One of the most common concerns for aquarium owners is that of music playing. Because fish don’t have any visible ears, owners often wonder how they react to noise. You will discover sudden noises like children tapping on the glass, or your aquarium is placed by a door that continually slams closed. Such instances can … Read more
When a tank owner builds their community aquarium, they often want to introduce various species to create a real underwater environment. Rather than adding more fish, some tank owners choose snails or even crabs. Sometimes, this can be a brilliant mix, although it may not be as clear if you have goldfish. Can crabs live … Read more
When starting an aquarium, we want healthy plant life seen in these four signs. Without this healthy plant life, we may begin having trouble with our pH levels as well as the overall health of your fish. For the health of our fish and the overall appearance of our aquariums, healthy plants are a necessity. … Read more
Even when your water is not cloudy, it can still need cleaned. If you stir up your substrate, you are likely to find the water suddenly cloudy, showing that the tank and water need cleaning. However, everyone has heard of that person that cleaned their tank and then all their fish died. It is important … Read more
Saltwater aquariums have a somewhat undeserved reputation for being extremely hard to maintain, and this has deterred many people who would otherwise really enjoy the hobby of saltwater fishkeeping from starting up a saltwater tank. Are saltwater aquariums hard to maintain? The answer is no, a saltwater aquarium is not hard to maintain, provided some … Read more
Cichlids are beautiful fish species and most people spend hours looking at them through their aquariums. If you have had a close-up look at your cichlids, you are probably wondering: “why do cichlids eat sand and gravel?” Many cichlid species prefer gravel and sand substrate because it contains particles that aid in their digestion. You … Read more
For longtime at home aquarists, years of experience with both Mollies and Platys might make this an easy differentiation to make. However, for many just getting started with at home aquariums, and for some with plenty of experience, telling apart a Molly from a Platy can be easier said than done. So, how to tell … Read more
Mollies are one of the most beautiful species of fish to keep in an aquarium. They come in ravishing colors and shapes, but there are only certain fish we can keep in a tank with them. Each species have their own unique personalities and qualities. There are so many you can choose from. Although they … Read more
Unfortunately, it can be challenging to know if something is wrong with your guppy. Fish can’t tell you when they’re feeling ill. In order to diagnosis your guppy, you’ll need to notice the signs of a sick fish. Some of the signs that your guppy is sick are: Spots on the body Decreasing appetite Swollen … Read more
Betta fish are tricky little guys (and gals) when it comes to keeping them happy and healthy. First, there’s their desire to fight each other to the death. And they also can be easily overfed or suffer from malnutrition. The difficulty is finding the sweet spot when it comes to feeding. So how do you … Read more
