Do Fish Need Light at Night?

Do Fish Need Light at Night?

While we know that aquarium fish need light during the day, most aquarists have trouble deciding whether to keep the lights on at night. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you out! The fact is most aquarium fish don’t need light in the nighttime. Because fish don’t close their eyes, you’ll have to dim … Read more

Aquarium Scuds: What Are They & What To Do About Them

Aquarium Scuds: What Are They & What To Do About Them

If you’ve seen tiny shrimp-like creatures in your tank and didn’t put them there, don’t panic; they’re probably just aquarium scuds. Scuds are small invertebrates that are mostly found in freshwater ecosystems. While they have some benefits to aquarium inhabitants, when they form a colony, they can become hard to remove from your tank and … Read more

Bumblebee Catfish Care Guide: Types, Diet, Tanks, Tank Mates, Breeding

Bumblebee Catfish Care Guide: Types, Diet, Tanks, Tank Mates, Breeding

The bumblebee catfish is a beautiful and exciting tropical fish that any aquarist would enjoy in their home aquarium. These freshwater fish aren’t only easy to take care of, but they’re nocturnal, so you get to see them when they are active in the evening if you’re out at work during the day. Keeping any … Read more