Introduction The Apistogramma, also known as the Dwarf Cichlid is not a single species of fish, but a huge genus of freshwater fish native to South America. It was given its name back in 1913 by the ichthyologist Charles Tate Regan. The Apistogramma genus consists of 93 different species, some of which we will discuss …
Hornwort is one of the most frequently used plants for a freshwater aquarium and pond. It grows at a fast rate, it’s easy to take care of, and even more convenient to propagate, all these reasons make hornwort the best aquatic plant. Hornwort is getting popularity all around the globe due to its aesthetic look …
When people hear “Catfish”, a big, dark lump of fish comes to their mind with whiskers going towards the body but the Glass Catfish is very different because it is a mesmerizing visual sight and a very playful and timid creature. It would come as a surprise but there are so many different types of …
Ghost Shrimp (Palaemonetes Paludosus) is also known as “Glass Shrimp” referring to their crystal-clear transparent body. Their appearance is the main reason behind so much attention they get from fishkeepers. Ghost shrimps are bred for two main reasons 1) as fish feeders, 2) for home aquariums. Thus, it is important to know for what purpose …
There are many Boraras species in the market but aquarists always prefer the Chili Rasbora (Boraras Brigittae), a freshwater fish. This can be owed to its colorful and miniature body, in fact, this is the smallest Boraras in the aquarium market. Apart from being so colorful and small, chili rasboras are very active and have …
Rummy nose tetra is without any doubt a perfect freshwater aquarium fish with its enchanting beauty, sparkling colors, and playful nature. Rummy nose tetras can catch anyone’s attention with their mesmerizing display of colors, as they move in groups it almost feels like a dream. With so much beauty comes immense delicacy as well, thus, …
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Red Tail sharks are one of the most popular freshwater fish that is easy to take care of. Their mesmerizing colors and entertaining natures make them one of the best aquarium fish. Red tail sharks were considered extinct a while ago, the aquarium trade is responsible for the species remaining. Thus, right now red-tailed sharks …
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The Celestial Pearl Danio is also known as “Danio Margaritatus” or famous as “Galaxy Rasbora” in the aquarium trade, even though it was later confirmed that this is very different compared to the Rasbora family, is a very tiny, micro, colorful freshwater fish native to SouthEast Asia. To be more specific, this fish is endemic …
The Blue Mystery Snail, also known as the “Spike-Topped Apple Snail” is a herbivore and an impressive scavenger. With a very aesthetically pleasing shell and an iridescent body that radiates visually stunning colors that will add an extra flair to your fish tank. Most aquarists wonder if they can keep one, if you’re one of …
One of the most common mistakes committed by most fishkeepers is overfeeding their fish. Thus, it is a common question by most of the fish keepers that how to treat overfed fish? Fishes have an extremely small body and a huge appetite but still, they can’t take a lot of food in at the same …
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Being a fish keeper there are times in life where we have to be away from our pet fish for days, weeks, or even months. At such a time this question often pops up in our mind, how long our fish can survive without any feed. For a goldfish (the most popular freshwater aquarium fish), …
When we take a look at a fish swimming calmly in an aquarium with its caudal fins waving and pushing its whole body forward with that force generated. We often wonder can fish swim backwards. This question has often caught the attention of many fishkeepers making them take a closer look at their aquarium fish. …
While learning about the general behavior of fish, their anatomy, and physiology, this basic question often pops up in our minds that can a fish cry? Can they produce tears? No, fishes can’t cry and can’t produce tears. Although they do feel general emotions like sadness and depression that can trigger tear production in highly …
If you have a fish tank, then the answer to “Do I need a filter for my fish tank?” is probably yes! But this is not the complete answer you are looking for as this arises more questions like what kind of aquarium filters there are? Do they all do the same thing? Do they …
Are algae bad for fish? Are algae good for my aquarium? How do I get rid of algae in the fish tank? We get so many questions like these, and don’t worry; we’ll cover all these questions and more in this article so that you have everything you need to know about how a little …
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For a fishkeeper this question often arises while trying to talk to your fish, can fish hear us? Do fishes have ears? Yes, fish do have ears and they can certainly hear the noise. The answer is quite simple you can even witness this yourself if at night your fish is sleeping and there is …
Fish can see in the dark, but can they see as well as we can? The answer is no. However, fish can see in a fashion where they can detect changes in light and make out some shapes, colors, and see in shades of grey. Nonetheless, their vision makes it difficult for them to find …
Fish do not need darkness to sleep, but lighting does affect their rest patterns. Fish may not sleep in the same way that humans do, but they still need time to rest. A healthy day-night cycle establishes a perfect environment for both nocturnal and diurnal fish in an aquarium. So we recommend consulting a professional …
We are again back to break another myth that a fish can die if it stops swimming. Well, not all fish, Sharks do need some motion to keep them from dying and therefore need to move all the time to force oxygen to their gills eventually. However, if to answer ‘do fish need to move …
From adult amphibians to reptiles and from birds to mammals almost all animals have a basic structure called the tongue. This makes us wonder do fish have tongues. The tongue is a structure that plays very significant roles such as tasting the food through taste buds, swallowing the food, and in some cases catching the …
When you keep adding food to one side of the tank, you will notice that at the time of feeding your fish will automatically come to that side. This behavior answers the question that do fish have a brain? So, yes fish do have a brain and quite developed ones. All the basic physical functions …
Have you ever wondered that creatures living underwater need water to fulfill their thirst? Do fish ever get thirsty? Do fish drink water? So, to answer the question we need to understand that why we drink water? The answer is that water is necessary for carrying out vital chemical reactions. Water is a universal solvent …
Keeping a fish at home is quite different from a wild fish living in a freshwater or saltwater environment. For the wild fish sun is the basic source of light and it’s inevitable for them. Here the question arises that do fish need sunlight? The simple one word is No, they do not need sunlight. …
Surprisingly enough, fishes have all the basic five senses just like mammals. The primitive senses observed in fishes are Taste, smell, hearing, vision, and touch. Do fish have taste buds? Yes, fish do have taste buds, and these are modified in a manner to help them identify their food from quite a distance. So, Let’s …
