If you are taking care of a fish, you want to make sure you are doing so properly. Contrary to popular opinion, there is more to taking care of a fish than making sure it is fed every day. You also need to do other things to give your fish the best life possible, such …
Fish Health
If your Oscar fish is lying on its side and you are wondering what’s happening to the little creature, there are a few possibilities to be considered. Sometimes, it is a normal behavior. In certain cases, it can be a serious issue (especially if your fish is breathing hard and not eating) that can lead …
The change of color in the Oscars is pretty common, but sometimes it is not. If your Oscar fish has turned gray, it might be an indication that something is not going well for the fish in the tank, which needs your attention at the earliest. What Causes Oscar Fish To Turn Gray? If your …
So your fish has suddenly started hiding behind the filter, and here you are with no clue whatsoever. A fish may hide behind the filter when it’s threatened, stressed, or feeling uncomfortable. Many reasons that can cause uneasiness in fish include environmental changes, bullying, threats, sickness, injury, pregnancy, loneliness, overpopulation, exposure to intense light or …
Sometimes I wish to turn off the fish tank filter for some reason. One day I researched about keeping the Fish tank filter on all the time and here is a detailed explanation. Should A Fish Tank Filter Be On All The Time? It is recommended to keep the fish tank filter on all the …
Oscars are quite sensitive to changes in water quality. It makes them prone to catching fatal diseases that may lead to death if remains undiagnosed. Early detection of the sickness followed by the proper treatment is crucial for saving fish’s life. In the following article, we have explored all major signs and symptoms an oscar …
As an aquarist, you probably want to know if the lighting you’re using is harmful to your fish in any way. Blue light is frequently used in aquariums to mark the days and nights out for the fish or for fishkeepers to get a clear view of their tank. In this article, we will discuss …
For an aquarist, facing fish diseases is an inevitable part of the hobby. When I first came to know that my cichlid has Hexamita, I was completely clueless about the condition. So I studied about the disease and consulted various fish care services. Fortunately, I was able to cure Hexamita in my fish. Metronidazole (Flagyl) …
When people buy fish, they want to make sure the fish are safe and that the water they swim in is clean. Adding a water conditioner to a fish tank neutralizes the chlorine in the water. This makes it safe for fish to swim in, but can too much water conditioner kill fish instead of …
