Aquarium Nexus

Guppy Fish Care Guide – Water Conditions, Feeding, Breeding

Guppy Fish, Poecilia reticulate, is one of the renowned aquarium tank fish. Many people, including those who know nothing about aquarium tanks, will tell you something about this type of aquarium fish. A large percentage of aquarium tanks enthusiasts have had the guppy fish at least once in their aquarium…

Discus Fish Care Guide – Tank Conditions, Feeding, Breeding

Nearly every aquarist will tell you that discus fish is the king or the diva of the aquarium. Whichever reasons these wonderful names, we are yet to find out. Discus are a group of fish that belong to the Family Cichlidae. Their regal colors and majestic beauty goes unnoticed in…

Angelfish Care Guide – How to Keep Freshwater Angelfish

Angelfish are by all means the most recognized and adored freshwater fish that have become common in many aquariums. An angelfish is scientifically known as Pterophyllum scalare (although there are other species) and it is found in the family Cichlidae. Anyway, that’s not so important for now unless you want…

Do Betta Fish Need a Heater?

Betta fish is a wonderful and fantastic pet to keep at home. These beautiful creatures can live up to 3 years old and up to 3 inches in length. They are not aggressive, and for this reason, they have been the number one choice for beginner aquarists as they are…

20 Fish Species that Are Not for Beginners

Some of the most beautiful and popular fish available for aquariums are the wrong choice for beginners. But other types of fish should do well for a beginner aquarist. As a beginner, the choice of fish to keep can get very confusing, mainly because there is little information on good…

Why do Betta Fish Make Bubbles at Water Surface?

Have you experienced bubble clusters on the water surface in your aquarium tank? Many aquarists wonder if their betta is still okay when there are bubbles on their fish tank water. These are clusters, and they are entirely normal among betta fish. The bubbles are also a sign that the…

Betta Fish Feeding Guide: Food Type, Schedule, Quantity & Frequency

If you are looking for a fish pet that is easy to keep and entertaining at the same time, then betta fish might be what you're looking for. Understanding how to food the fish properly could even be better to help you keep them alive for a long time. Experienced…

White Spots on Betta Fish – How to Treat Ich Disease?

Ich or Ick is one of the most common betta fish diseases, although it is preventable and treatable. It is caused by an external water based parasite that causes malaise, itchiness, and irritation after latching onto the body of a betta fish. Ich is caused by the parasite ciliate protozoan…

Why did my Betta Fish Die?

Betta fish, also known as, the Siamese fighting fish, is a popular fish in the aquarium trade. It has a life span of approximately three to five years. The Betta fish is very territorial and it can live alone comfortably however, it does not mind living with other tank mates.…

Swordtail Fish Feeding Schedule

So you just bought some swordtails and wondering what and how to feed them. As a beginner, you might think that fish are hungry every time you approach the aquarium. This is partially true, because in the wild the food does not come in such an abundance as in aquariums.…