https://lagonia.org/categories/fish-care/ Recent content in Fish Care on Lagonia Hugo en-gb Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:14:00 +0200 https://lagonia.org/posts/nerite-snail-care/ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:14:00 +0200 https://lagonia.org/posts/nerite-snail-care/ Nerite snails are the best algae eaters in freshwater, and they need hard, mineral-rich water to keep their shells healthy. Why hard tap suits them perfectly, what they eat, the harmless white eggs, and why they will not overrun your tank. https://lagonia.org/posts/molly-fish-care/ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:13:00 +0200 https://lagonia.org/posts/molly-fish-care/ Mollies want warm, hard, alkaline water, which makes them one of the best fish for the very hard tap so many of us are stuck with. Tank size, water parameters, diet, tank mates and the truth about the dreaded shimmies. https://lagonia.org/posts/quarantine-new-fish/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200 https://lagonia.org/posts/quarantine-new-fish/ Why a cheap bare-bottom quarantine tank pays for itself, the minimum kit you need, what to watch for over 2 to 4 weeks, and how to acclimatise new fish. https://lagonia.org/posts/feeding-aquarium-fish/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200 https://lagonia.org/posts/feeding-aquarium-fish/ Overfeeding is the number one beginner mistake. How much fish actually need, sensible feeding schedules, fasting days, and why excess food drives ammonia and algae.