The diminutive smalleye pigmy shark (Squaliolus aliae), whilst only reaching a maximum length of only 22cm, do remarkably well surviving attacks from predators. Silhouetted against weak light penetrating from the surface, the tiny sharks should be most at risk from predators approaching from below. However, Julien Claes from Université catholique de Louvain, Belgium, explains that the minute sharks have evolved a handy trick. Their… Read More ›

As you are no doubt aware, here at Aquarium House we bring together the best prices for fish tanks and aquarium supplies on the net by showcasing products from many leading suppliers and manufacturers.

This is the first in a series of articles which looks at some of these suppliers in a little more detail and, hopefully, in turn gives you a better feel for the quality of… Read More ›

Not sure whether your new fish can live happily together without tearing chunks out of each other?

Take a look at this Saltwater Fish Compatability Chart and you'll be able to plan your tank knowing that there will be bliss and harmony throughout your little kingdom!!!

These are, of course, general guidelines only as each fish is unique and has it's own personality but it should give you an idea of what to look for and expect.

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Our friends at LovePets.co.uk are running another of their fantastic promotions. You can now benefit from free Postage & Packing on all orders up until midnight on the 21stDecember 2011. This offer isn't just limited to aquarium supplies. It applies to any and all of the goods that they supply so why not make the most of it in the run up to Christmas and stock up on all of your pet supplies for the New Year!!!

As mentioned above, this is a limited period offer that… Read More ›

Following on from my previous article about the very good small or starter aquarium, the Juwel Rio 125, I thought that I would review an equally popular alternative, the Fluval Roma 125 in a similar style to the Juwel review so that any would be buyers will have a like for like comparison of what are probably the 2 most popular aquariums of this size.

I'll begin with a little about the company that manufacture the tank.

Fluval are… Read More ›