5 Best Tank Mates for Betta Fish Kuhli Loaches. These eel-like oddball fish grow to about 3.5 inches long and are great scavengers for picking up any excess food your betta drops. Ember Tetras. Malaysian Trumpet Snails. Harlequin Rasboras. Cory Catfish. What kind of fish can I put with a betta? Suitable tank mates…
Insufficient Oxygen in Aquarium Water. Low oxygen levels are rarely a problem if an aquarium is well maintained and not overstocked. However, if fish are gasping at the surface of the water, that should set off a red flag prompting further investigation. Do fish bowls need oxygen? Fish Bowls Restrict Oxygen Levels Fish bowls are…
What do plecos need in a tank? Plecos require plenty of fiber. Supplement with raw zucchini, sweet potato, carrots, lettuce, spinach or cucumbers as a treat once or twice a week. Raw vegetables should be anchored near the bottom of the aquarium. Some plecos require driftwood as part of their diet, supplying them with cellulose…
Can you catch fish anytime of the day? You can catch a lot of fish in the middle of the day with the right approach. Fish are opportunistic predators and will readily eat at any time of day if the right prey presents itself. The warmer water reduces available oxygen and warm sun-lit water can…
Registered. YESS!!!! Hatian (more commonly known as Condy anemones) are one of the most aggressive anemones. They will kill fishJan 14, 2011. Can a fish survive an anemone sting? Unlike other vertebrates, fish only live in water. They use special adaptations like fins, gills, and swim bladders to survive. Anemone tentacles sting and kill other…
That’s because the fish is known to contain mercury. If you’re a fan of tuna, then you may be thinking about giving it to your baby after you introduce your little one to solid foods. In general, pediatricians say parents can start introducing tuna at around 6 months of age. Is tuna Salad safe for…
The most important factor when you’re considering adding bettas and African Dwarf Frogs together is the temperament of your animals. It’s very rare for African dwarf frogs to be aggressive but quite common for bettas. So if you know you have an aggressive betta you should avoid ANY tank mates. Can aquatic frogs live with…
Catholics and Anglicans have a tradition of giving up meat on Fridays throughout the year, hence the practice of eating fish, instead. This restriction is meant to honor the sacrifice of Jesus, who died on the cross on a Friday, by performing a penance, such as abstaining from the eating of warm-blooded animals. Is fish…
For those who genuinely suffer with celiac disease and thought they could never have fried fish again, here’s some good news for you – you can, and you do not have to bother to purchase expensive flour alternatives with which to dust or powder fish before frying. You can season-marinate the fish and cook it…
Can you fish with just a jig? Jigging lures, or jigs, are some of the most versatile lures in that they can be used in just about any place you find fish. These bucktail jigs can be fished by themselves or they can be rigged with a rubber worm, live shrimp or other natural baits…
Around 0.4ml of clove oil per litre of aquarium water is sufficient to cause death in exposed fish. The clove oil should be mixed with a little warm water first before slowly adding it to the aquarium water containing the fish. Do not add all at once as fish get excited – add the clove…
Swimbladder Treatment Bacterial infection of the swim bladder causes fish to lose control of their buoyancy which results in severe stress and untimely death. Does swim bladder disease hurt the fish? Swim bladder disorder refers to a collection of issues affecting the swim bladder, rather than a single disease. Although commonly seen in goldfish and…