Although Betta fish are often celebrated as a low-maintenance fish to keep, they still require regular care. In addition to feeding, the other main task that goes into keeping your betta fish alive and well is cleaning their tank. We’re explaining how often to clean a betta fish tank and how thorough you need to…
It’s a common myth that goldfish are an easier start to fishkeeping than tropical fish and that they don’t need as much care to keep healthy. Although you don’t need to keep their tank heated, you still need to maintain their water quality, and you need to know how to treat tap water for goldfish….
Goldfish are freshwater fish that quickly adapt to most environments, provided the water temperatures are just right. It is incredible how goldfish can tolerate many beginner mistakes; however, one should still put in the effort to ensure their survival and well-being. They must be kept in a fish tank or aquarium with proper filtration and…
An aquarium is only beautiful if you can actually see it. Algae is a pesky problem for many aquarium owners. With some species of algae having a doubling time of 2.2 hours, it spreads quickly. What makes matters worse is that limescale can build up on your fish tank glass as well. Keep reading for…
While most people know they have to set up a tank and purchase proper supplies for keeping a betta fish, fewer are familiar with how to transfer betta fish from cup to tank safely. Of course, there are a few means of doing this, and some methods work better than others. Betta fish boast some…
Many goldfish owners are unsure about the equipment required including whether they should put a heater in their aquarium. The fact that goldfish can endure a wide range of temperatures confuses many. So, do goldfish need a heater? The cold water habitats of streams, rivers, and lakes are ideal for goldfish to survive and thrive…
Does the soft gurgle of an aquarium seem like good background noise for sleeping? The smooth sounds of the bubbles and the low mumbles of the pump can help some people sleep. And, some parents like to choose fish as their children’s first pets as an introduction to learning pet care and responsibility, and kids often…
Picture this: you have just gotten home from the pet store with the newest member of your family. The little fish seems to be swimming happily in its bag, and you still need to set up its tank, which takes some time. The logical question is how long can fish stay in bags from pet…
Many people have aquariums because they love the calming effects of watching pet fish swim around. Adding plants can seem like it detracts from the fish and crowds your tank. However, the opposite is true—plants keep water clear, filter out organic waste, and prevent algae from growing on the glass. If you’ve had an aquarium…