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This topic is pretty dear to my heart because I care about fish. I love fish and my main goal when taking care of them and writing to help others take care of them is to be sure the fish is getting the best care possible. There are a lot of things people do wrong … Read more
Whether you are just watching fish jump around in a lake or river, Or you have a problem with your fish jumping out of the water in your pond or aquarium, it can be fascinating to watch. But why do fish jump out of water? The problem here is fish don’t jump out of the … Read more
Choosing the right substrate for your freshwater aquarium seems like a daunting task when you first start out. And you know what? It is a daunting task even for us experts. The truth is, choosing a substrate can be as easy or as complicated as you want to make it. If you are trying to … Read more
Corydoras need a fairly large tank, and a 30 gallon is a good start in giving them what they require. With that said, you may need to know how many cory catfish you can put in a 30-gallon tank before it’s overstocked. There are a few things you need to consider. There are 2 maximum … Read more
Corydoras are great starter fish for someone whos relatively new to the hobby. While they are slightly more sensitive to water quality than some of the other fish on this list, they are still very hardy overall. So, if you’re just starting out, how many cory catfish can you put in a 5-gallon tank? The … Read more
Seeing your dojo loach that on a normal day is happily slithering around at the bottom of the tank, only to find that it’s now floating at the surface can be concerning. So when is it normal for a dojo loach to float, and when is it a cause for concern? And what other reasons … Read more
Notice your zebra loach tends to shy away or outright hide most of the time? That’s pretty normal behavior actually, and in most cases, it’s perfectly fine. Here’s what you can do to help them feel more comfortable and when you should start to worry. Why do zebra loaches hide? It’s not just zebra loaches … Read more
Will zebra loaches eat nerite snails? How about mystery snails or apple snails? It’s important to know what snails a loach will actually try to eat so you can plan accordingly with your snail choices and potential tank mates. Will zebra loaches eat nerite snails, Mystery snails, and Apple snails? In general, These snails are … Read more
Loaches are great little fish that can make a big difference in your aquarium. They are very active and will help keep the tank clean. Cherry shrimp are also great little creatures that can add some color and pizzazz to your aquarium. So, can these two be tank mates? The answer is yes! Zebra loaches … Read more
Fish can get fat for many reasons, especially in an aquarium tank setup. You may have noticed your zebra or yoyo loach has a bigger belly than usual or a distended stomach. This can be normal, but in some cases, your loach may have a serious problem. Since there are many reasons your loach may … Read more