Aquaponics Resources

Assassin Snails: Comprehensive Guide

February 7, 2026 · 3:38 PM

Assassin snails are carnivorous snails from Southeast Asia that prey upon other snails.

The Aquarium Trade's Impact on Wild Freshwater Fish

October 19, 2025 · 3:46 PM

The international aquarium trade contributes to the demise of many species and the conservation of some species.

Self-Awareness in Aquarium Fish

August 14, 2025 · 5:30 PM

Fish are intelligent and sensitive creatures, and many have significant self-awareness.

Turn it Down! How Noise Harms Aquatic Beings

August 11, 2025 · 11:00 PM

Fish and other inhabitants of aquariums are sensitive to noise and too much noise can have a very adverse effect on them.

Ideal Water Conditions for Neocaridina Shrimp

December 8, 2025 · 5:36 PM

Neocaridina shrimp are generally hardy, but do require specific water parameters for longevity and reproduction.

Allelopathy - Are Your Plants Poisoning Each Other?

June 20, 2025 · 11:44 PM

Aquatic plants produce a wide range of chemicals and some of those inhibit the growth of other plants and/or algae.

Magical Water - The Importance of Structured Water

May 25, 2025 · 7:28 PM

Water defies conventional physics, has memory and can be structured to improve its life-giving properties.

Hatching & Growing Brine Shrimp (Artemia) for Fishkeeping and Aquariums

June 6, 2025 · 12:40 PM

Growing brine shrimp is fairly easy when you know how. Here is how.

Refugium for Marine Aquariums: Setup and Maintenance Guide

May 20, 2025 · 6:20 PM

A refugium can be essential to saltwater aquarium water quality for keeping corals and other demanding species, while providing an additional eco-system to enjoy and learn from.

The Importance of SHOAL Conservation Society

May 15, 2025 · 4:10 PM

Freshwater ecosystems are among the most diverse and threatened habitats on Earth, and SHOAL is making a real difference.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Fish of the Week! Podcast

May 15, 2025 · 3:36 PM

Explore America's aquatic wonders with a great podcast from the U.S. federal government.

Hydroponic Nutrients and When to Add Them

March 5, 2025 · 7:15 PM

Even the best Aquaponics systems may be short in some nutrients. Understanding nutrients and when to add them is a key to growing success.

Acrylic vs Glass Aquariums

February 28, 2025 · 8:23 PM

When choosing between acrylic and glass aquariums, each material has its own strengths depending on your needs, budget, and how you plan to use the tank.

Farming

Which Fish Tank?

June 12, 2025 · 12:19 PM

Choosing the right tank/aquarium for aquaponics requires a few considerations.

Freshwater Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle Basics

February 25, 2025 · 4:50 PM

The nitrogen cycle is a crucial biological process in freshwater aquariums that keeps the water safe and healthy for fish and other aquatic life.