Fish Keeping Academy

Although it is not impossible, it is unusual for female betta fish to make bubble nests. Usually, the male betta will build a bubble nest to attract a female. She will inspect the quality of the nest...

Aquarium snails are one of the most annoying pests a fishkeeper can face. A few snails appear out of nowhere and can quickly take over a tank. Not only are they a nuisance, but snails can also carry...

Betta fish can be solitary creatures, often hiding away in the dark corners of their tank. So do betta fish need light, and if so, what kind of light do they need? Betta fish need a period of...

As a betta owner, you will understand the pleasure this beautiful and intelligent fish can bring, which makes it difficult to accept when they become sick beyond treatment. Should you sit and watch...

Most fish keepers would love to know how to get fish tank water crystal clear, and the harder they try the cloudier the water gets. I know many people that struggle with cloudy water, and have lost...

Using fish tank gravel as your aquarium substrate not only helps your aquarium mimic a fish's natural habitat, it also plays an essential role in the aquarium's ecosystem. Over time, however, gravel...