The most common reason a fish is opening its mouth and constantly working it is the lack of enough oxygen in the tank. Adding an air stone or pointing the filter to create water surface agitation and lowering the tank’s temperature can solve the problem. Having said that, sometimes, problems can be a bit more … Read more
This guide is perfect for you if you are looking for answers to any of these questions: How long can fish live without oxygen? How long can fish live without a filter? How long can fish live without an air pump? Maybe you were going for a vacation and thought if your fish could survive … Read more
One of the most effective and safest ways to treat Ich in your fish is to use the aquarium-safe ich medications. However, since you are here, you are likely more interested in curing your fish of Ich without any treatment. I have been keeping fish for quite some time now. And though I haven’t experienced … Read more
For anybody fond of keeping fish, having them dying in the aquarium can be a nightmare. Finding out why they’re dying can be even more challenging if the water in the tank is fine. The top reasons why fish die even when water conditions are good include stress, diseases, overfeeding, and water temperature fluctuation. Other … 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
Ich is a nasty parasite that can attack your fish and could kill them if left untreated. In this article, we are going to explore what to do if you have had Ich in your tank and how long it might survive in different situations. Let’s look at aquarium Ich survival: 9 things you should … Read more
