Bred from colorful carp species in early 19th century Japan, Koi are considered a sign of good fortune and health. Koi are mostly found captive in outdoor ponds and larger indoor aquariums. Despite being a pretty resilient species, Koi have specific nutritional requirements that
Overrunning the habitats and keeping your tank tidy, aquarium snails come in various shapes and sizes. As a new snail keeper, it’s understandable if you have questions regarding how long your snails will live and how you can offer them a longer lifespan in
We humans have a particular tendency to identify other creatures based on our biology. Unless they have spikes that look like hair on their head, fish theoretically don’t have foreheads. But, a few unique fish species have a larger head or a hump on
Commonly known as the suckermouth catfish and common pleco, sucker fish are freshwater inhabitants belonging to the armored catfish family. They naturally occur in the Amazon River basin and its tributaries through the countries of Brazil, Guyana, and Trinidad and Tobago. Sucker fish usually
Aggressively bred to become increasingly vibrant, goldfish are one of the most prevalent freshwater fish in the aquarium trade. They belong to the carp family and some of the species can grow up to 2 feet. However, most fancy goldfish that you may find
The volume of water, measured in gallons and liters, is often enough to conclude if your professional or hobbyist aquarium requirements will be fulfilled or not. However, the weight of water, measured in pounds and kilograms, becomes a necessary consideration when it comes to
We understand your frustration regarding Columnaris outbreak in your Betta tank. Whether you’re an experienced aquarist or a beginner, allowing your fish to rot away and die a horrible death is never a particularly optimum solution. In this article, we’ll go through the nooks
Big lips in fish are particularly interesting to observe in aquariums. In the wild, fleshy lips allow some carnivorous species to create a seal with the rocks and suck the prey out of the crevices. Big lips in some species also help scrape algae
A crystal-clear aquarium is a marvel that you can enjoy day and night, but imagine when your beautiful aquarium suddenly becomes covered in a slimy white residue that collects on the walls, plants, and fish. What do you do now? Your problem is the
Cichlids are bright tropical fish that make striking showcases in aquariums and tanks for hobbyists and aquarists. Their unique coloring, large variety of breeds, and feisty nature are all winning characteristics of these freshwater fish. But what are the pros and cons of choosing
When you have your own tropical fish tank, it can be challenging to successfully get your fish to breed and nurse the young fish past those first few crucial weeks. Knowing how to take proper care of tropical fish babies or fry is essential
While you may delay it, death in your aquarium is inevitable. Some of your fish are expected to perish within a few days of their introduction to the tank, whether due to accidents or natural reasons. Besides, numerous other reasons contribute to the overall