You may feel a little out of your depth when it comes to keeping fish for the first time, but fish keeping is a rewarding hobby and a great way to unwind.
The Koi carp is a beautifully coloured fish that has steadily grown in popularity in the UK since the late 1960s. Initially bred as a mutant in the rice fields of Japanese farmers.
Once upon a time keeping an aquarium meant that you needed to master water chemistry or sacrifice large amounts of space in your home but times have changed.
The nitrogen cycle is one of the most important concepts in fishkeeping, but it can be difficult to get your head around. Read our easy to follow guide to learn all about it.