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Guppies are a joy to watch swimming around in their tanks, happily nibbling on food or exploring their surroundings. If you’re bringing home guppies, you may have trouble deciding whether or not you should have female guppies as companions for male guppies or vice versa. Male guppies don’t necessarily need females in their tank, but … Read more
You’re looking at all the wonderful, stark markings on your Bala Shark and notice something odd. There are several white spots all over its body and you didn’t see this last time. At this point you’re probably asking, “Why does my Bala Shark have white spots?” Many things could cause white spots to appear. However, … Read more
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
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
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
If your Tiger Barbs have just started eating the plants in the tank, you might be a bit confused. Even if they have suddenly started eating plants they’ve never touched before, there’s no reason to be alarmed. Tiger Barbs are omnivores, which means they eat plant matter and animals. As a result, Tiger Barbs eat … Read more
Brine shrimp are small critters that are loved by the majority of fish and that are easy to digest. Feeding your pets with brine shrimp every day is not a great idea though. The nutritional value of this type of food drastically varies from stock to stock, and if you want your fish to be … Read more
Betta fish are one of the lovely fish that you would like to have in your tank. However, shredding of Betta’s fins can be a source of slight concern. Betta fish, especially males, have a strong tendency to fight others of their kind. In this battle, their silky fins tend to get damaged and shredded. … Read more
When observing the behavior of Platys in your tank, do you often see them hiding? So, do they like to hide? Platies enjoy and require hiding places in the aquarium to feel comfortable and secure. These areas serve as a habitat for them and might help them relax when they are attacked by other fish. … Read more
Have you ever noticed your fish constantly hiding behind the filter? Don’t worry; it’s a common concern among many fishkeepers. While it’s natural for fish to seek shelter, frequent hiding behind the filter can be due to many other reasons. Water quality issues, illness, stress, or more… Ignoring these signs can lead to a decline … Read more
