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Why You Shouldn’t Order Fish Online
Last Updated: September 12, 2025In our knowledge base articles we have now covered a wide range of concerns about fishkeeping, particularly online shopping. In this article, we will highlight the cons of ordering fish online and why you shouldn’t do it. You can’t see the fish you’re buying When you order online, you have the handicap of not being...
Why is the biOrb filtration system unique?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025Reef One aquariums use multi-stage filtration to ensure the water remains in the best condition, creating and maintaining an environment which is safe for fish and other inhabitants. The unique cartridge based filtration system inside all biOrbs and biUbes has been specifically designed to effectively and safely eliminate the organic waste produced by fish and...
What to expect when ordering fish online
Last Updated: September 12, 2025Once upon a time, online ordering of fish was ruled by just a handful of websites, making the decisions restricted, but easy. Nowadays, there’s a vast range to choose from and as many businesses all competing for your custom, but few knowing exactly what to expect when ordering fish online. But is it such a...
What is the best food for African Cichlids?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025High protein foods are not recommended for most African Cichlids as they struggle to break them down due largely to the long intestines the fish have. African Cichlids are mainly vegetarian so we recommend spirulina based foods which they can easily digest. One of the foods we stock specifically for African Cichlids are the Vitalis...
What Is A Bloodworm? (and what are they for?)
Last Updated: September 12, 2025What Are Bloodworms? The most common question we get at the start of any conversation with customers is ‘What is a Bloodworm?’. Bloodworms are a type of larvae found in freshwater pools and ponds and are typically farmed around the north east coast of America. Bloodworms are a popular food for freshwater fish worldwide and...
What filter is best for an African cichlid tank?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025There are many filters presently available on the market that can be used in African Cichlid aquariums. African cichlids grow to a reasonable size and have extremely healthy appetites. Because of this we always recommend an external canister filter. These filters are larger in size than other forms of filtration and can hold a greater...
Surviving or thriving?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025One of our favourite sayings, and something we practice here at Shirley Aquatics Reptiles, is thriving over surviving. But what do we mean by this? What is thriving over surviving? Survival is defined as the state of continuing to live or exist despite danger or difficulty. With our work alongside the RSCPA and other private...
How to tell you’re ready for a large aquarium
Last Updated: September 12, 2025A large aquarium may seem like a pipedream or a luxury you cannot afford. It may surprise you to realise, however, that a large tank is often much more economical than you might think – and the best option for you There comes a time in fishkeepers’ lives when they just run out of space....
How do I know which tropical fish can mix?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025The vast array of tropical freshwater fish we hold on our section could make choosing the correct species a confusing task, however at Shirley Aquatics we have tried to make this job as easy as possible by incorporating a simple traffic light system. This system is broken down into three categories: Green – Community species....
How do I go about moving my aquarium?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025Moving your aquarium can be a strenuous task, however, with a little planning, careful lifting and the proper tools, the job can be done with little stress to you and your fish. Following these basic tips will help ensure a smooth and stress-free move. Moving Fish and Specimens If you are moving your aquarium within...
How do I feed frozen bloodworm to a fish?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025Our Do’s and Don’ts for feeding frozen bloodworm to your 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...
Are Coldwater Fish Easier To Keep Than Tropicals?
Last Updated: September 12, 2025It’s the question that’s almost as old as the hobby itself. Many people who want to get into fishkeeping do so because they believe that fish are an easy, low maintenance pet they just need to feed once in a while. And many think that the easiest way to keep fish is by keeping it...
What Is A Bloodworm? (and what are they for?)
Last Updated: September 11, 2025What Are Bloodworms? The most common question we get at the start of any conversation with customers is ‘What is a Bloodworm?’. Bloodworms are a type of larvae found in freshwater pools and ponds and are typically farmed around the north east coast of America. Bloodworms are a popular food for freshwater fish worldwide and...
What filter is best for an African cichlid tank?
Last Updated: September 11, 2025There are many filters presently available on the market that can be used in African Cichlid aquariums. African cichlids grow to a reasonable size and have extremely healthy appetites. Because of this we always recommend an external canister filter. These filters are larger in size than other forms of filtration and can hold a greater...
The Shirley Aquatics guide to STENDKER discus keeping – Part 1.
Last Updated: September 11, 2025What are discus? Everything you need to know before you buy STENDKER discus. STENDKER announced earlier this year that their world-renowned Discus breeding programme will come to an end by the end of 2022. This news has rocked the tropical fish-keeping community as these iterations of these beautiful fish are by far the most hardy,...
The Shirley Aquatics guide to STENDKER discus fishkeeping. Part 2.
Last Updated: September 11, 2025The perfect Discus environment, community fish, breeding and medicating. Discus are some of the most beautiful tropical fish you can keep. They’re very popular with experienced fish keepers but can represent a bit of a challenge for inexperienced hobbyists. This guide aims to outline all of the considerations that need to be followed for the...