As a board-certified fish veterinarian, I am well-versed in the important role a plant-specific substrate plays in supporting aquarium plant growth. Rather than using sand or gravel, these substrates ...

If you’ve ever owned a freshwater aquarium then you’ll know how beautiful they can look with real live aquarium plants. In this article, we’ll look at 21 Popular species of aquarium plants which are ...

Here’s the first thing to understand about the growing hobby of aquascaping: It’s not about the fish. Bit players in a far larger drama, fish are mere decorative details for aquascapers who blend art ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Adding live plants to your aquarium isn’t just about aesthetics ...

Drinda Jacobson of Joshua also keeps a 65-gallon rimless tank, in addition to her 95-gallon version. The fish are Congo tetras. Luis Navarro, lives in Houston, created a lush composition of Java fern ...