The concept of biotypic aquariums is rarely, if ever, replicated in the reef hobby. While biotopes are common amongst freshwater hobbyists, the reef community seems to be lacking in this

In this episode, Ben hosts with a series of questions about the hobby’s perceptions; with special guest Johnathon Butkus! We often notice trends or generalities in the aquarium hobby. Ben

This week’s podcast is a long requested episode: a thorough guide to common freshwater fish diseases. Here at Water Colors we’ve helped and dealt with a huge variety of  illnesses

In this episode, the Water Colors Team answers questions submitted by the gallery staff! Our team members hold nothing back, and ask some hard hitting questions. Some of these even

This episode is dedicated to the hottest fish around! The Water Colors team lists their top 5 aquarium fish that like it hot, we’re talking 85 degrees F (29 C) and

In this episode, the team is revisiting the famous rift lakes of Africa to rank their top 5 Rift Lake cichlids! These are some of the most well known and

The genus Cryptocoryne. From easy to easier. The episode is an introduction to plants from the genus Cryptocoryne. What are some of the available and not so available varieties and

This episode is a discussion on the difficult, yet necessary topic of conservation in the aquarium hobby. The Water Colors team, with special guest and staff member Calder Burton, have

What fish are safe to keep in your beloved shrimp tank? It’s hard to resist the urge to add fish to a shrimp colony, but many species will turn your

In this episode, the Water Colors team discusses their top 5 picks for livebearing fish. Many of these wild type livebearers are certainly specialty fish, meaning they are often hard