Fish can’t meow or tug at your pant leg. They can only gape longingly through the aquarium glass until their message gets across: feed me. But don’t be fooled by how desperately a fish attacks its food at meal time. The diet of a fish in the wild is opportunity-based. They take...

Fish tanks grace a vast number of U.S. homes and doctors’ offices for several reasons: fish are quiet, colorful, inexpensive, and they don’t leave stinky lumps sitting in a box for you to scoop up. But contrary to the popular minimalist image of a sole goldfish swimming in a bo...

A Fish’s Home Healthy, happy fish require clean and safe environment. Let’s make a dry subject silly by taking a pop quiz! Before you clean your fish tank: True or False You should take your fish out of the aquarium every time you clean it. Depending o...

Now you can keep various species of sharks as a pet in your aquarium. A shark In a fish tank may sound strange at first, but it’s not. Many things need to be considered before you get one. From food necessities to choosing the right kind of Shark, it is essential that you take care o...

Corals have only become a widespread feature of saltwater aquariums in recent years, after a period of learning the best methods to keep them alive in tanks. Now it’s hard to imagine a home for saltwater fish without corals’ diverse array of complex shapes and vivid colors. Not...

Even if you’re diligently feeding your corals, they may not be receiving maximum nutrition. In the wild, obtaining the nutrients they need can be catch as catch can. But reef tank corals have the unique opportunity to receive personalized care. One of the most effective ways corals a...

When it comes to remarkable, beautiful fish, few outdo the betta fish (AKA Siamese Fighting Fish). These tropical fish are as adventurous as they are feisty, requiring the right environment to roam and thrive. Historically, betta fish were prized for their fierce fighting matches with anot...