Tagged With Shrimps and Snails

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.

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.

Portrait of a male betta fish with iridescent fins resting in a freshwater aquarium surrounded by plants

Why Did My Betta Fish Die? Top Causes and Prevention Tips

6 June 2024

Betta fish die for a number of reasons, from water conditions to tank size, disease, and care needs that will help them live long, healthy lives.

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.

Group of orange, white, and yellow koi fish swimming together in a clear outdoor pond surrounded by river rocks and aquatic plants

How Big Do Koi Fish Get? Genetics, Diet, and More

4 June 2024

Koi can reach lengths of over 3 feet, and genetics, water quality, and diet all play a role in how big they get.

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.

Close-up of a tiny, striped land snail inching its way across a leaf

Snail Speed: How Fast Can These Mollusks Move?

30 May 2024

Snail speeds can vary widely depending on the species, temperature, and habitat, but they usually fall between 0.03 and 0.7 mph.

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.

A large, vibrant snail with an iridescent shell slowly swimming through a shallow tide pool

Can Snails Swim? Unveiling the Aquatic Abilities of Gastropods

27 May 2024

Snails can swim by using their foot muscles, which goes against the idea that snails are not mobile and are slow animals.

Close-up of a colorful Dwarf Gourami fish picking at algae on aquarium decor

What Do Small Fish Eat? Nutritional Requirements for Healthy Aquarium Fish

25 May 2024

In both freshwater and saltwater tanks, small fish will consume a combination of algae, crustaceans, insect larvae, and other microorganisms.

Pastel-colored veiltail betta fish laying motionless on the bottom of an overstocked aquarium

Why Is My Betta Fish Laying at the Bottom of the Tank? Decoding Betta Behavior

6 May 2024

Causes of betta fish laying at the bottom of the tank, such as poor water quality, tank conditions, stress, illness, and acclimation.