Are you keeping your betta at the right temperature? Depending on their species, various betta fish require different water temperatures. And if your betta is living in an aquarium with the incorrect temperature, it can be detrimental to their health—or even cause death. In this article, you’ll learn what happens to your better fish when the…
One of the first rules of fishkeeping is maintaining your ammonia levels. Contrary to what many new fishkeepers might believe, you can’t simply get a new aquarium, fill it with water, and place a couple of fish in it. You need to cycle the fish tank first, to ensure that it’s safe for your fish…
Besides being enjoyable to watch, keeping a home aquarium can provide pet education and stress relief…but disaster can quickly strike. Having your fish die due to mysterious fish tank problems can turn a hobby that once brought you joy into a huge source of distress. Here are 10 fish tank disasters you might encounter, and…
When keeping an aquarium, there can be many things to consider. You need to think of water quality, filtration, lighting, and feeding. Because of this, you can spend a lot of money purchasing aquarium supplies. However, some experienced aquarium keepers have found DIY (Do-It-Yourself) approaches and hacks for aquarium maintenance. The DIY approach to aquarium can…
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Quality aquarium filtration is necessary for keeping healthy fish. But when it comes to choosing good aquarium filters, the sheer amount of options available can leave fish owners overwhelmed. You have to consider numerous factors including the tank’s size, the inhabitants, your budget, and personal preferences…and this can be quite difficult, especially for novices. So…
As a fishkeeper, you may want the enjoyment of seeing colorful tropical fish swim gracefully before your eyes. But if you’re interested in fishkeeping, you may not realize that having an aquarium also involves biochemistry. To keep fish healthy, it’s important to have aquarium water with the right chemistry. When keeping an aquarium, there are…
Algae is a natural phenomenon in water bodies, which means home fish tanks are no exception. It’s common to find algae growing in aquariums, but if left unchecked, those tiny green patches and clumps can quickly overrun the tank and cause all sorts of problems for your fish. When algae overgrows, it competes with fish…
Are you excited about getting your first aquarium for your home? I understand the feeling, as I have kept tropical fish for years! An aquarium stocked with beautifully colored fish makes for a pleasurable viewing experience and a fulfilling hobby. But with so many species of tropical fish, how do you know which ones are…
Water temperature that’s too hot or cold is bad news for neon tetra fish. That’s because extreme temperatures can harm them by negatively affecting their metabolism, weakening their immune system, and deteriorating their overall health. And as a responsible neon tetra owner, it’s up to you to know the right water temperatures needed for them…
Acclimating new fish to your aquarium is essential to a healthy aquarium ecosystem. The excitement of bringing home new aquatic companions is unmatched, but improper acclimation can turn things southward pretty quickly. A big mistake many new fishkeepers make is adding a new fish to a tank immediately without transitioning (acclimating) them properly to their…
Neon tetra disease was first discovered in neon tetras, hence the name. And while it’s most common in neon tetras, in actuality, other fish can be susceptible to this disease as well. The bad news is neon tetra disease is a nasty ailment with high fatalities. The good news is it’s preventable. So, what is…
Despite their simple care requirements, many bettas are not properly cared for by novice fishkeepers, resulting in frequent health issues. A healthy betta fish has vivid coloration, and elegant finnage, gliding happily through an aquarium. On the other hand, an unhealthy betta might have symptoms like dull colors, loss of appetite, or fin damage. If…