The May 2009 issue of Practical Fishkeeping is on sale now. Focus on mbuna: Easy to keep, Malawi cichlids are fun fish that try to trick you into overfeeding them. Mary Bailey explains more. The incredible lake: When Jeremy Gay spent two weeks with the Marine Conservation Society in Sri Lanka he experienced his own unforgettable journey of discovery. Special cases: Although popular oddballs, dwarf puffers are finicky about diet and maintenance. They aren’t community fish either so set up an exclusive tank if you want some, warns Neale Monks. Your Tanks: We take an in-depth look at Glen Gardiner’s awesome reef set-up. Subscribe: Get a free Nutrafin Mini Master test kit and accessories... Read more»

The May 2009 issue of Practical Fishkeeping magazine is on sale from March 18 to April 14 2009. Great Planted Tanks: One of Europe’s most prolific and talented aquascapers talks to George Farmer. Get Into Fishkeeping: Dr Neale Monks details the most common teething problems facing the newcomer. Marvels of the Aru: In the first of a two-part series, Heiko Bleher traces the history and previous discoveries of fish on Indonesian islands as part of his latest adventure. Rising to the challenge: Patrick Verstraeten’s efforts to breed Satanoperca daemon have so far been doomed. But the story holds promise… Back to Basics: Nuisance algae are perhaps the planted tank owner’s... Read more»