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Do you ever watch your Betta fish swimming around their tank and wonder what they’re up to? One minute they might be peacefully swimming along, and the next, they might be flaring their gills and fins. But why do Betta fish flare? Bettas are extremely territorial and typically flare their fins and gills in a [...]
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How To Plant Carpet Seeds In An Aquarium – The Ultimate Guide Are you wondering how to plant carpet seeds in an aquarium? Whether you’re the creative type or a minimalist, attempting to grow a carpet from seed for your aquarium will be a challenging yet rewarding adventure. Learning how to plant carpet seeds in [...]
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7 Most Beautiful Reef Safe Fish You Must Have For Your Aquarium Planning on setting up a coral reef tank? Use this list as a guide to some of the most beautiful reef safe fish you can bring into your aquarium. You’ll find some of the rarest saltwater fish that few fishkeeping aficionados include in [...]
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Are there any fish that don’t need a filter? The short answer is: Yes! But as a responsible fishkeeper, you’ll want to read our list of suggested fish that don’t need a filter and learn more about how to add oxygen to a fishbowl. Why were no-filter fish bowls so popular in mainstream pet shopping? [...]
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If you want to start an aquarium with very limited space, a 5-gallon tank is your ideal size. Small as it may seem, there are still plenty of things you can do with this size, as long as you do things right – like choosing the best fish for a 5-gallon tank. Luckily, you’ve got [...]
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It can be horrific to see our beloved Betta fish floating in a way that they’re not intended to float. When you do see that uncommon scene, you’re automatically going to ask, “Why is my Betta fish floating to the top and on its side?” Fortunately, we have answers for you. There are multiple reasons [...]
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How does hard water play a role in fishkeeping? Is it worth looking into how to soften aquarium water? You can soften aquarium water by reducing the concentration of dissolved calcium and magnesium. This process involves either deionization, chemical filtration, or peat moss/driftwood water softening. We’ll get into the most efficient ways to soften aquarium [...]
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Bettas are one of the most interesting fishes to keep in the hobby, but one of the most-asked questions that a beginner would have is “Why do Betta fish fight?” As an aquarist, we need to know about the behaviors of the fishes we are keeping so that we can give them a fulfilling and [...]
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Owning a betta fish (Betta splendens), aka Siamese fighting fish, is quite popular as they’re some of the most beautiful fish to have in aquariums. However, many betta fish owners struggle to find the best and definitive answer to this question “how often do you feed a betta fish?” Even though you can find various [...]
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The Cherry Shrimp is a freshwater shrimp that belongs to the family of Atyidae. Endemic to the waters of Taiwan, it is very popular among aquarists and enthusiasts due to its coloration density. The question is: how many cherry shrimp per gallon should you keep in your aquarium? We’ll go on to answer this question [...]
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When people ask me what tank size they should begin with I always suggest the 20 gallon fish tank. The size is big enough for you to keep more than a handful of fish. while still being small enough to be easily cleaned and inexpensive. But which 20 gallon tank is right for you? The [...]
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Photo Credit: AJ Cann (Flickr) Kuhli Loach Tank Mates – The 8 Other Species Your Tank Needs Today Interested in knowing more about kuhli loach tank mates? This guide has you covered! Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii) Brief Overview Care Level: Intermediate Temperament: Peaceful Size: 4 inches Kuhli Loach Diet: Omnivore Kuhli loaches (Pangio kuhlii) [...]
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Fishkeeping is still popular, and Cichlids (Cichlidae) are desirable to many fish parents thanks to their colorful bodies and interesting temperaments. However, not all of them can cohabitate, and there are specific types of cichlids that can live together. Types of cichlids that can live together are cichlids from the same region. For example, African [...]
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Many aquarists feed their betta fish bloodworms as they’re a great source of protein. However, bloodworms for betta fish are not without their risks and can actually do more harm than good if fed in large quantities. Bloodworms are the larval stage of non-biting midges, and they are one of the most popular food choices [...]
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