Have you ever found out that a guppy soared out onto the floor after what seemed to be a peaceful night? Unfortunately, aquarium fish can decide to jump for many reasons. While a secure lid is the best cure for this problem, jumpers can still be injured from the attempt. So why do fish jump … Read more
Coming home to a floating, dead fish is one of the worst things that can happen to an aquarist. But finding your fish alive but twitching in the grip of a sudden seizure can be almost as bad. Seizures can come on in seemingly mysterious ways, and there isn’t much information out there on how … Read more
For many aquarists buying an aquarium light is as simple as whichever unit comes with the tank hood. But the deeper you get invested in the planted aquarium or reef tank hobby, the more you learn how important the quality of light is. We are especially lucky these days because the number of brands making … Read more
Goldfish are normally very long-lived fish. In fact, owning a goldfish is more like entering a long-term relationship. They normally live for several decades when well cared for. If your goldfish are dying quickly, it is a sign that something is wrong with either their environment or the fish itself. So, why do goldfish die … Read more
Since fish can’t breathe air, aquariums are a very technology-oriented hobby. From lights to filter systems, there is a lot of mediation needed to help keep your wet pets alive and happy! But sometimes, choosing filters gets a little confusing. Since a little filtration is a good thing – what about a lot more? Can … Read more
When studying animals, from people to snakes, teeth are some of the first things that we notice. Teeth tell us a lot about the habits of an animal. Does it have sharp teeth for grabbing other animals? Flat teeth to grind and chew up plants? Or a mixture of the two, as omnivores do? It’s … Read more
Aquarium powerheads are tools that not every beginning aquarist thinks about at first. You might think that the flow generated by your hang on the back power filter is more than enough. But for aquariums with complex interior layouts or larger aquariums, a filter may not allow dead zones of cold, de-oxygenated water to be … Read more
If you’re looking to keep your goldfish thriving and growing, then you’ll need to choose a formula that contains everything they need for optimal health. In this complete breakdown of the best goldfish food of , we’ll be taking a close look at each blend. You’ll also learn what makes each ingredient helpful and become … Read more
Everyone knows that aquarium aeration is an important part of keeping a fish tank healthy. But why is that? Does your tank have enough aeration of the right kind – or have dissolved oxygen levels become a problem? Let’s take a look at the role of oxygen in fish and how to increase oxygen in … Read more
Bread is always on hand, and you’ve likely seen aquarists offering it to goldfish at least once. But, can goldfish eat bread? What does bread have to offer as potential goldfish food? Let’s take a closer look at bread and decide whether it’s worth offering to goldfish! Can Goldfish Eat Breadcrumbs? Perhaps you’ve spent time … Read more
