So, can your betta fish see in the dark? The short answer is no, as they require light to see properly. But that’s not the whole story. Understanding how betta fish see can be your ticket to understanding how exactly they function during the day and at night, both of which are vital to their…
If youāre looking to learn more about your pregnant neon tetra, the first thing you should know is that technically, neon tetras canāt get pregnant as theyāre egg layers. The term “pregnant” is usually reserved for when the young develop within the mother’s uterus, as in humans, dogs, and cats. For the sake of this article…
Are you a betta fish owner looking to expand your aquarium community? As you may already know, betta fish have fierce personalities, which means you need to carefully select their tank mates to make sure all fish coexist happily together. If you choose the wrong tank mates, you could end up with aggressive fish fights…
Is your betta getting the diet that it needs to thrive? With all of the different kinds of tropical fish foods on the market, how do you know which is the best betta fish food? To answer these questions, itās helpful first to understand what a natural betta fish diet looks like. Bettas are carnivores…
Did you know that millions of neon tetras are sold every year? Neon tetras were first discovered in the 1930s in Brazil, Peru, and Colombia and became an instant hit among aquarists due to their brilliant colors, small size, and simple care requirements. Because of this fishās popularity in the pet trade, itās a common…
Neon tetras (Paracheirodon innesi) are one of the most popular fish among hobbyists. Theyāre active, brightly colored, inexpensive, and simple to maintain. Neon tetras are found in the Amazon Basin; however, those in the pet trade are often bred in captivity. In the wild, neon tetras live around ten years, which is twice the amount for those…
Guppies are often the first choice for aquarium enthusiasts, thanks to their beautiful colors, easy-going nature, and relatively low maintenance. But how long can you expect these little fish to live? The answer to that question depends on various factors, from genetics to environmental conditions. How Long Do Guppies Live? Guppies generally have a lifespan…
Goldfish are a popular and beloved addition to any fish tank; however, they sometimes develop unusual colorations that can be concerning. One of the most worrisome changes is when a goldfish’s scales, fins, and tail turn black. Several factors, such as disease, environmental stress, and genetics, can cause discoloration. Below are common causes of black…
As a child, I bought a betta fish and added it to my community tank. To my horror, I saw the betta lunge toward the surface and attack the other fish. From then on, I believed betta fish couldnāt be kept with other speciesā¦but Iām no longer convinced that this is necessarily true. I realize now that…
Itās possible to think that each lump on your betta fish is cancerous and fatal when some are not. It can be scary to fishkeepers when their betta fish develops a tumor that causes poor health or even leads to death. It can also be equally dangerous to stick to similar treatments for every lump…
Goldfish are a beautiful ornamental coldwater fish, common in many fishkeeping households. Goldfish are a great beginnerās fish because theyāre hardy, meaning they can survive in fluctuating conditions. Despite their hardiness, we want to give our goldfish a long, healthy life. Filters are a well-known tool for keeping water quality high and stable, but do…
Thanks to hundreds of years of selective breeding, betta fish are now one of the most popular fish in the United States, due in no small part to their vibrant colors. Royal blue and poppy red are the most common, but some species have flowing fins with cream-and-brown dappling or spikey fins with a metallic…