If your heater has broken, or you’re thinking of starting a fish tank and don’t want to use a heater, don’t worry! There are several ways to keep your fish tank warm without using a heater. For example, you can keep your fish tank warm by simply placing it in a warm room. If you … Read more
Did you just return from your local fish store with a brand-new goldfish and tetras? You may be wondering if it’s okay to keep these two fish together. Unfortunately, the answer is no. I know, I know. You’re probably thinking, “But they’re both small fish! They’ll be fine together.” I’m sorry to say that this … Read more
Are you wondering if keeping a plecostomus and betta fish together in the same tank is possible? Surprisingly, they can coexist quite peacefully as long as you take some important considerations into account. For starters, you must choose a large enough tank for both species, as they will require plenty of room to thrive. In … Read more
Although it’s awesome that your nerite snails breed and produce beautiful eggs, it can sometimes get a little messy in your aquarium. These guys breed too fast and lay their eggs all over the place, making it difficult to clean up the mess. However, don’t worry! You can take a few simple steps to easily … Read more
A pregnant Amano shrimp is a beautiful sight. But before you can enjoy the beauty of these pregnant shrimp, you need to know how to care for them. However, this might be a difficult task for beginner shrimp enthusiasts. Believe me. It is worth it in the end. You can have many colorful baby shrimp … Read more
If you’ve got aquarium fish, you probably talk to them. Just admit it! We all like to talk to our fish when we think that nobody else is around to hear. But can fish hear you all the way from under the water? The answer is yes! They can. Although their hearing apparatus may work … Read more
If you’re ready for a bright, beautiful, shy fish in your aquarium but don’t want to deal with a betta’s bad attitude, the Dwarf gourami might be the perfect fish for you! These peaceful tropical fish are fairly easy to take care of, and we have all the information you need to keep your fish … Read more
There are many benefits to keeping living plants in your fish tank, although many beginner fish keepers think that growing plants is either a hassle or simply too difficult. However, the plant we feature in this guide is very easy to care for, making it ideal for a beginner tank. We’re talking about Bacopa caroliniana, … Read more
You may think you’re not super familiar with scavenger fish, heck, you might not even know what the term implies, but I’m certain you’ll be familiar with many species of fish that are, in fact, scavengers! Bottom-dwellers such as catfish, eels, and eelpouts, as well as hagfish, lampreys, remoras, and even some sharks, are all … Read more
Peaceful and beautiful to watch, guppies are very popular aquarium fish that are highly sought after for their ease of care. If you have a 20-gallon tank and want to keep guppies, knowing how many you can keep to prevent overcrowding is important. Read on to find out! How Many Guppies Can Live Comfortably in … Read more
Neon tetras are a piece of the puzzle when it comes to stocking a 20-gallon aquarium. How many neon tetras can you put in a 20-gallon tank? The answer largely depends on the other fish in the tank and the maximum size and personality of the neon tetras. In general, a good rule of thumb … Read more
You’ve just got a beautiful little Fantail goldfish from the pet store, and you are so excited to have it in your tank. I had my first Fantail goldfish when I was a kid, and I completely understand how you feel right now! From my experience, I can tell you that goldfish are extraordinary pets … Read more
Do you know that there are over 1300 African cichlid species? And that’s just the ones we know of – who knows how many more are out there waiting to be discovered! African cichlids are a species of South American freshwater fish native to large African lakes, such as Lake Malawi, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake … Read more
If you’re planning a trip out of town, you might be considering an automatic fish feeder. However, these devices can also be convenient for the busy fish keeper. What are the benefits of having an automatic fish feeder in your aquarium? What features should you look out for in a high-quality fish feeder? And can … Read more
Your home fish tank is suitable for so much more than tetras and goldfish! There are many gorgeous, exotic freshwater fish you can keep in your aquarium that are bound to fascinate and impress visitors to your home. Read this guide to discover some beautiful exotic freshwater fish you can keep in your home tank. … Read more
