Collecting Fish: A River in Your Own Living Room

Freshwater fishkeeping is where most hobbyists begin — but for many, it becomes a lifelong obsession.In this episode of Collecting Fish, James Hepworth explores the beauty, accessibility, and creativity of freshwater aquariums, describing them as “a river in your own living room.”The episode explores:Planted aquariumsNatural aquascapingTropical, coldwater, and brackish systemsFish compatibilityWater chemistryFeedingCreating aquariums that replicate real ecosystems.Alongside practical beginner advice, James discusses the ethics of modern fishkeeping, including wild-caught fish, invasive species, unsuitable aquarium species, and the importance of designing environments that prioritise animal welfare.Blending education, opinion, and personal experience, this episode explores why freshwater aquariums remain one of the most creative, rewarding, and accessible areas of the fishkeeping hobby.🐠 Subscribe now to hear future episodes.🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com🌐 Learn more about the network at AutisticCulturePodcastNetwork.com🎙️ Executive Producers: Amy Burns, Anamaria B Call, Andrew Banner, Anna Goodson, Ashley Apelzin, Audrea Volker, Ben Coulson, Brian Churcek, Cappy Hamper, Carley Biblin, Charlene Deva, Chloe Cross, Clay Duhigg, Clayton Oliver, Danny Dunn, Daria Brown, David Garrido, Emily Burgess, Eric Crane, Erik Stenerud, Fiona Baker, Grace Norman, Helen Shaddock, Jaimie Collins, Jason Killian, Jen Unruh, Jennifer Carpenter, Julia Tretter, Kathie Watson-Gray, Kenneth Knowles, Kira Cotter, Kristine Lang, Kyle Raney, Llew P Williams, Laura Alvarado, Laura De Vito, Laura Provonsha, Lily George, Nelly Darmi, Nigel Rogers, Rachel Miller, Tim Scott, Tyler Kunz, Victoria Steed, Yanina Wood.🎧 Producers: AJ Knight, Bobby Simon, Da Kovac, Eleanor Collins, Emily Griffiths, Hannah Hughes, Jennifer Kemp, Jonas Fløde, Kate F, Katie N Benitez, Kendra Murphy, Lisa Dennys, Logan Wall, Louise Lomas, Melissa Nance, Nicola Owen, Rebecka Johansson, Sam Morris, Sarah Hannah Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.