Everything you need to know about water, aquariums, and fish!
A filter keeps the aquarium running and is necessary for most of the settings. It mimics the ecological environment that fishes are habitual to. So, how long can a fish live without a filter? Fish can survive in an artificial environment without a filter for about 3 days to a […]
Not all fishes have eyelids to indicate they are sleeping, except for sharks. They sleep with their eyes open (a technique that would have been so useful to us humans in boring situations). So, can fish sleep with the lights on? The short and quick answer to it is no, […]
Many of us dream about having an aquarium in our homes but are worried that it is too much work. I have also looked into getting an aquarium and did some research as to how much work it really is and which aquarium will suit me best. Aquariums are, in […]
Now that you have purchased a 10-gallon tank, you need to think about its inhabitants, and how you will make that corner of your house interesting, which was previously occupied by your grandmother’s coat stand. To have a well-rounded ecosystem in your 10-gallon tank, you need to have all sorts […]
Your fish will give you indicators that something isn’t right in their tank even if everything else seems to be fine. Why are my fish hanging around the filter? There are several reasons why your fish are spending time together around the filter. It could be in their nature to […]
Are your betta fish going to live a long and happy life in a small tank? The answer is no they are not happy, and they will eventually get sick and die because of the poor habitat. A little too harsh? Good! Many fish stores sell betta fish in smaller […]
You know the stereotype that surrounds people who have pet goldfish: the fishbowl. In movies, cartoons, shows, and all of the above, we often see people keeping their fish in bowls. But lots of people believe that this is actually bad for your fish’s health and you should always keep […]
Angelfish are spectacular-looking fish that you can keep in your aquarium. But, I was wondering whether the Angelfish jump out of their tanks or not. So, I decided to do some research and found some interesting information. Do angelfish jump out of tanks? Angelfish can jump out of their tanks. […]
What size of tank do you need if you want to get an Angelfish? For each Angelfish you own, you will need at least 10 gallons of water. If you have a pair of Angelfish, the recommendation is that you double that size and add another ten gallons. Angelfish can […]
Koi fish are quite hardy, but they should still be kept as comfortable as possible by giving them amply oxygenated, clean water, the best food you can afford, and lots of love and attention. Having clean water, however, is not enough, as the water should also be the right temperature […]