Practical Fishkeeping Magazine.

23/07/2025

An award winning aquatic shop will soon close its doors for the last time. We say goodbye to Maidenhead Aquatics at Truro.

An award winning aquatic shop will soon close its doors for the last time. Alex says goodbye to Maidenhead Aquatics at Truro.

21/07/2025

Zoas come in an array of beautiful colours and patterns, and they are fairly hardy as corals go. This makes them an ideal option for beginners just stating out in the marine hobby, but also a prized coral for experienced reefers.

Read more about zoas on our website: https://practical.fish/zoas

19/07/2025

If you could only ever keep one species of dwarf cichlid for the rest of your life, which would you choose and why?

Bonus points for anyone that supplies a photo in the comments!

18/07/2025

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17/07/2025

The August issue of Practical Fishkeeping is out now! Cast your vote in the 2025 Readers’ Poll, dive into an African biotope, ID koi in your pond, meet the Urchin clingfish, PLUS check out our usual reviews and much more.

Get your copy now: https://practical.fish/August2025

17/07/2025

The Practical Fishkeeping Readers' Poll is BACK for 2025! Have your say and vote for your favourite UK aquatics & local fish stores. Give them some much deserved recognition and give a shout-out to your unsung heroes.

Head to https://practical.fish/Readers_Poll2025 to vote now!

Voting ends 15/10/2025 at 23:59 BST

16/07/2025

To fix cloudy water in an aquarium, you first need to understand what is causing it as treatment varies depending on cause.

You can read our guide to the causes, and solutions to cloudy fish tank here: https://practical.fish/cloudyaquarium

14/07/2025

Mandarins are one of the most beautiful, and colourful fish in the hobby. But did you know it is possible to breed them in captivity? Aquacultured mandarins are more likely to accept frozen and prepared foods meaning there is a higher chance of success.

Read more about keeping and breeding mandarins here: https://practical.fish/mandarindragonet

12/07/2025

We love reading about our favourite hobby in the summer sunshine.

Remember to buy your copy of Practical Fishkeeping so you have something to read on holiday! You can order the latest issue here: https://practical.fish/July2025

10/07/2025

We'd all love to make some money from our hobby, but breeding fish is often not the way to go. However, if your heart is set on it, here are 6 good options to try breeding at home: https://practical.fish/Valuefishtobreed