Honey Gourami (also known as Sunset Gourami) are wonderful freshwater fish that can make a great addition to any aquarium. The Honey Gourami is a great choice for those new to the hobby of fishkeeping due to their peaceful nature and ease of care and beautiful appearance. If you are interested in honey gouramis and […]
Jack Dempsey Cichlids are one of the more popular cichlid species available today. If you’re interested in Jack Dempsey fish or thinking about getting some for your home aquarium, this post will hopefully help, as we answer 25 questions about Jack Dempsey Cichlids and their care. 1. What Is A Jack Dempsey Fish? A Jack […]
Are you worried about your aquarium heater? If so, don’t be! Aquarium heaters are safe and reliable, so you can rest easy knowing that your fish are getting the perfect temperature. Some of the most common questions about aquarium heaters that I’ve been asked over the years include: can these things explode? Can they cause […]
If you are asking yourself “Why are my tropical fish gasping for air?” You’ve come to the right place! The main reason why tropical fish are gasping for air is because they are in an environment with too much carbon dioxide (CO2). This can be caused by several different things, such as: 1. The Amount […]
Do fish need darkness to sleep? Fish don’t really sleep in the way that we do. They do, however follow their own circadian rhythm – their physiology and behavior changes depending on the time of day. When it is daylight fish become more active, they move around and eat, when it is dark fish slow […]
Penguin tetras originate from South America living in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, Guyana, Peru and Venezuela. They are a freshwater fish species which is popular among aquarists. If you are thinking about adding them to a community tank you may well be wondering “are penguin tetras aggressive?” Penguin tetras are a calm and peaceful […]
Angelfish are beautiful fish that make great pets, they’re very popular and no doubt you will have seen them in many aquariums. If you are considering purchasing one you may be not be sure what equipment is needed and thinking “can angelfish live in a bowl?” Angelfish should not be kept in a bowl! Angelfish […]
Angelfish are a beautiful and relatively peaceful aquarium fish, but they can also be aggressive. This article will discuss angelfish bullying behaviour and what you can do to prevent it. Angels may bully other angelfish for any number of reasons: because they are bigger or smaller than the bullied angelfish, because they have a different […]
If you are interested in Angelfish, one of the questions you might be thinking is “are angelfish schooling fish?” Strictly speaking, Angelfish are not schooling fish, however they do tend to prefer swimming and living in groups or pairs. The social structure of Angelfish is most similar to that of a shoal rather than a […]
If you are wondering “can angelfish live with goldfish?” the quick answer is “no!” Angelfish and goldfish require completely different environments. Goldfish are fish that prefer cold water, they do not do well in warm water. Angelfish on the other hand, prefer warmer temperatures and don’t do well in cooler water. Even if they managed […]
