Despite their beauty, angelfish are quite aggressive. You’ve decided you wanted to mix them with neon tetras, but you’ve heard some pretty gruesome tales of angelfish eating the shiny tetras. So, now you’re here and wondering if angelfish can live with neon tetras. Angelfish can live with neon tetras, but you need to be cautious …
Freshwater Fish
Both the goldfish and the platyfish are considered beginner-friendly—ideal for those just starting fishkeeping a hobby. Since they both have easy care requirements, some may think these two fish could be compatible and live together. In this article I discuss can goldfish and platies should be kept together in the same tank or not. Can …
Most baby fishes are safe with their parents as they take good care of their babies and protect them from danger. But sadly, the same can not be said for molly fishes. Why is it? Do Molly fish eat their fry? In this article, we’ll discuss the harsh truth about molly fishes and give suggestions …
With a shockingly low survival rate, Dropsy is one of the deadliest disorders in freshwater aquarium fish. If your colorful-finned friend has developed a bloated appearance that doesn’t seem to go away, it could be a sign of Dropsy. Although recovering from Dropsy is exceedingly rare, ones who are fortunate enough to catch the disease …
If the idea of feeding human food to guppies has struck your mind, there is something you must know. Guppies are omnivorous and will happily eat both plant matter and meat. Human food you can give guppies to include zucchini, spinach, cauliflower, cucumber, carrots, peas, green beans, broccoli, corn, potato, cabbage, and kale. Besides veggies, …
Guppies are known for many things, including strange behaviors. Every now and then feeding at the bottom of the tank is one such behavior that has been noticed. It has made many new aquarists wonder if guppies are bottom feeders? Guppies are naturally top feeders. They mostly swim right below the water surface. However, guppies …
The pH of your aquarium is a significant factor in determining the quality and chemistry of the water. Most fish can adapt to a pH that is slightly off their preference. However, the constant fluctuations can cause severe stress and, in extreme conditions, may lead to fatalities. Regularly monitor and measure your pH and when …
If you see the tiny pits or lesions around the head area or down the lateral line of your fish, it’s probably the onset of the dreaded hole in the head disease, abbreviated as HITH. As easily treatable as this infection is, if neglected, the bacteria will eat away the flesh on the fish, leaving …
So you found a bottle of expired water conditioner in your cabinet, and now you are wondering whether it’s safe to use. Depending on the conditioner’s condition – how and where it’s stored, whether the bottle is open, and if yes, how long it’s been – one can determine if their product is still usable …
