkeepers alike.