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
When putting together your aquarium, you want to have a setup that is both healthy for your fish and visually pleasing for humans. Some accessories, such as plants and underwater “houses” are fairly easy to see as safe. Others, such as air stones, can be a little sketchy-looking to newbie aquarium owners. Are air stones … Read more
If you want to be connected with nature, owning an aquarium can be such a beautiful experience. If you are thinking of owning an aquarium, there is an incredible amount of science to understand before you can keep your sea life alive and not going the transparent shade of death. If your plants start going … Read more
An aquarium serves as an alternative abode or controlled home for fish, and it requires all essential resources to support life. These resources include water, oxygen, food supplements, etc. However, as a fish owner, you’ll want to know if your aquarium needs more oxygen or it has enough. How to know if an aquarium has … Read more
There are many reasons aquariums need water changes. Besides keeping up the beautiful appearance of the aquarium, water changes are essential for the health of your fish. Small frequent water changes are one of the best ways that you can maintain your tank. So why do aquariums need water changes? Here are some of the … Read more
Seeing that your Betta has an appetite is relieving, but can quickly turn frustrating when they don’t allow a chance to eat for the others. Your Betta may seem like a bully with how quickly it attacks your pellets. They can even seem insatiable at times if you continue dropping food into the tank for … Read more
I used to keep fish aquariums with my Dad when I was little. We researched all sorts of tropical fish, and the temperature ranges their environments needed to be kept in. I’ve recently started keeping fish again and decided to brush up my tank-heating knowledge. When do you need a heater and when don’t you? … Read more
Have you ever wondered why fish just stay in one spot? My fish would just sit in one spot for hours at a time, and I had no idea why. So, I was curious and researched why it would be doing that. What it means when fish stay in one spot: They are sitting in … Read more
If you’re feeling panicked because you’ve noticed that your fish are laying on the bottom of your tank, then know you aren’t alone. Whether you’re an experienced fish owner or you’re a newbie, seeing your favorite swimming friends sitting at the bottom of your aquarium can be distressing. Why do fish stay at the bottom … Read more
Choosing the right heater for your aquarium is paramount to the survival and well being of your fish. Unless you want to heat up your entire house all through the year you need to get a high quality attachable heater. While some heaters are specifically made to be placed horizontally or vertically, most models and … Read more
