Knowledge Base
Shirley Aquatics has a vast knowledge base to help you care for your aquatic life. Learn more about how to appropriately care for your aquatic life from our online articles and downloadable guides.
Knowledge Articles
Top 10 Tips for Perfect Koi Keeping
Shirley Aquatics top 10 tips for perfect koi keeping conditions. From koi food and pond plants, to ideal pond filters and pond design! Everything you need to know to make sure you’re giving your pride and koi (sorry) the best possible care.
Ponds – Top 5 most overlooked pond pointers
We’ve all felt it. The excitement, the giddiness. You have a new project. You will be the proud owner of a pond. So many things to think about – what marginal pond plants will I have? What fish will I keep in my pond? Am I really ready to tackle Koi? Is the fountain of […]
How much should I feed my pet reptile?
The species of reptile you own will dictate how much and what you should be feeding, for example: A hatchling bearded dragon – omnivore: Live insects up to 10 per portion 4-5 times per week Leafy greens and salad 1 per week Fruit or flower treat 1 feed per week An adult bearded dragon (12 […]
Top 5 OASE pond products.
OASE are considered by many to be the last word in water gardening. Here are our Top 5 favourite OASE products we stock and use ourselves!
How often should I do Water Changes?
Like the majority of fishkeeping, there are lots of different opinions online about water changes. All we can do is tell you what works best for us in the form of questions regularly asked….
How to look after Pond Lilies?
Lilies are an attractive addition to any pond. They produce a beautiful flower and their pads offer great shade for your fish and wildlife, offering somewhere to hide from predators. The shading a lily provides can also help with the prevention of algae!
The ultimate short guide to pond plants
Marginal, deepwater, and oxygenator plants are an essential element of any pond. Here is our short guide to get you started!
What is the best food to keep my Koi and Pond Fish healthy?
It’s important to keep your fish healthy and happy. In this article we give you our recommendation on which foods will help you do that.
How Good is the Triton Method?
Triton, does this live up to its godly name and produce the natural haven we all desire in our Reef Aquariums?
What is the best Rimless Aquarium?
Rimless aquariums have become extremely popular. Rimless aquariums use thicker glass on the back and sides. Here is our favourite.
Using Natural Sea Water in Reef Aquariums
Opinions generally fall into two categories, those that have seen dramatic improvement in their setup & those who are worried about pollution.
Fish and the winter time blues..aka..what food should I be feeding my pond fish?
Fish are cold-blooded, as the water temperature drops so does their metabolism. They swim around less, breathe less and eat less.
How can I get rid of Blanket weed in my pond?
Blanket weed or string Algae is a nightmare! It looks horrible, it traps debris and bacteria and can be lethal to fish like Sturgeon.
WINTER IS COMING!
As Winter approaches there are some important facts you need to know to keep your pond healthy through the next few months.
How do I feed frozen bloodworm to a fish?
If you, like so many others out there, have opted to feed your fish frozen bloodworm, then here is a helpful guide that advises not only the necessary steps, but also reasons as to why we recommend this food choice, and the risks that apply when following alternative methods.
What is the best thermostat for my heat source?
Thermostats are one of the most important pieces of equipment that you will need for your reptile. If used correctly, they will stop your vivarium from overheating and will keep the vivarium at a constant required temperature. There are a few different types of thermostat readily available, these are: Pulse proportional thermostat These are made […]
What is the best heating for my turtle?
The best heating for your turtle will depend on the species of turtle you wish to keep. Basking species such as:  Map turtles  River cooters  Golden thread turtles Will require a specified basking spot where they can haul out of the water to warm up and absorb ultraviolet radiation (UV). For this […]
What is the best food to feed a Crested Gecko?
Crested geckos are omnivorous lizards found in subtropical forests in New Caledonia. They are small, charming lizards that can be handled and have a docile temperament. A large part of their natural diet is nectar, pollen, and fruit. This can be replicated in a captive setting by using prepared diets such as Repashy. Repashy will […]
What is the best supplement for my reptile?
Our recommended supplements are: Pro Rep Calci Dust Exo Terra Calcium Reptile Systems Calcium Ultra Vetark Nutrobal Reptile Systems Vit-a-min Baby Lizards: Need 5 feeds per week. Calci dust 3-4 times a week and Vitamin/mineral/D3 supplement once a week. For example hatchling bearded dragons will require more frequent feeds due to their phenomenal growth rate […]
Koi Health-Why are my koi getting fat stomachs?
Koi do not have stomachs, just a digestive tract. The “fat belly “appearance is caused by feeding a poor quality food which is high in carbohydrates and poorly balanced ingredients. The fat builds up around the internal organs and can lead to health problems, such as heart attacks. Feed Saki Multiseason, a high quality, balanced […]
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