As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! For all their beauty, large fish and the large aquariums they need can be a hassle to maintain. With as much waste as these animals create it takes a powerful unit and …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! At first glance, all pond liners really do look alike! They all seem to be made of synthetic black material that looks identical across brands. You might be surprised to learn that …
Betta fish are one of the most popular aquarium fish available. Neon Tetras are as well. But can neon tetra and betta fish coexist in the same tank peacefully? We have all heard that bettas can be aggressive and attack other fish. The short answer is yes. In the right circumstances, neon tetra and betta …
Thanks to their popularity and brilliant colors koi are instantly recognizable by people all over the world. Koi care may seem complex, given the beauty of the ponds and aquascaping involved. But they have basic requirements that any well-educated pond keeper can provide. And this handy koi fish care guide will arm you with just …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! So you’ve decided to get a betta. Congratulations! Betta fish are one of the most attractive and rewarding pet fish there are. And naturally, you want to make sure your betta has …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Don’t leave the well being of your fish to chance. Many heaters with built in thermostats fail and get stuck on, frying your fish! Don’t let this happen to you. Protect them …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Are you looking for something to spruce up your aquarium but don’t want a lot of extra hassle? If so you should try a planted aquarium or planted tank. Low light aquarium …
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As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! If you found this article you already know a heater is something you need for your fish tank. You care enough about your finned friends that you want to make sure they …
There are a lot of reasons betta fish are an interesting fish to keep. For one, they are showy and have great personalities. But they also have some very interesting behaviors and one of those behaviors is building bubble nests. You may have heard about them or seen them in your own betta tank. They …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Buying a new aquarium can be needlessly complicated. There are so many factors to take into account when buying individual components. Also, the cost goes up considerably when purchasing items singly. I’ve …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! The weather is continuing to cool and the leaves have stopped falling into your pond. It looks like winter is around the corner once again! If you live in a region where …
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Betta Fish are one of the most popular fish to keep as pets. Most pet stores sell them in small plastic cups with no decoration, substrate or cover. This can cause a …
Koi fish are a very popular ornamental fish and for good reason. They can be found in beautiful koi ponds across the world. One of their key characteristics that is hard to miss is their size. But just how big do koi fish get? How Big Do Koi Get? The largest koi known as jumbo …
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Of all the tools in the pond keeper’s toolbox, a pond vacuum is one that tends to get skipped. Many pond keepers simply wade into their pond for hours of scrubbing when …
Understanding Axolotl care is a question that often arises when new aquarists lay eyes on these unusual amphibians for the first time. With their prehistoric appearance and charming expressions, Axolotls are great first amphibians that are in many ways a blend of the herpetology and aquarium worlds! The Axolotl At a Glance Let’s take a …
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As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Deciding what Axolotl food to offer is a major part of keeping these ancient-looking amphibians alive and healthy. While they aren’t difficult to feed Axolotls won’t always accept the foods you offer. …
You may have just purchased some koi or have kept them for a long time. Either way, you may eventually notice that koi will jump on occasion. But why do they jump? Why Do Koi Fish Jump Out of The Water? Koi fish may jump out of the water if they are spooked by predators, …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Tired of waiting ages for your aquarium plants to thrive? Skip that step and plant fast growing aquarium plants instead. To get you started, I’ve covered five of the best in this …
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Carbon dioxide (CO2) regulators are an essential part of the planted aquarium keeper’s toolkit. But to safely bleed off CO2 in amounts small enough you need to ensure you have the best …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! In order to find the best 10 gallon fish tank for your home you need some basic aquarium knowledge. Also, once you know what you are looking for you need to know …
Wondering which of those beautiful koi in your pond are male and which are female? Learning how to sex koi fish isn’t as simple as with some species. With a little knowledge though it isn’t too difficult. There are a handful of traits to look for when determining the sex of your koi. This can …
Sponge filters have been around for decades; in fact, they were likely some of the first filters ever used by aquarists. While many truly are a sponge attached to an airline hose, this basic design has been improved upon by inventive manufacturers time and time again over the years. Nowadays we have options that greatly …
Disclaimer: This article includes affiliate links. If you choose to purchase any of the products we have discussed in this article, we may receive a small commission. Goldfish are aquarium classics for good reason. These pretty little tank critters are bright, colorful, and interesting to watch as they inquisitively explore the aquarium. Yet they can …
Koi fish are a widely popular ornamental fish matched in popularity only by the very koi ponds they inhabit. As amazing as a well-designed koi pond can be, they aren’t an option for everyone. Even those with a koi pond may be wondering if their koi fish can live in a tank during the winter …
