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Merry Christmas from all at Real Aquatics! Being an online business we will continue to fulfil orders throughout the festive period, subject to courier delivery schedules.

Learn how to properly cycle an aquarium filter before adding fish — a quick, step-by-step trust-builder for healthy tanks in just 2 minutes. This video covers fishless cycling, establishing beneficial bacteria, monitoring ammonia.

The "Elton John" crustacean, Leucothoe eltoni, was initially discovered in the coral reefs of Raja Ampat in Indonesia. Researchers behind the study were later contacted by scientists in Hawaii, where L. eltoni had arrived as an invasive species.

Well distributed around our coast and at times present in large numbers, in times past they were only landed by fishermen when all other fish were scarce and fetched only a few pence per stone. Dogfishes are commonly sold as 'Rock Salmon' in your local chippy.

They measure no more than about an inch in size, and can be found crawling over and feeding on columns of sea-anemones. The life expectancy of a sea spider is usually about a year.

Hikari is a globally trusted name in aquatic nutrition, renowned for its scientifically formulated fish foods that cater to the unique dietary needs of species across freshwater, marine, and ornamental categories.

With its shimmering bronze body, bold black lateral stripe, and golden-edged fins, it’s a visual standout in any tropical aquarium. Often mistaken for its close cousin, the Siamese Algae Eater, the Flying Fox brings both beauty and utility to planted tanks — especially for aquarists battling stubborn algae.

Compare Neon Tetras and Cardinal Tetras to find the perfect schooling fish for your aquarium. Learn differences in care, colour, and compatibility.

Decode the fascinating behaviour of Betta fish. Learn what flaring, hiding, and bubble nests mean—and how to keep your Betta happy.