Watching fish swim about in an aquarium is truly fascinating, but it’s also a good idea to be mindful of changes in your fish’s behavior. Bala sharks can be quite active swimmers, but why do bala sharks twitch? There isn’t necessarily a scientific consensus for exactly why bala sharks twitch, however, one theory is that … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to keep plants or other items in place in your tank and struggled, you might have wondered, can you use rubber bands in aquarium setups? It is important to check before adding manmade materials that might not be suitable, so let’s find out! Many people use rubber bands in their aquariums … Read more
Whether setting up a new tank or sprucing up an established one, it’s important to understand what causes spikes in water parameters. This will be important when you add fish, new decorations, additional plants, and when you want to use a sandy substrate. Does aquarium sand cause ammonia spikes? Yes, it does. For new tanks … Read more
Amazon Swords are an amazing aquatic plant, often used to create a thick forest-like effect in freshwater aquariums. Once planted in a loose substrate and given the proper nutrition, they can spread to create a beautiful underwater vista, or stand as solitary growths to catch the eye. Amazon Swords reproduce through sending out a single … Read more
Shrimp are far from being modern-day Houdinis, but they sure can pull some fast ones over you. In fact, many Bamboo Shrimp owners report that their shrimp appeared dead for days only for the shrimp to burst back to life within a week. So, Bamboo Shrimp play dead, but not on purpose. Instead, they molt … Read more
Mysis shrimp and bloodworms both make great supplements to your pellet or flake diet and provide protein and amino acids to help your fish thrive. You might wonder what exactly the differences are when it comes to Mysis shrimp vs. bloodworms. Mysis shrimps are small crustaceans similar to shrimp that are a great source of … Read more
The term ‘pH’ refers to the ‘potential of hydrogen’ and it is a measurement of the acidity of a liquid. Aquarium fish live long and healthy lives when the water has a pH level of between 7.2 and 7.8. This means that a pH level of 7.8 is not too high for an aquarium. A … Read more
Moss balls are a fascinating thing in nature, and offer some beautiful green elements to a variety of aquariums and fish tanks. While these little green moss balls look nice, you might be worried about their compatibility and safety with the fish they live in the tank. Read on till the end to explore more. … Read more
A healthy Yellow Cichlid should have bright coloration, almost electrifyingly yellow. If you notice that your Yellow Cichlid is experiencing different colorations, such as black stripes, there is likely something wrong with the fish. Why is my yellow cichlid turning black? There are two possible reasons for your yellow cichlid changing color. Either your fish … Read more
Mystery snails are a cool addition to any tank, coming with bright colors and unique patterns. They’re fairly easy to keep in a tank, getting along with lots of different fish species. The one thing that tank owners may need to get adjusted to is their diet. Among all the things that mystery snails eat, … Read more
Aquarium plants offer a combination of benefits to your aquarium and some beautiful scenery for you and your fish to enjoy. Corydoras are known for being hungry fish, so you might be worried about how your plants will hold up to these fish. Do corydoras eat plants? Corydoras might nibble on plants occasionally, but it’s … Read more
Angelfish are beautiful in a freshwater aquarium. But, they tend to be aggressive, and it’s difficult to find the right fish to house them with. Very few species can tolerate living with them, and Angelfish can tolerate even less than that. But, Gouramis are one type that may or may not work, depending on the … Read more
