In the realm of gastronomy, Crayfish are a delicacy. But in our beloved aquarium hobby, Crayfish is a prized possession and a precious pet. Yes, Crayfish are the 10-legged invertebrates we see wandering around the tank, especially in the substrate. Most of the time, aquarists keep them alone in the tank. However, this should not … Read more
Clownfish is one of the renowned saltwater aquarium fish. They are so popular that even kids know them and have been the main star in an animated Hollywood film. We often see Clownfish living and swimming in the stinging tentacles of sea anemones. Stinging tentacles? Yes, clownfish are immune to the sea anemone sting due … Read more
When we hear about sharks, the first thing that always comes to our mind is their aggression. It is not always the case, like Bala Sharks (Balantiocheilos melanopterus). In the first place, Bala Sharks are not real sharks like those we see in Hollywood movies. They are cyprinids and are close cousins of the carp. … Read more
Done right, a betta tank is a beautiful piece of living decoration that is sure to light up any room. But in our mind, looking at your solitary betta in his pretty aquarium sure does seem lonely. Maybe he’d like some company? Bettas don’t mind being alone, but it’s still a great idea to add … Read more
Think it’s time to give your Betta fish a tankmate? One of the most popular Betta tankmates is shrimp, and they make a great addition to pretty much any tank. Luckily, shrimp and betta are a great pairing. They require similar water conditions, making maintaining the tank much easier than trying to accommodate two species … Read more
Mollies and guppies are among the most common aquarium fish around the world, and they’re especially popular with novice aquarium owners due to their low maintenance requirements, their placid temperaments and their vivid, attractive colors. However, one question many people ask is, can they be kept together in the same tank? To help you understand … Read more
With varying sizes, colors, patterns, and body shapes, goldfish is one of the many aquarium fish bred selectively. But do you know how goldfish mate and breed? Have you seen a mating goldfish? If you have a goldfish or are planning to have one (even if you have no plans of breeding it), read this … Read more
Guppy fish are small freshwater fish that can be found in many different colors, including black, red, orange, yellow, purple, blue, and green. They also come in a wide range of shapes. Guppies are popular with fishkeepers because they are easy to take care of and don’t grow too large. Besides, they are generally very … Read more
To increase aesthetic value, most newbie aquarists mix fish of different species in a single tank. It is why you see some aquariums with multiple species. So many species of fish that it gets overcrowded. Among the fish often mixed are goldfish and guppies. But can they naturally co-exist? How about its water parameters? Join … Read more
Due to their distinctive body stripes, many species have originated from a tiger’s name. One of them is the tiger barb (Puntius tetrazona). The four black vertical bands of this freshwater fish are surprisingly associated with the body stripes of a Sumatran tiger, thus earning it another name: the Sumatra barb. Aside from stripes, the … Read more