Pet Fish

Gramma fish or basslets are stunningly colored saltwater fish. They breed easily in the home aquarium and are great for beginners. Technically, female gramma fish do not actually get pregnant,...

Goldfish are one of the most popular pets in the world. Inexpensive, easy to care for and hardy, they can be found living in bowls by themselves, in pairs, or even in large communities in big...

Breeding beta fish can be done at home when the proper conditions are in place, but requires close attention and care.

Discerning a male from a female salmon can be difficult depending on the species of salmon you're looking at and the time of year-during winter months it is almost impossible to tell them...

Male bettas reach sexual maturity after 3.5 months of age. Some male bettas will begin to develop bubble nests in their bowl or aquarium to indicate readiness for mating. The bubble nest serves as...

If you have male and female fish in a pond, chances are that the female will show signs of pregnancy at some point. If so, and if you'd like to raise the babies also, remove the eggs and place...

Male and female betta fish are easy to distinguish by their fins, coloration and aggression levels. Pet stores make it even easier by labeling the bowls or containers of male and female betta...

Guppies are often purchased through pet stores, and a large number of female guppies are already pregnant by the time they are purchased. This is because male and female guppies are housed...

Betta fish are common aquarium animals prized for their beauty. It is easy to determine the sex of most adults, although the differences between younger fish are less pronounced. In addition to...

Betta fish are popular pets and are known for their distinct coloration and elaborate displays. Originally from Asia, wild Betta fish live in slow moving rivers and shallow rice paddies. They are...

Betta Fish, otherwise known as the Siamese Fighting Fish, are very aggressive and dangerous. Read this article and find out how to raise them!

This is how you can fill your fish tank full of platys & guppies. It is really easy, and pretty cheap!

Female guppies can become pregnant at just 3 months old. It's common for female guppies, that have reached that age and that are housed with male guppies, to be pregnant. Once a guppy mates with a...

Beta fish are beautiful companion fish often kept as a pet in the United States. Their meager requirements make them an excellent choice for a child's bedroom, bathroom decoration or even an...

Many people have aquariums in their homes, filled with goldfish. Often, they won't have a clue that they have fish of both genders in their aquariums until they see baby fish swimming around. It...

So you want to breed betta fish. Maybe you're doing it for a hobby. Maybe you're doing it for the money. Maybe you're even breeding them to enter the prize fry in betta shows. Whatever the case,...

When a male betta is healthy, he always builds a bubblenest in the hopes that a fertile female will soon swim by. It is the male who takes care of the baby fish (fry). He spits out a series of...

Parrot fish, a species of tropical marine fish, are beloved by aquarium owners for their bright colors and unique body shape. They are commonly found in the wild where there is an abundance of...

Guppies are the infamous reproducer at the aquarium store, and for good reason. Guppies mate more often than most fish, boasting larger fry litters and the ability to get pregnant again within a...

Before Koi reproduce they must reach a length of 10 inches or longer. Once the Koi have reached that length they will reach sexual maturity and their sexual organs will develop fully. Male Koi...

Young fish migrate through their natal streams to the ocean. There they grow, eat and reach sexual maturity in about three to five years, depending on the species of salmon. Once they are old...

Unlike many breeds of fish that lay eggs, live bearing fish give birth to live young. Novice tropical fish hobbyists should select easy to breed live bearers, such as guppies, mollies and platys...

During spawning season, a biological switch is thrown inside of fish, and they turn their thoughts to mating. Some fish (like salmon) swim all the way back to their childhood spawning grounds,...

Most people are familiar with the types of shrimp they see on their plate, but the term shrimp is a broad term that refers to any of about 2,000 species of small (as tiny as a fingernail to over...

Guppies are one of the easiest species of fish to breed because of their quick reproductive cycles and their near-constant willingness to breed. Many of the female fancy guppies sold in pet stores...

Bettas (Siamese fighting fish) are not that difficult to breed in captivity, but housing them all can be problematic. Since Bettas attack each other, especially the males, you have to house them...

Black mollies are an easy fish to care for as well as being attractive and sociable with other freshwater fish. Because black mollies are able to breed so often, it is possible to breed them five...

Betta fish or Japanese fighting fish are fun to breed, but they are a bit of work to get it all to work out well and for you to end up with fry.

Breeding beta's takes patience and care, but the rewards are well worth the effort. If you have the extra space required to properly house the young fish, as well as the extra time involved in...

If you house together at least one female guppy and at least one male guppy, chances are you will eventually have a crowded fish tank. Guppies breed like rabbits and watching the babies grow is a...

Guppies have become popular aquarium fish all over the world. If you've only seen the pale green versions of this fish, you may be surprised to learn that there are many diversely colorful...

With intriguing parental behaviors and stunning coloration, the kribensis cichlid is an excellent addition to any aquarium setup. They are easy to keep and breed as well.

Sexing a goldfish is an important part of its ownership. Determining the correct sex of your goldfish can help you name your goldfish suitably or plan breeding activities. Tell the sex of the...

Many people love the amazing colors and ease of care of Betta fish, also know as siamese fighting fish. Breeding betta fish is a fairly simple task and can be done at home in a simple 10 gallon tank.