Everything you need to know about water, aquariums, and fish!
Wild turtles are mainly carnivorous, feeding on worms, small insects, snails, and fish. In comparison, pet turtles have developed a different, more broad preference for food than wild turtles due to domestication. As a result, they are omnivorous, enjoying both meat and plants as a meal. However, can and should […]
Aquatic turtles love to beg for food and never seem to be full. This is a big concern for beginner turtle owners, who worry about starving their new pets. So, how can you tell if your turtle is truly hungry? Aquatic turtles are extremely opportunistic eaters and will beg for […]
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, […]
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 […]
In the wild, betta fishes are found in shallow waters like floodplains, rice paddies, and canals. So one might think that using artificial lights in their aquarium may not be too good for them. But, are betta fish sensitive to light? And if they are, what are the effects? Betta […]
Betta fishes are considered as the second most popular fish for simple home aquariums. They are so popular that one might think that like goldfishes, they just tend to wander in their aquarium and do nothing. Which may lead you to the question, are betta fish smart? Betta fishes are […]
Some fishkeepers love to see their fish thriving in harmony, then there are some who love to see their turning into a Roman colosseum! If you don’t fall into the latter category, you might be worried about your fish fighting or eating each other off. Good thing that we have […]
With their flashing colors and long slinky fins, bettas are one of the most eye-catching fish species you are going to see in a pet store. Besides their good looks, bettas are also known for being resilient and easy to keep, which makes them hard to resist. But, are betta […]
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 […]