aquaristics
nounUK /ˌækwəˈrɪstɪks/
US /ˌækwəˈrɪstɪks/
The hobby of keeping fish and water plants in a tank or pond.
She learned aquaristics so she could take good care of her goldfish.
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2. The study and practice of raising water animals and plants.
The school offers a class in aquaristics for students who love water life.
3. The art of setting up and caring for aquariums.
His aquaristics skills made the tank look like a tiny underwater forest.
4. The science of managing water environments for living things.
Aquaristics helps zookeepers keep the penguin pool clean and safe.