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Australia is well known for its unconventional animals. Colin Dunlop meets a curious and shy fish that could make for a great species-only set-up.
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Indian extremes
In a country with such diverse habitats, India has its fair share of aquarium suitable species. Tom Ackrill looks at two lesser-seen delights to try.
THE REALITIES OF WILD DISCUS
Some fish seem more prone to attracting half-truths and fictions, and discus are up there as some of the worst. Max Pedley highlights some of the more pernicious myths.
TANGANYIKANS WITH A TWIST
If you’ve a large enough tank and want a Rift Valley cichlid with unique feeding and breeding behaviour, Chris Sergeant has just the fish for you.
THE LESSER LIONS
One lionfish species hogs all the limelight, and that isn’t fair. There are plenty of nicer lions out there, and they don’t come with the same baggage.
Small-scale sucker mouths
Today’s aquarist wants a pint-sized solution to algae outbreaks, but are these tiny catfish all they’re made out to be? Josh Saunders explains.
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ASK THE AQUASCAPER
Recently, Jordan Stirrat had the opportunity to visit South Africa, where he presented two aquascaping workshops. Here, he recalls the standout questions from his Q&A sessions with plant enthusiasts.
The STINKY REMEDY?
Much confusion surrounds garlic, and what it can and cannot do for our aquaria. Tim Smith offers some insights into fishkeeping’s beloved bulb.
The sweetest Ancistrus
Want more from bristlenose than a brown blob that hides a lot? Elliott Ball presents a gorgeous alternative that hides a lot.
GEAR BOOK REVIEW
Offering our thoughts on fishy literature.
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