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 […]
The Rainbow Shark is a freshwater fish that is often used in community tanks. It’s native to Southeast Asia, and it can live up to around 6 years. This article is going to look at the eating habits and diet of these beautiful fish. So, what do rainbow sharks eat? The rainbow shark is well […]
Are Rainbow Sharks aggressive? Whilst rainbow sharks are not really aggressive by nature, they can be very territorial. If they don’t have enough space or if they feel like they or their territory is being threatened they will defend it and that is when you can expect to see signs of aggression! Like with any […]
Many fish enthusiasts have a hard time choosing the right tank mates to keep with their neon tetras. Some of the most common mistakes are trying to house them with incompatible species or not providing enough space for each individual in the tank. The best way to avoid these problems is by following this guide […]
