Aquarium Care Guides

How to breed medaka ricefish at home: telling males from females, the right light and temperature, collecting eggs, and raising fry.

A simple guide to the most popular medaka strains, what words like lame and Miyuki mean, and which strains are best for beginners and collectors.

How to keep medaka ricefish in a tank or patio bowl, the best water temperature, what to feed, and good tankmates.

What to feed Flowerhorn cichlids for color and kok growth, how often to feed, and common feeding mistakes.

The difference between Caridina and Neocaridina shrimp, their water needs, and which is best for beginners.

How much aquarium salt to add for goldfish, how to measure 3000 ppm, and when not to use salt.

Simple signs to tell male and female goldfish apart, and why it is hard to tell on young fish.

The best water temperature for Thai-bred fancy goldfish, whether you need a heater, and how to keep the tank steady.

What causes swim bladder problems in fancy goldfish and how to fix and prevent them.

A simple step-by-step plan for setting up a healthy tank for fancy goldfish.

How to care for Lionchu goldfish, from gentle filtration to feeding and wen care.

How to keep Oranda goldfish healthy, with tips on tank size, food, and caring for the wen.

Everything a new owner needs to keep a betta healthy, from tank size to heater to feeding.

How to spot ich, treat it, and keep it from coming back in your tank.

How much water to change, how often, and how to do it safely.

Why floating plants help your tank and how to care for Water Spangles.

How live fish are packed, when they ship, and what to do the day they arrive. Includes our DOA policy.

How to keep Ranchu healthy, from gentle filtration to feeding to preventing swim bladder trouble.

Everything a new owner needs to keep angelfish healthy, from tank height to tank mates.

The nitrogen cycle explained in plain language, with a simple fishless cycling plan.

Tank size, water, food, and behavior basics for new flowerhorn owners.

Deciding between a Ranchu, Oranda, or Lionchu goldfish? Discover the unique traits, care needs, and physical differences of these fancy goldfish breeds to choose the perfect aquatic companion for your aquarium.

A hands-on guide to keeping female bettas together, from tank size to stopping aggression early.

How to keep Red Devil angelfish red, plus how to tell healthy color from stress or illness.

What makes Leopard angelfish rare and how to care for them.

A guide to the rarest and most colorful angelfish varieties.

Fancy goldfish are beloved for their unique beauty, vibrant colors, and diverse shapes. At Garage Aquatics, we specialize in premium fancy goldfish sourced directly from Thailand, where breeders produce some of the finest goldfish in the world. In this blog, discover the most popular types of fancy goldfish, what makes them special, and expert care tips to keep them thriving. Whether you're a seasoned aquarist or just starting, learn why Thai-bred goldfish are a stunning addition to any aquarium.