“Fish pond in winter” by Muffet is licensed under CC BY 2.0 As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! A well-stocked koi pond is quite an investment. That’s why when the temperature drops, proper koi pond winterization is so important. Fall Preparation In …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Koi fish are one of the most popular types of fish to keep, and for good reason. They are very hardy, grow large and are very beautiful. Given this, you should consider …
Disclaimer: This article includes affiliate links. If you choose to purchase any of the products we have discussed in this article, we may receive a small commission. We love our koi and we always want the best for them, right? Sometimes they can make it a little hard to love them. They’re the messiest …
Aquariums allow us to gaze into another world at all kinds of amazing aquatic life. They also give us a better understanding and appreciation for the planets ponds, lakes, rivers, and oceans. The great thing is that most of us in the United States are just a short drive away from one of these aquariums. …
Disclaimer: This article includes affiliate links. If you choose to purchase any of the products we have discussed in this article, we may receive a small commission. A while back I was looking at my aquarium and realized it looked a bit bare. Sure, I had the fish and a few plants, but the tank …
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Introducing the Siamese Fighting Fish Betta fish were historically known as Siamese fighting fish. They have had a relationship with humans going back more than 200 years. As their historical name implies, these fish were first used for sport fighting in southeast Asia. Now, they are known as one of the most popular aquarium fish. …
Bettas make a great fish for anyone interested in fish keeping. Not only are they beautiful but they are also very easy to care for. Still, you can be left with a lot of questions. One of those questions may be how do I feed my new Betta? What kind of food, how often, and …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! No doubt you’ve seen all of those cute bettas in little containers at the pet store. No filter, no decor, no heater. Many betta owners have cute little betta bowls with nothing …
Picture this. You’ve got a great aquarium full of lively fish. Maybe it’s a new aquarium. Maybe you just added some fish from the pet store. Either way, your excitement soon turns to alarm when you notice your fish acting strangely. Even more alarming are the little white spots all over your fish. You’ve got …
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As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! If you’re shopping for aquariums you’ve already likely seen dozens of different rectangle and square designs. But have you considered setting up a tank that’s a bit curvier? Bow front aquariums use …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! What’s the major downside to keeping betta fish? In my opinion, it’s the fact that they must be kept separate due to their aggressive nature. To remedy this, you can opt for …
Do betta fish sleep? For someone new to betta fish, this is a question that sometimes comes up. You may see your betta laying down on some plants or some decor and wonder what’s going on. The short answer is yes, betta fish do sleep. In fact, all fish sleep. But they don’t sleep quite …
Does it look as if your Betta has suddenly forgotten how to swim properly? A Betta stuck at the bottom or unable to leave the surface may have a Swim Bladder Disorder. These disorders are very common in the hobby and sometimes difficult to treat because they can come from a variety of sources. So …
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A butterfly koi swimming gracefully through a pond is a beautiful sight. With its long-flowing fins, it’s no wonder that this relatively new variety of koi has seen a surge in popularity. What are butterfly koi? In the simplest terms, butterfly koi is a long-finned variety of the ever-popular koi fish. Butterfly koi is the …
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As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! With so many models on the market right now it can be hard deciding on the right hang on the back (HOB) filter for you. Most stores carry as many as a …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! When setting up a turtle tank a filter should be one of the first pieces of equipment you consider. Filters are important because they maintain the health of your self-contained ecosystem. Many …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! If you have found this page then you probably already understand the importance of media for your aquarium. But, not just any old media will do. You want to find the best …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Are you looking to get a new Betta? Or do you already have one but want to give the little fish the tank it deserves? If so let’s take a look at …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Aquarium substrate is an essential part of any planted tank. It gives your plants somewhere to root and provides essential nutrition. But it’s more complicated than simply buying any old substrate and …
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At first, it was just a slight white ring around his eye. But eventually, his eye began to swell. At this point I knew, my beautiful betta has popeye! This led me to investigate what exactly this is, what causes it, and most importantly how to cure betta popeye! What Is Popeye In Betta Fish? …
So, how long do koi fish live? These fish can live to be anywhere from 20 to over 200 years old. The average life span is between 20-50 years old. If you are considering keeping koi fish you sure need some real commitment! The longest-lived koi fish is a female named Hanako. She lived to …
Disclaimer: This article includes affiliate links. If you choose to purchase any of the products we have discussed in this article, we may receive a small commission. Do you have a planted aquarium that doesn’t look quite as verdant as you’d like? Or are you thinking about upgrading from a fishbowl to a planted aquarium? …
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. The Witty Fish is reader-supported and we hope you love the products we recommend! Are you considering the Fluval 406 Canister Filter for your tank? One of the most important considerations when setting up a fish tank is water filtration. A water filter is one item …