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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.

Beyond function, pond liners play a vital role in sustainability. A well-installed liner prevents water loss, reduces the need for top-ups, and supports healthy biological balance by keeping nutrients and beneficial bacteria where they belong.

Native to the Indo-Pacific, these corals thrive in moderate lighting and gentle water flow, making them ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists. At Real Aquatics, we recommend placing Acans on the sand bed or lower rockwork to mimic their natural habitat and prevent light stress.

While leaves in your local forest are unlikely to have come into contact with any herbicides or weed killers, leaves collected in your local park or gardens may well have done. Herbicides can be acutely toxic to aquarium fish, which will exhibit signs of poisoning within minutes.

Ammonia build-up in ponds is a silent killer that can devastate fish populations and destabilize your entire aquatic ecosystem. Whether you're managing a koi pond, wildlife pond, or ornamental water garden, tackling ammonia in a pond is critical.

To reduce ammonia in an aquarium, start by addressing the root causes. Avoid overstocking your tank and feed fish sparingly to prevent excess waste. Regular water changes—typically 25–30% weekly—help dilute toxins and maintain balance.

It can be highly rewarding when your fish start to have babies or lay eggs. The sight of lots of happy and healthy fish fry populating your aquarium can bring a lot of satisfaction and joy, but it can also have its pitfalls.

Master the nitrogen cycle to keep your tropical fish healthy. Learn how ammonia, nitrites and nitrates affect your aquarium ecosystem.