Practical Fishkeeping

Practical Fishkeeping is Britain's best-selling fishkeeping publication, filled with species showcases, fishkeeping answers, advice, competitions, amazing features and much more!

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The gems of Lake Turkana • Rubricatochromis exsul are a stunning cichlid that would rival any ruby with its bold red pigmentation. Gabor outlines his experiences when keeping this African species in an aquarium.

FINDING THE REAL HABITAT OF FIGHTING FISH • Most fishkeepers will be able to tell you what a Siamese fighting fish looks like, but not many can tell you about their origins. Rodrigo takes a trip to Thailand to investigate their native habitat.

ACHIEVING THE IMPOSSIBLE A 6-YEAR-OLD PLANTED CICHLID TANK • Aquarium plants and Malawi cichlids don't mix. Or do they? We take a look at a tank that has combined the two perfectly over six years.

Fishkeeping Answers • Got a fishkeeping question? PFK's crack team of aquatics experts are on hand to answer whatever you need to know… Email: questions@practicalfishkeeping.co.uk

Ahoy 'SKIPPER • Mudskippers are instantly recognisable with a face full of character but what species are available? Tim Smith explains how best to maintain these brackish fish at home.

Hello from the Other Side (of the Pond)! • Courtney explores the various differences between the fishkeeping hobby in the UK and how it is experienced in Canada.

SERPENTINE SHOWPIECE • After a rather close encounter, Chris Sergeant developed an affinity to moray eels. But what are they and would they make a good inhabitant for your aquarium?

In search of LITTLE FIRES • Tai explores a habitat in the Araguaia basin, Brazil, while hunting for one of the most iconic nano species in the aquarium trade.

Killer Threats: The Fight to Save Killifish • Killifish feature heavily on SHOAL's Priority Fishes, and those that inhabit the Mediterranean are no different. Michael looks at what's going on to help them.

IDENTIFYING CORYDORADINAE CATFISH SECOND EDITION • Our experts take a look at fishkeeping literature.

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Tailpiece ALEX BELL • Alex outlines why the last month has been so exciting, giving insights into what he has been up to behind the scenes.