Perhaps one day, you noticed the fins on your aquarium fish looking a little discolored or otherwise abnormal, but you’re not sure what the problem is and hence, aren’t sure how to fix it. In this article, we’ll be looking at the issue of fin rot, and the ways you can identify it and subsequently … Read more
Ich on fish disease has a 100% mortality rate if left untreated. If you do not treat one of your fish suffering from Ich, then you risk losing all of the fish in the tank to the disease in just a matter of days or just a few weeks. Ich on fish is a fatal … Read more
Neon tetra disease (NTD) is among the deadliest fish diseases since it has no cure, and fish found with this disease are usually euthanized to avoid an outbreak and to spare the fish from the debilitating symptoms. On the brighter side, neon tetra disease is easily preventable since its symptoms, causes, and spread are well … Read more
Maybe one day you happened to take a closer look and noticed some fish in your tank displaying bulging eyes and you’re not sure what to do in this situation. In this article, we’ll look at a phenomenon known as popeye disease, including its causes, its symptoms, treatment and prevention options, and if it’s dangerous … Read more
Perhaps one day you came across goldfish in your aquarium behaving strangely, such as them gasping for air at the water’s surface, in which case it may be due to them suffering from ammonia poisoning. In this article, we’ll look at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this phenomenon so that you can prevent your … Read more
Goldfish have been the subject of selective breeding. Some characteristics are isolated to produce desired traits. It is why goldfish have several color combinations, body shapes, scale types, and an assortment of fin designs. But how about red spots? Are they a product of selective breeding? Why do they disappear and reappear after some time? … Read more
Maybe you’ve noticed your fish swim in circular motions. Is it normal? Is this something you should worry about? It is not uncommon for fish to cruise in circles. There could be many different causes of this odd behavior. For example, males can behave this way when protecting their territory. Sometimes the reasons can be … Read more
Guppies sometimes referred to as million fish, are beloved aquatic animals that are recognized for their vivid colors and joyful temperament. Because of their resilience and versatility, they are a preferred option for both novice and professional fish keepers. Just like all biological creatures, guppies are vulnerable to a variety of illnesses that could make … Read more
Why do my fish keep dying? This is one of those dreaded questions beginner hobbyists fear asking. It is a sign of several things going wrong, mainly due to a lack of experience in the field. But do not worry, we have all been worried like you, and we figured out the answers. If your … Read more
Symmetrical color changes are the first things you want to look out for when you are concerned about the color changes in your goldfish. Goldfish are a unique species that were conceived through thousands of years of selective breeding. This has led to goldfish having many dormant genes, including color genes, that regularly affect how … Read more