February 18, 2024
Can Mollies and Guppies Live Together?

Mollies are omnivorous fish and will feed on both plant- and meat-based foods. Mollies can easily be kept captive since they enjoy a wide range of live and prepared food options; however, overfeeding could cause their bellies to expand too rapidly, which could have serious health ramifications. Guppies and mollies both require similar conditions in […]

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February 17, 2024
African Cichlid Tank Mates

African Cichlids are vibrant, easy-care fish species that make an excellent addition to any home aquarium. While their aggression levels can sometimes exceed other tropical fish species, to keep these active creatures safe they should be housed in an aquarium of sufficient size with enough rocks, hiding spots, and filter systems to make sure they […]

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February 16, 2024
Why is My Goldfish Turning White?

As the owner of a goldfish, you may become worried if its color changes gradually and without other signs or symptoms, such as frayed fins or scale loss. It's important to keep this in mind as this change could signal an underlying health issue; thus it's crucial that any signs that accompany such color shift […]

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February 16, 2024
Bladder Slug

The bladder snail (Physella gyrina or Physella heterostropha) is one of the most prolific alien freshwater invading species worldwide, known for their unpredictability in terms of water conditions and their unique respiratory system to clear excess air out and enable them to float, bob, and swim across surfaces with relative ease - helping avoid predators […]

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February 14, 2024
How to Tell If Your Betta is Stressed

Betta fish are well known for their vibrant hues, yet when these colors begin to become faded or less vibrant it could be an indicator that something is amiss. Other signs include skittish swimming behavior and hiding within their tank, while you may notice they rub against objects within or even themselves which could indicate […]

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February 13, 2024
Plants For Betta Fish

Addition of plants to a betta tank can be as straightforward or complex as desired. From dense jungle environments to more natural-looking designs, the ideal plants for betta fish include those that grow quickly with soft leaves that require no special care - some examples being Java Moss, Anubias Water Sprite and Vallisneria as examples […]

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February 13, 2024
Betta Care - How to Care For Your Betta's Water Parameters

Water parameters in a betta's tank are critical for their wellbeing. If he lives in water that is too warm, acidic or alkaline for his body to properly absorb essential vitamins and minerals; or contains too much ammonia or nitrates he could become unhealthy and eventually sick; when conditions meet ideal water parameters he'll become […]

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February 12, 2024
What Eats Fish Poop Freshwater?

Fish in an aquarium are known to be prolific eaters and will make quick work of eating algae, leftover food scraps and waste from other animals in their tank environment. Their efficient feeding habits help maintain clean water that reduces algae growth in your aquarium; some even use it as their own personal cleaning crew, […]

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February 11, 2024
How to Design a Cichlid Tank

Cichlids can be exciting and rewarding fish to raise. However, their needs differ significantly from those of other freshwater fish; to ensure their wellbeing and happiness they must be kept in an aquarium specifically tailored for their health and happiness. As young cichlids tend to be very aggressive towards other young ones they must also […]

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February 11, 2024
How Much Does an Axolotl Cost?

How Much Does an Axolotl Cost? mes Axolotl are amphibian salamanders that have become nearly extinct due to human pollution, forcing their breeding in captivity as pets and for sale as such. While these small creatures might seem strange at first, they make wonderful companions. Their cost depends largely on which color or morph you […]

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February 10, 2024
Schooling Fish

Schooling fish are groups of their kind that move together in tight groups called schools to avoid predators and find food sources. Schooling fish also form tight formations to make complex maneuvers such as turning and changing directions easier for predators to spot, including switching directions simultaneously and performing coordinated changes of direction as a […]

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February 8, 2024
Do Fish Eat Bread?

Most fish species were designed with their stomachs specifically in mind to consume foods they would encounter during their natural habitat, including living plants and prey that are rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Bread doesn't provide as many of these essential ingredients in an easily digestible form for these aquatic animals - its gluten, […]

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