Freshwater Pets

Are your fish fighting? Why are some fish so aggressive? Understand behavioral issues in your aquarium that lead to aggression.

Here's how to help an old or sick mystery snail. It includes instructions on how to do a 'shell' patch for broken snail shells and how to give your snail an air bath to invigorate him.

Here are some tips on how to keep mystery snail shells healthy in addition to likely causes of shell erosion and how to fix them.

Here are five common freshwater aquarium fish that could eat other fish in our tank. Be smart about stocking and choosing tank mates for aggressive hungry fish!

It is important to keep your axolotl tank cool all year long, but that can be difficult during the warmer months. Here are several ways to keep your tank cool without a costly aquarium chiller.

Here are five tropical fish can live together peacefully in your tank, as long as their needs are met, as well as five to avoid.

Find out which tetras are best for your community freshwater aquarium. Learn about tetras for 10-gallon tanks and bigger!

There is more to your Betta fish than a 1.5-gallon bowl and a couple of decorations. Learn the mistakes that I made as a first-time Betta fish owner so that you won't make the same ones.

Learn how long you can expect your betta fish to live and get some advice on how to increase the lifespan of your betta.

Discover 20 of the best tank mates for guppies in 10-gallon tanks and larger. Many fish are compatible with guppies, but you should choose their tank mates wisely.

This article is about how to treat nitrate poisoning in goldfish. Learn how to lower the nitrate level in your tank or pond and cure your goldfish.

Learn how to care for cory catfish in your tropical aquarium. These energetic little bottom feeders make a great addition to your freshwater fish tank and even serve as part of the cleanup crew that keeps your tank clean.

Learn about important betta fish facts every new betta keeper should know before bringing their fish home. Find out why surviving is not the same as thriving for these beautiful fish!

Pure male Endlers are smaller than pure female Endlers. Hybrid Endler males can grow to nearly the same size as females. Read more about these fish and learn tips on breeding them and how many to put in a tank.

This article is about the reasons for the loss of scales in betta fish. Read on to know how to deal with the problem and how to prevent it in the future.

In this article, I have described a number of reasons that might be causing your betta fish to breathe heavily or gasp for air after you change the water.

Those who have had the opportunity to keep pure N class Endlers usually report that not only do Endlers have a different body shape and color patterns, but they also exhibit different behavioral patterns than guppies.

Endlers were first discovered in Venezuela in 1937. This unique fish was forgotten until it was rediscovered by Dr. John Endler in 1975. Dr. Endler was first attracted to Endlers due to their beautiful, metallic green coloration.

Learn which tank mates are best for neon tetras in a 10, 20, or 55-gallon freshwater aquarium—or bigger. Neons can live with many compatible species, but some are better than others.

It's important to know if axolotls are hard to take care of before you decide to get one as a pet. This article explains what you will need to look after an axolotl, including what aquarium, filter, and food to buy.

There are many misconceptions about goldfish care that result in inadequate care and shortened lifespans. This article will go over five of the most common misconceptions in addition to providing examples of proper care.

These mistakes, myths and common misconceptions have helped make the betta one of the most exploited fish in the aquarium trade.

Learn what betta fish eat and how much and how often to feed your betta. Proper feeding is an important but often overlooked aspect of betta fish care.

Here is how to find out if the fish in your freshwater aquarium are stressed out. Stress leads to death, so watch for these signs and learn how to help your fish live long, happy, peaceful lives.

Learn about the best small and large schooling fish for your freshwater fish tank and find out which are appropriate for 10, 20, or 55-gallon aquariums or bigger.

Have your guppy's eyes suddenly turned black? There are four reasons why this happens. Learn them all in this quick guide.

The plecostomas, or sucker fish, is a popular freshwater catfish with special care considerations. Learn the facts before you stock this often misunderstood fish.

Here are the 10 best (and worst) large fish for your freshwater home aquarium along with recommendations for tank size and care management. Big freshwater fish look spectacular in the right tank setup, but choose wisely.

While a female guppy can't get pregnant without a male guppy, it may appear that it is possible. Learn why that is and read more about how guppies give birth and how to care for baby guppies (or fry).

The Siamese fighting fish, or betta, is a beautiful, solitary creature that gets quite nippy with other fish. But there are some species of fish that can cohabitate with bettas in a community tank. Here is a comprehensive guide to finding other fish that can live with bettas.

Everything you need to know about freshwater angelfish including care, best tank mate recommendations, and tank size, as well as answers to many frequently asked questions.

Aquatic snails are a great addition to any freshwater tank. They work hard to clean the aquarium by feeding on algae, fish waste, and other debris. Snails are pretty to look at too, and you can't have a serious aquarium without them.

Check out the best types of freshwater catfish for the home aquarium, including small catfish for small tanks, and others that grow to several feet in length.

There are many misconceptions about betta fish, one of them being that a fishbowl is the best habitat for them. If properly taken care of, they can live from 3 to 5 years. This article will explain why bettas should not live in a bowl or vase and offer some other helpful tips.

Learn how and when betta fish sleep and discover a few ways you can make your betta’s tank more sleep-friendly so he can get all the rest he needs.

Guppies make wonderful pets. This versatile fish also provides a good challenge for people who want to breed for the show ring. Either way, the wonderfully complex world of guppies starts with picking out the right fish.

The hobby of keeping koi can be complicated. Luckily, you don't need the skills of a French chef to keep your koi happy and healthy.

It's easy to hatch baby koi, but raising them is a different horse. The first-time koi breeder must consider the constraints of time, finances and culling. This article is an introduction to the realities of dealing with fry and their diet.

Nothing compares to successfully breeding your own koi. This rewarding activity requires certain conditions. When you know the steps, have the equipment and the time, you'll soon have a bunch of adorable koi babies.

The indoor koi pond comes with several caveats. If taken into consideration, 'house' koi can give their owner a lifetime of pleasure.

A quarantine tub is critical, should you desire to keep koi fish. This separate living area safeguards fish that are new, sick or injured. It is important to choose the right size and install the proper equipment. This article will show you everything you need to know.

Koi are just fish—so all you need is water, food and some device that cleans the tank, right? Well, not entirely. Koi may be small, but they come with big needs. Here's a look at what you need to know before purchasing your first fish.

Koi fish move in their own watery world, unaware of how they affect the humans who gaze upon them. From soulful peace to mental strength, these fish offer their keepers an amazing array of benefits.

Are you a novice koi keeper wondering if you should reach out to a club to learn more about your new pets? Here are the benefits and drawbacks of joining a koi clan!

Here are some of the best fish that eat snails you might consider adding to your freshwater aquarium. They may be able to help you clean up your pest snail problem, or they could just make cool additions to your tropical fish tank.

Here is a list of the most common species of tropical aquarium fish, organized by type. Learning everything you can about freshwater fish needs and behaviors will help you better manage your aquarium and keep your fish happy and healthy.

Here’s a list of the 21 most colorful aquarium fish. Learn about vibrant community fish and large colorful fish so you can make the best choice when stocking unique fish for your tropical tank.

Learn how to choose the best fish for your 20-gallon freshwater tank and get some stocking ideas when it comes to which kinds of fish and aquarium critters to consider.

When choosing a fish that's beautiful and easy to care for, the betta fish is a popular choice for all hobbyists. Read on to find out the care requirements, habitat needs, ideal tankmates, and more.

The black belt of the fish world has more allure than just brawling. Bettas have unusual breeding strategies, physical abilities and individual personalities.