I have a single spotted raphael that I have had for about a year. They don't get too big but they grow fast. Mine went from about an inch and a half to over 4 inches in about 6 months. I have read several times how they like to dig, but mine has never shown the slightest interest in digging or ...

try some frog-bit if you can find it. It is attractive and easy to keep under control. I agree with the other folks on water lettuce. It is attractive and easy to grow. One warning though: it needs bright light to do well. This is great if you have it right near the hood lamp, but if it isn't ...

A small school of Brochis would also do a pretty good job of ploughing. Mine root around constantly, but really go crazy when I give them some black worms. Banjos definitely are great too, they just tend to dig down and stay put for a while. They are hard to find sometimes, but hassar cats will root ...

If anyone has any infor or experience with breeding banjos I would love to hear from you and any copies of articles that anyone could pass along would be great. I think I have a female and a male. Has anyone else noticed dorsal fin differences in their banjos? My two largest were bought at the same ...

I have been using sand for years in my tanks and never had any problems. A few notes: CLEAN YOUR SAND BEFORE IT GOES IN YOUR TANK!!!! If you have a backyard and waterhose this is easy but really clean it for a long time. If you have to do this in a bathtub or shower (as I do these days), it is going ...

I just purchased two Hassar (notospilus?) cats this weekend and would love to hear any hints you have. Mine seem to be healthy and happy, but I am a little worried about feeding. I haven't seen them taking any food yet and just want to make sure I am offering fare they would be interested in. So far ...