Tagged With Goldfish

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.

Inquisitive goldfish approaching a group of lively guppies in a planted aquarium

Can You Keep Guppies and Goldfish in the Same Tank? Compatibility Guide

10 June 2024

Guppies and goldfish require different water temperatures, tank sizes, and have different aggression levels, so they are not good tankmates.

Elderly, pale white goldfish with a long, flowing tail resting on the bottom of a tank with dark gravel and live plants

Why Is My Goldfish Turning White? Exploring the Causes

9 June 2024

Reasons why goldfish might turn white are bad water conditions, low-quality food, stress, old age, and genetic defects.

Close-up portrait of a vibrant blue Betta fish with dramatically flared fins, illuminated by soft studio lighting

Can Betta Fish See in the Dark? Exploring Their Low-Light Vision

9 June 2024

Betta fish can see very well in the dark because of things like the tapetum lucidum, which helps them see in dim light.

Three small goldfish clustered together, appearing to sleep soundly in a planted freshwater tank

Goldfish Sleep: Uncovering the Mysteries of Underwater Rest

30 May 2024

How goldfish have unique sleep patterns compared to humans, such as their ability to sleep with their eyes open and the absence of REM sleep.

Owner's hand sprinkling goldfish flakes into an aquarium, with goldfish swimming in the background

How Often Should You Feed Goldfish? Ideal Feeding Schedule

23 May 2024

The right way to feed your goldfish, including feeding times, how much to feed, and the best food for a healthy tank and healthy fish.

Large orange and white Comet goldfish with flowing fins, intently eyeing a group of smaller tropical fish in an aquarium with lush decor

Can Goldfish Eat Other Fish? A Look at Predatory Behaviors

18 May 2024

Goldfish are omnivores and will consume smaller fish, as well as their eggs and fry, because of their diverse menu.

Large, spotted snail crawling across a marigold plant, leaving a trail of slime

Marigold Munchers: What Eats Marigolds and How to Stop Them

14 May 2024

Pests that marigolds repel, like rabbits, deer, snails, slugs, and beetles, and how marigolds can be used for natural pest control.

Close-up of a brightly colored, gracefully swimming goldfish in a well-filtered aquarium

Are Goldfish Healthy? An In-Depth Look

4 May 2024

Looking at the research to determine if goldfish really are a good pet option, from the size of the tank they need to what they eat and the quality of the water they live in.

Male betta fish in full courtship display, with extended fins, facing a female in a tank filled with bubble nests

Betta Fish Mating: Courtship, Nests, and Reproductive Strategies

25 April 2024

The intricate reproductive biology of betta fish, which involves courtship displays, spawning acts, and male parental care.

Close-up portrait of a pale orange Persian kitten with vibrant blue eyes

Why Do Kittens' Eyes Change Color? The Science Behind the Feline Eye Transformation

24 April 2024

A kitten's eyes will go from blue to their final color between 7-12 weeks due to a combination of pigmentation and genetics.

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.