Water Colors Aquarium Gallery

Water Colors Aquarium Gallery

Water Colors Aquarium Gallery

Episodes 273
Avg. Duration 1h 24m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (99)
Since May 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Outreach Signals

Features Guests

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
79%
Hosting
watercolorsaquariumgallery.com

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Ben, owner of Water Colors Aquarium Gallery in Grand Rapids, MI is joined by his store managers Amy and Charles to discuss the aquarium hobby.

Social Media

Explore Statistics

Recent Episodes

270. Lost Episode – Top 5 Green Fish

Jun 06, 2026 1h 24m

Happy late or early St. Patty’s Day! This week’s episode was temporarily lost but is now found. Enjoy Ben, Amy and Calder talk about their top 5 favorite green fish, some of which may surprise…

269. Water Color’s Next Step – Breeder Lab Brainstorm

May 29, 2026 1h 42m

This week’s podcast is a little different than most… This week, we invite you to sit down and brainstorm some ideas for our breeder lab remodel with Ben, Amy, and Maddy. Our tenative plan is to work…

268. Interview with Andrej Spec: Rare Plants, Fish Rooms, and More!

May 22, 2026 2h 4m

The Water Colors team gathers around the table with special guest, Andrej Spec, to talk about aquarium plants. Andrej shares his aquarium journey and how he quickly went from hobbyist to passionate…

267. Live at 2026 KilliKarnival

May 15, 2026 48m

Thank you to everyone who listened to our live talk! Ben, Amy, Calder and Maddy had an awesome time and are looking forward to next year. In this talk, we cover how / where to get killifish, their…

266. Top 5 Mexican Species

May 08, 2026 1h 38m

In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, the Water Colors team talks about Mexico and some of their favorite species endemic to the North American continent. With such an interesting evolutionary history, it…

265. 2026 KilliKarnival Recap

May 05, 2026 1h 21m

Amy, Ben and Calder come together after a fantastic time at KilliKarnival 2026. They had a blast at the live talk and so much fun meeting fellow listeners and fish enthusiasts alike. This week’s…

264. Killifish Month Wrap-Up

Apr 24, 2026 1h 20m

As Killifish Month comes to a close, the team wraps up loose ends and reiterates some important points. The topics include; what it takes to survive as a male, male vs. female hatching ratios,…

263. “Switch Hitter” Spawning Killifish

Apr 17, 2026 1h 9m

In this episode, the Water Colors Team gather around the table to talk about “switch hitting” killifish. In other words, killifish that can mop spawn and substrate spawn. They discuss different…

262. South American Annual Killifish

Apr 16, 2026 1h 21m

The team dives into much more than just South American Killifish this episode. They discuss the Lacey Act and the native fish of Brazil, sustainable collection like Project Piaba, killifish diapause…

261. Top 5 African Killifish (excluding Nothobranchius)

Apr 04, 2026 1h 35m

This episode is all about African killifish excluding the Nothobranchius genus. The Water Colors team tackles their favorite, unique, and rare killifish that aren’t talked about enough in the hobby.…

260. Top 5 Loaches

Mar 27, 2026 1h 19m

This episode is all about loaches! The Water Colors team sits down to discuss their top 5 species, detailing their care, behavior, native habitats, and more. Loaches come in all sort of shapes,…

259. Top 5 Micro Cyprinids

Mar 20, 2026 1h 26m

Cyprinidae is the largest family of freshwater fish, which makes it quite challenging to narrow down a top 5 list! In this episode, the Water Colors hosts attempt to do just that, by selecting their…

258. Listener Questions February 2026

Mar 13, 2026 1h 53m

We’re back with one of our favorite episode formats – answering listener submitted questions! These episodes are livestreamed at the time of recording on our YouTube channel – consider joining our…

257. Blackwater Botanicals

Mar 06, 2026 1h 7m

Leaves, cones, seedpods and more! In this episode, the Water Colors team discusses botanicals, and how to use them in your aquariums. There are loads of benefits to adding these to your tank,…

256. Betta Coccina Complex

Feb 27, 2026 1h 23m

Continuing Blackwater Month, we’re back to discuss the Betta coccina complex! This complex contains arguably some of the greatest wild betta species known to the hobby. These are true blackwater gems…

255. Top 5 Fish Improved by Blackwater

Feb 20, 2026 1h 59m

Continuing the blackwater aquarium theme, the hosts discuss their top 5 fish picks that look incredible in stained water. To learn all about blackwater aquariums, refer to our previous episode (254.…

254. Intro to Blackwater Aquariums

Feb 13, 2026 1h 15m

There’s a new trend taking the hobby by storm – blackwater tanks! These aquariums often have a stained appearance, with water resembling tea. They frequently are designed with lots of leaf litter and…

253. The Myth of the No Maintenance Aquarium

Feb 06, 2026 1h 45m

For as long as aquariums have existed, there have been hobbyists looking for ways to avoid maintenance. From misleading products to “experts” online, there are numerous sources that give hobbyists…

252. Developments in the Marine Hobby

Jan 30, 2026 1h 37m

In this episode, we welcome back Charles to discuss changes and trends in the marine aquarium hobby. Comparing livestock lists through the years, the hosts make note of species that have fallen out…

251. Guppy Strains

Jan 23, 2026 1h 22m

In this episode, the Water Colors team discusses guppy strains and the history associated with some of the famous strains we all know and love. Guppies are one of the oldest, most well-known fish in…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Water Colors Aquarium Gallery have?

Water Colors Aquarium Gallery has published 273 episodes since May 2020, covering topics in Hobbies, Kids & Family.

Is Water Colors Aquarium Gallery still active?

Water Colors Aquarium Gallery is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 24m.

How do I contact Water Colors Aquarium Gallery for sponsorship or guest appearances?

Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for Water Colors Aquarium Gallery, including email and social media links.

Similar Podcasts