Charlie Morton

From catching minnows and tadpoles in jam jars as a boy to breeding South America Cichlids in his teens, Charlie has always been fascinated with observing the underwater world through glass. As a qualified scuba diver, avid snorkeler, wild swimmer, and surfer, Charlie's a great fan of getting closer to all kinds of aquatic life on their own turf too! When he’s not in the water, Charlie can be found writing not just about fish, but also wild birds, plants, ecological gardening, and nature therapy. Some of Charlie’s favorite aquarium fish include Clown Loaches, Apollo Sharks, Upside-down Catfish, Red Severums, and Angelfish.

Does Fish Food Expire? What Every Owner Should Know

November 21, 2022October 25, 2022 by Charlie Morton

Every kind of fish food has some sort of expiry date that comes with it. While you may be able to use dried products a little past their use-by date, it’s important to avoid using seriously old fish foods, especially if they show any signs of decay. There are different rules for storing each kind … Read more

How Long Do Snails Sleep? Snail Slumber Habits

November 21, 2022October 19, 2022 by Charlie Morton

Snails need sleep just like fish, shrimps, and frogs do! If you’ve noticed your pet snail resting motionless from time to time, chances are that he’s sleeping. But do snails sleep a whole night as we do? Not at all! Snails like naps and their sleep cycles may be nothing like you’d imagine! How Do … Read more