Tagged With Cichlids

Close-up of a striped Corydoras catfish grazing on green algae growing on a piece of driftwood

Do Cory Catfish Eat Algae? A Thorough Investigation

12 June 2024

Corydoras catfish can help keep an aquarium clean, but they should not be the only method of algae control in a tank.

Curious-looking Betta fish with a long, flowing tail and iridescent blue-green coloring examining an air pump connected to an airline tubing releasing bubbles

Air Stone vs. Air Pump: What's Best for Your Betta Tank?

11 June 2024

Bettas are often kept in small tanks, and a bubbler can help increase oxygen levels in the water.

Stock photograph of a 10-gallon community aquarium housing 3 female bettas with distinct colorations - blue, yellow, and pink - in a heavily planted environment with Java fern, Anubias, and driftwood.

How Many Female Bettas in a 10 Gallon Tank? A Complete Guide

5 June 2024

The number of female bettas that can live in a 10 gallon tank and the most important things to know to have a successful betta sorority.

Overhead view of a Betta fish with long, flowing fins snarling and displaying its tiny teeth in a glass bowl with aquatic plants

Do Betta Fish Have Teeth? The Bite Behind Their Beauty

31 May 2024

Betta fish have teeth in their throats that are designed to help them eat meat and protect themselves.

Pair of fish examining a snail shell on the substrate of a natural-looking aquarium

The Best Fish That Eat Snails for Natural Aquarium Pest Control: Effective Snail Control

24 May 2024

Loaches, gouramis, and puffers are all examples of fish that eat snails, and while they can be helpful in controlling pest populations in your tank, it's important to understand their care requirements and how they may impact your tank's environment.

Curious betta fish with vibrant purple and red colors swimming near the surface of a dimly lit aquarium

Do Betta Fish Need Light? Exploring Their Illumination Needs

16 May 2024

Good lighting is important for betta fish wellness, activity levels, and color, so it's best to aim for 14-16 hours of light and 8-10 hours of darkness.

Man with magnifying glass inspecting a bright orange female goldfish in a clean aquarium

Determining the Gender of Goldfish: A Guide for Aquarists

16 April 2024

How to tell if a goldfish is male or female through physical characteristics and mating habits.

Detailed image of a frog sitting on a lily pad, inflating its vocal sacs as it lets out a loud croak

Why Do Frogs Croak? The Science Behind Their Distinctive Calls

10 April 2024

Male frogs croak for a variety of reasons, such as to find a mate, protect their territory, and communicate using species-specific calls.

A single neon tetra with its signature blue and red stripe swimming among a group of its kind in a dimly lit, heavily planted aquarium

Cardinal Tetra vs. Neon Tetra: What Are the Differences?

30 March 2024

Major ways that cardinal tetras and neon tetras differ, such as size, coloration, water conditions, and how long they live.

Detailed stock image of a neon tetra with its vibrant blue and red striped body against a backdrop of green aquarium plants

The Best Neon Tetra Stocking Level for a 10-Gallon Tank: A Science-Based Answer

25 March 2024

Optimal neon tetra tank size, how to maintain the water, other fish that can live with neon tetras, and how to keep your fish healthy.

Single yellow male guppy in a glass aquarium with a thermometer showing the water temperature is within the ideal range

Do Guppies Need a Heater? Their Ideal Temperature Range

22 March 2024

Guppies need a heater to keep the water at the right temperature, which is between 72-82°F, in a tropical freshwater tank.

Close-up of a goldfish gills in motion with water pouring into the tank

Do Fish Drink Water? Exploring Hydration in Aquatic Life

7 February 2024

The ways in which freshwater and saltwater fish osmoregulate, including the biological processes involved, and how environmental factors can affect their ability to stay alive.