The Fish category covers everything you need to know about aquarium fish, from choosing the right species to understanding their behavior, care needs, and compatibility. Fish are the heart of any aquarium, and proper knowledge is essential to keep them healthy, active, and stress-free.
This category is designed to help beginners and hobbyists learn about different types of fish and how to keep them safely in a home aquarium.Aquarium Fish
If you have an aquarium, chances are that you have noticed small snails in your tank, either intentionally introduced by yourself or on their own. This has caused quite a stir among beginners. While some believe snails to be beneficial, others consider them pests. So what is the real truth? In this beginner’s guide, we […]
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Finding a shrimp outside the aquarium is shocking. One day everything looks fine, and the next morning you notice a dried shrimp on the floor or stuck behind the tank. Many beginners assume it was an accident or bad luck. In reality, shrimp jumping out of a tank is almost always a sign that something
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One of the most exciting moments in shrimp keeping is seeing your first berried female. Tiny eggs under her belly, then weeks later, baby shrimp appearing everywhere. For many beginners, this phase feels magical. And then, without warning, it stops. No more berried females. No babies. The shrimp are still alive, still eating, but breeding
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Seeing a shrimp molt usually feels like a good sign. Molting means growth. It means the shrimp was alive, active, and developing. So when a shrimp molts and then dies shortly after, it feels confusing and frustrating, especially for beginners. Many people assume molting itself killed the shrimp. In reality, molting is rarely the real
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Copper poisoning is one of the most silent and misunderstood killers in shrimp tanks. Many beginners lose shrimp without ever realizing copper was the reason. Fish look fine. Water looks clean. Filters are running. And yet, shrimp start dying one by one, often after a water change or after adding something new to the tank.
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If you spend even a little time in aquarium groups or forums, you will see red cherry shrimp described as “easy,” “beginner friendly,” and “perfect for first-time shrimp keepers.” That sounds reassuring. But then you also see posts about shrimp dying suddenly, disappearing overnight, or failing to breed. That’s when the doubt starts creeping in.
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Few things are more frustrating than seeing red cherry shrimp die right after a water change. Before the change, everything looks fine. Shrimp are grazing, active, and behaving normally. Then, within hours or a day, you notice shrimp lying on their side, moving slowly, or suddenly disappearing. For beginners, this can feel confusing and discouraging.
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If you’re new to aquariums and looking for something small, colorful, and interesting, red cherry shrimp are often one of the first creatures people hear about. They’re tiny, bright red, constantly moving, and surprisingly fun to watch. At the same time, beginners often feel confused about them. Are they fish or something else? Are they
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Blackwater aquariums have a very different feel compared to bright planted tanks. The water looks tea-colored, the light feels soft, and the fish behave in a calmer, more natural way. For beginners, blackwater tanks can actually be easier to manage, but only if the right fish are chosen. Not every fish enjoys soft, acidic water,
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Most of the time, many beginning aquarium owners tend to get concerned when their fish stay concealed by plants, rocks, or decorations all day. Generally, it is normal for fish to hide at times, but if a fish continuously hides, it could mean something in the aquarium is making it uncomfortable.The good news? Most of
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