Understanding the nitrogen cycle can be difficult, but knowing how to cycle your tank correctly is crucial to the health of your fish. We’ll explain what the nitrogen cycle is, how it affects your tank and what you need to do to manage it. What is the nitrogen cycle? The nitrogen cycle is the process … Read more
Live plants are extremely good for fish tanks. Not only do plants look beautiful, but they take up nitrates from the water to use as nutrients, helping to keep the environment safe and clean for your goldfish. The main issue with keeping living plants in a goldfish tank is that goldfish are notorious for digging … Read more
In theory, you can keep a turtle in a large goldfish tank, but that arrangement has pros and cons. In reality, most turtle fans state that keeping goldfish and turtles in the same habitat is not a good idea. In this guide, we discuss why keeping a turtle with goldfish is not generally recommended. Can … Read more
Blanket weed, or water silk, is very common in many ponds around the world, especially ponds in cooler climates and with plenty of water movement. The weed grows wild and can quickly overtake a pond. It’s important to know how to identify it, what it can do, and ways of removing it. As we will … Read more
Getting a new goldfish is so exciting! You can’t wait to introduce your new fishy friend to his tank mates and watch him settle in, right? But you can’t simply put your goldfish into the tank and hope for the best! To give your new pet the best start in his new home, it’s crucial … Read more
Goldfish can make excellent pets! But, if your new fishy friends are going to thrive, you’ll need to know a few basic things about how to set up your goldfish tank properly. Read this guide to find out everything you need to know about setting up a new goldfish tank. What Size Goldfish Tank Should … Read more
Goldfish are pretty much the most popular pet fish on the planet, especially with kids. Traditionally, goldfish were kept in round bowls, often without filtration. But is it cruel to keep a goldfish in a bowl? What kind of fish tank should a goldfish be kept in? And how many goldfish can you keep in … Read more