Like all animals, fish may carry germs that make people sick. These germs can also contaminate the water in which fish live. Although fish and aquarium water can spread germs to people, illness due to keeping fish is rare. Can fish tank parasites infect humans? Fish roundworms cause a condition in humans called anisakiasis. According…
Yes. You can keep two bettas together, provided they are not both male. Keeping two males together will surely end in a fight to the death. Can 2 betta fish live together? FAQ – Can two betta fish live in the same tank? No, particularly when talking about two male betta fish. You should not…
Some bettas go crazy for sweet fruit like mango, banana, melon, or kiwi fruit. Can betta have fruit? Betta fish may like fruits, but they are not part of its natural diet. According to National Geographic, betta fish can eat meat (such as brine shrimp and live larvae). Along with other freeze-dried or frozen variety…
The best water to add to your tank is tap water, as long as it’s conditioned first. Failing that, you should try using spring water. You should ALWAYS avoid purified or distilled water, as it lacks the necessary minerals and nutrients your betta needs to survive. It’s often beneficial to use a stress coat additive….
No, a betta fish will not be able to see their food in the dark very well at all. Now, if there is a little bit of light, they may be able to see outlines, but this is debatable. Do Betta fish like being in the dark? Betta fish sleep better in darkness. You should…
Plain non glazed ceramic objects such as terracotta pots are universally suitable as aquarium decoration. Just examine carefully to ensure the object is indeed unglazed and not finished in a matte glaze or paint. When using broken pieces of pots be careful to avoid any sharp edges. These can injure both fish and owner. Are…
A cleaner wrasse missing or dead in a 80 g tank should not cause a amonia or nitrate spike. Think about it, you should add much more food than the mass of a Cleaner wrasse each day to your tank. Can dead fish increase nitrates? 2 Overfeeding and overstocking of fish are also significant contributors…
Yes. Fish oil contains Omega 3 fatty acids (namely EPA and DHA), which have anti-inflammatory properties. Can dogs eat fish oil for human? All three forms of fish oil are normally considered safe for both dogs and humans at recommended administration levels. What happens if a dog eats a fish oil? Overdosing with Omega 3s…
Fiddler crabs are legal to keep in most areas, though some landlords might have rules about these animals as pets. Unfortunately, many pet stores keep fiddler crabs in a freshwater aquatic setup, even referring to them as freshwater crabs and then recommending the same setup to new owners. Do fiddler crabs need to come out…
Does room temperature affect fish? Fish, in the wild and in our aquariums, are very sensitive to changes in temperature and a sudden shift can severely affect their immune systems. If the ambient temperature of the aquarium’s room is colder than normal, 3-5 watts per gallon may not be sufficient to maintain the temperature your…
Can you drown a fish if you pull it backwards? Knowing what you now know about fish, gills, and all the amazing wonder that fish are, you could be wondering can fish suffocate if they are pulled backwards through the water. The simple answer is yes, they can. Is it possible for a fish to…
Some fruits and vegetables can be fed raw to the fish, but most vegetables should be blanched prior to being offered to your fish. The best vegetables to blanch or steam are zucchini, squash, cucumbers (remove seeds), lima beans, peas (shell before serving), broccoli, cabbage, lettuce and spinach. Can fish eat vegetables? You can feed…