The Odessa barb is a brightly colored freshwater fish that’s easy to care for and relatively hardy, making them the ideal candidate for a peaceful community tank. Not surprisingly, these fish have grown in popularity over the last few years, so it seemed right to put together this guide so that you can learn more … Read more
The Tiger Shovelnose catfish is a large freshwater fish with a unique look many fishkeepers fall for. But are these fish suitable for beginners, and will one thrive in a tank environment? There’s so much you need to know before you buy a Tiger Shovelnose catfish, so we’ve compiled this comprehensive guide to the species … Read more
If you’re setting up a cichlid tank and you want a specimen with charisma, presence, and attitude, look no further than the Red Devil cichlid! The fish’s common name gives you a clue to its temperament. These critters can be aggressive toward other fish, so you need to choose tank mates for your Red Devil … Read more
Ryukin goldfish are an unusual variety of fancy goldfish from Japan. These gorgeous fish are beginner-friendly and can live in an indoor fish tank or outside in your garden pond. To learn more about the origins of these delightful, egg-shaped goldfish, including how to care for and breed them, keep reading! Ryukin Goldfish – At … Read more
There are many different types of Hillstream loaches belonging to a family of bottom-dwelling fish that hails from the clear, rapidly-flowing waters of Asia. The Reticulated Hillstream loach is a beautiful, unusual-looking fish that makes an eye-catching addition to any freshwater community setup. These fish are hardy and pretty straightforward to care for, too, making … Read more
Losing one of your favorite pet fish can be very upsetting, especially if the cause of death isn’t obvious. But sometimes, a fish’s eyes bulge out of its head in death. So, why is that? The first thing to understand is that not all fish eyes pop out when they die. In fact, that’s a … Read more
Giant Danios make a great addition to a freshwater community tank. These large, active schooling fish need a big tank to accommodate them but make excellent companions for peaceful cichlids and other more sizeable species. Read this guide to learn more about choosing, caring for, and breeding these amazing fish! Giant Danio – At a … Read more
Some hobbyists feed live worms to their fish from time to time as a tasty, nutritious treat. That’s a great idea, provided you obtain the worms from a reliable source so that you know the critters are disease free before offering them to your pets. But what does it mean if you discover black worms … Read more
If you’re a newbie to the fish-keeping hobby, you’ll be keen to provide the perfect environment for your new pets. Once you’ve chosen your aquarium and decorations, you’ll need something to cover the tank bottom. But how much substrate do you need to use per gallon of water? And with so many high-quality substrates to … Read more
Columnaris and Ich are two common diseases that can affect almost any species of tropical fish. Beginner aquarists often confuse the two diseases. However, both conditions have different causes and require different treatments, so it’s imperative that you can distinguish between the two. If your fish are sick and you think Columnaris or Ich might … Read more
Guppies (Poecilia reticulata) are brightly colored, active pet fish that are easy to keep and breed, making the “Millionsfish” or “Rainbowfish” a popular choice for many freshwater tropical tanks. These beautiful livebearers are incredibly prolific breeders, so you can rapidly finish up with many more fish than you started with! That’s no problem if you … Read more
There are around 150 species of plecos, many of which are seen regularly in the hobby. Plecos or plecostomus are peaceful, bottom-dwelling fish that are generally pretty hardy if kept in clean conditions and offered a high-quality diet. However, plecos can be vulnerable to a few diseases, one of which is white fungus. Plecos sometimes … Read more
One of the main reasons for getting into the fish hobby is the relaxing feeling you get from simply watching your fish gliding through their beautifully aquascaped environment. Although all fish species behave slightly differently, one common behavior that you’ll observe in all fish is that they open and close their mouths while swimming around … Read more
Goldfish are pretty hardy creatures that are resistant to many of the more common fish diseases. However, like all fish species, goldfish can be vulnerable to a secondary infection called Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia. So, what is septicemia? Is the infection fatal to goldfish? And how can septicemia in goldfish be prevented? Keep reading to find … Read more
If you have discovered tiny bugs in your fish tank, you may (understandably) be worried. Fortunately, the bugs are probably water mites, and most species are harmless. Still, having mites in your aquarium could signal that something else is wrong, and water mite populations can get out of control quickly. Read this guide to learn … Read more
