Barley Straw: How does it tackle Algae?

Barley Straw: How does it tackle Algae?

Algae
Remember, barley straw is a preventive method of algae control, not an algae killer, so a good result from barley treatment would be less algae returning the following year. To remove large algae blooms, always use a direct treatment method and only use barley to supplement the process.
Barley Straw: How does it tackle Algae?

Barley Straw: How does it tackle Algae?

Algae
Remember, barley straw is a preventive method of algae control, not an algae killer, so a good result from barley treatment would be less algae returning the following year. To remove large algae blooms, always use a direct treatment method and only use barley to supplement the process.
Did You Know? Seahorses

Did You Know? Seahorses

Did you know?
Seahorses are marine fish, and thus need the highest water quality and suitable filtration if kept in captive aquaria - they are not something that can be placed in an existing marine aquarium with other fish.
What is a Blackwater Aquarium?

What is a Blackwater Aquarium?

Aquariums
While many brackish aquariums do give the appearance of a blackwater habitat, the phrase 'blackwater' simply refers to a type of freshwater aquarium that is characterized by its tinted, tea-colored water.
Fantasy Fish AI: Fancy Cichlid

Fantasy Fish AI: Fancy Cichlid

Cichlids
This time around we asked AI to "show me an African cichlid cross-bred with a fancy goldfish swimming in an aquarium" and this is what we got. African Cichlids are hugely popular, as are fancy goldfish.
How to Help a Dog that is Afraid of Thunder

How to Help a Dog that is Afraid of Thunder

Dogs
Because of the difficulties treating thunderstorm phobia, it is always recommended to speak with your veterinarian first. Calming medication for dogs can help, but so can a referral to a trainer or pet behavioural expert.
Fantasy Fish AI: Golden (Blue) Acara

Fantasy Fish AI: Golden (Blue) Acara

Cichlidae
This time around we asked AI to create an image of "create a blue acara cichlid with golden scales swimming in an aquarium" and this is what we got. We would get many requests in the shop for "golden" fish.
Fantasy Fish AI: Nanochromis transvestitus

Fantasy Fish AI: Nanochromis transvestitus

Cichlidae
This blog originates from experiments to produce accurate images of actual fish species, many of which went horribly wrong! Maybe we should call it 'mutant AI fish experiments'...?
Fantasy Fish AI: The West African Dwarf Cichlid

Fantasy Fish AI: The West African Dwarf Cichlid

Cichlidae
As anyone who has tangled with AI to produce specific blogs images or text will know, in its current form and without the correct prompting AI doesn't always quite produce what you need.
Caring for Feral Cats and Strays

Caring for Feral Cats and Strays

Cats
Taking the decision to care for a feral cat, or a stray cat as we know them, is a huge responsibility not to be taken lightly. It can be a hard, long term commitment, but if you are an experienced cat owner you can experience some real reward in taking in a stray.
Aquatic Oddities: Trickle the Ivories

Aquatic Oddities: Trickle the Ivories

Aquariums
Here is an exquisite antique piano / working aquarium spotted in Gateway Antiques, Burford, a delightful antiques shop in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. Someone has had the genius idea of embedding a fish tank into an old piano.
Aquatic Oddities: Fishy Artwork, Tintagel

Aquatic Oddities: Fishy Artwork, Tintagel

Aquatic Oddities

In this article, we picture some fish-themed artwork spotted at a craft fair, at the Old Post Office (National Trust) in the Cornish village of Tintagel. These pieces would have hung rather well in our offices! We love a bit of fish art.