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Panda moor goldfish have distinctive black and white colouring, like a panda, and are one of the rare varieties of the species. This colouration is simply a lack of black pigmentation on a black moor goldfish, and can sometimes display flecks of traditional goldfish orange.

Talking Dora Catfish prefer a soft sandy substrate as they like to burrow in sand and soft river bottoms. They like to eat crustaceans such as river shrimp and half-shell clams, and will forage for organic debris. Do not keep with ornamental shrimp or snails, they will eat them! Being nocturnal, they will be more active at night.

There are lots of different types of pond plant to choose from, many serving practical purposes in the pond, while others are simply for pure aesthetics.

This handy guide below will outline the different types of pond plants you can buy to adorn your garden pond.

These catfish originate from South American streams and thrive in well-maintained aquariums with plenty of hiding spots, such as driftwood, plants, and caves. They prefer dim lighting and gentle water movement. Their diet consists of algae wafers, catfish pellets, frozen foods, and vegetable matter like cucumber or kale.

Tropical fish are captivating companions that add a touch of serenity and color to any space. Check out this video to find out why they make the perfect pet!

Do you have tropical fish already, or are you considering getting some? Browse our range of aquarium and fish tank supplies via the category links above!

In this regular blog we ask an AI image creator to produce images or videos of the 'fantasy fish' we would like to keep if we could find or create them. This time around we asked AI to "show me why tropical fish make the perfect pet" and this is what we got.

Samurai gouramis are timid fish that prefer to hide close to the bottom of riverbeds. The fish often blend in with the decaying plant matter around them. In a tank, these fish will behave in similar ways and will need lots of foliage to hide in

When placed in the aquarium, the holiday block gradually dissolves, releasing food particles (typically small pellets) into the water over a set period, typically ranging from a few days to a couple of weeks. If you're planning to use a holiday block or an automated feeder it's a good idea to test it in advance to ensure it suits your aquarium's needs.

Barnacles are essential for ocean ecosystems as they provide habitat for smaller marine life and help with water filtration. However, they can also be a nuisance for sailors due to their tendency to encrust boats and reduce their efficiency by increasing drag. 

In this regular build-up to pond season feature, we detail the best selling and most reliable pond products from last year to inform your purchases for 2025.

Here we detail which pond UV sterilizers proved the most popular and most reliable, based on our own 2024 data.