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11Dec 2021 by admin

Why is my betta fish not eating and not moving?

Betta fish have acquired great popularity among hobbyists who love fish and own an aquarium at home. The cause is its beautiful color and fan-shaped fins. These fish are very sensitive and require very specific care which is they are not paid attention, the consequences could be reflected in their diet and in the long run in their health. There are a number of things that could indicate that something is wrong with our fish and one of these, apart from the loss of appetite, is the lack of activity. If you own this species of fish, and you think it suffers from this type of problem, in fishlists TO WE bring you everything you need to know about in response to your question about"why does my betta fish not…

08Dec 2021 by admin

ROUND FISH TANKS, ARE THEY GOOD OR BAD? EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Blog, freshwater fish

Round fish tanks began to become popular years ago due to their multiple appearances in movies and television series. Hollywood brought us home the possibility of having in our room a small round fish tank with which to enter the world of cold-water fish. Although they are called round fish tanks, the truth is that this type of aquarium does not always have a perfect ball or sphere shape. The common feature of all of them is an opening at the top through which to access their interior. A key opening for feeding fish or carrying out maintenance tasks. These fish tanks usually have a capacity of between 5 and 15 liters and in most cases are made of glass. Although round fish tanks can seem like a great decorative…

03Dec 2021 by admin

16 Different Types of Hedgehogs (With Pictures)

Animals, Blog

Hedgehogs are characteristic animals for having a body covered with useful thorns to protect themselves from predators. They have an excellent vision and smell to get their omnivorous diet, which ranges from fruits and fungi, to carrion and live animals such as earthworms, mammals or snakes, since they are immune to their venom. They are nocturnal animals and belong to the family Erinaceidae. In this article we will introduce you to the different types of hedgehogs, in addition to mentioning which are the sea urchins and if they are related to this terrestrial group. South African hedgehog (Atelerix frontalis) It inhabits Southern Africa, in areas with dense herbaceous plants, gardens and thickets. Its face is dark and has a white stripe on its neck, which separates its white spikes with brown stripes. Its legs have five fingers,…

01Dec 2021 by admin

FLYING FISH: WHERE THEY LIVE, SPECIES, CURIOSITIES AND IMAGES

Saltwater fish

With the great biodiversity that houses the marine environment, it was not for less that it offered us something as curious as a fish that has the ability to fly over the waters of seas and oceans. That's right, fish that can get out of the water and fly exist, hence the name they get from flying fish. Very curious, right? Are you interested in discovering these unique fish called exocetids(Exocoteidae)?? If so, go ahead and delve into this article that we propose from fishlists, where we detail everything about flying fish: where they live, species, curiosities and images. What are flying fish and where they live Belonging to the family of exocetid fish(Exocoteidae), there are currently about 70 species of flying fish. These fish are found to be adesting the warm waters of…

01Dec 2021 by admin

How Do Fish Breathe Underwater?

Blog, freshwater fish

Do fish have lungs? How are fish able to breathe under the fresh and salty waters of the whole world? Ichthyology is the science that is responsible for clarifying these and all those questions related to the amazing world of fish. Both the description of the anatomy, and the breathing system of the fish, and their ecology, are fascinating to know more closely the different habits and characteristics of the different groups of fish. Continue reading this interesting fishlists article to find out how fish breathe, what the fish’s breathing system consists of, as well as the vital importance of gills and other respiratory structures for the survival of these animals. Where the fish breathe Like the rest of the group of animals, fish need to have oxygen in their tissues to survive, thus covering their…

21Sep 2021 by admin

Fishing traps, What types are there and how to make a trap for artisanal fish?

Fishing tips

What are fish traps and what uses do they have? A fish trap is a fishing gear used to capture the specimens by making them enter, by various methods, an enclosed or semi-enclosed enclosure from which it is really difficult or, in fact, impossible, to flee. Obviously, its main use is the capture of aquatic animals without the use of cane but being these same ones that enter the enclosure previously designed for it. These gears are used when we want to fish differently, in areas where we know that, directly, they are more successful than the rod, when we do not want the specimens to be injured, if we only want to observe them for a short interval of time, to get many pieces (always depending on the size, of course)… Types of…

18Sep 2021 by admin

Why are There Bubbles in My Fish Tank?

Plants

If you have just entered the world of aquariums or recently have an aquarium at home, it is likely that if you have natural plants you have wondered why they have small air bubbles attached to their leaves or even rising to the surface. You don't have to be scared, these little bubbles are the oxygen that plants produce when performing photosynthesis. Plants perform photosynthesis and for this they use the CO2 produced by fish, along with a good contribution of light and as a result they eliminate oxygen. That being underwater forms these bubbles that adhere to the leaves of our plants and rise to the surface. When the photosynthesis carried out by the aquarium plants is very intense, the amount of oxygen they can produce is very high and the…

18Sep 2021 by admin

Maine Coon Cat: Full Profile, History, and Care

Cat breeds, Cats

We present one of the cats that have caused more expectation since the species is known: the Maine Coon. Join us in this review for its main characteristics and curiosities. We hope you like what we are going to tell you. The Maine Coon, a very special cat And you're going to realize this from the first glance, as the Maine Coon cat has been revealed as one of the largest cat breeds.. At a popular level, it is even considered that they are the domestic cats, larger. Keep in mind that males weigh between 7 and 10 kilos, and females can reach between 5 and 9 Kg. Learn to recognize a Maine Coon We've already advanced you to the greatness of the Maine Coon,but it's interesting to consider some other physical traits of…

18Sep 2021 by admin

Maltese Bichon Dog Breed Health, Temperament, Feeding – PetGuide

Dog breeds, Dogs

The Maltese Bichon is a breed of small dog and toy or mini, in its smallest version. Its sweet and affectionate appearance makes it one of the most popular and companion dogs, especially in large cities. But it is also a very intelligent dog,close to the people who live with it, squandering in abundance, energy and vitality. To familiarize you with this charming pet, we will talk about its characteristics and curiosities. Origin of the Maltese Bichon One of the first mistakes we usually make with respect to the Maltese Bichon is to consider it originally from the island of Malta. One thing is certain: its origin is Mediterranean. But his name "Maltese" can be considered, in some way, fortuitous. We must go back to the year 2000 BC. C. to meet at the malat. This term derived from the Semitic is defined…

26Jul 2021 by admin

Zebrafish (Danio rerio): Care, Feeding, Breeding and Pictures

freshwater fish

Zebrafish (Brachydanio rerio or Danio rerio) is a cyprinid native to the freshwater of India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. It enjoys a lot of popularity among those who like to have home aquariums, because their basic needs are very easy to cover. It receives the name of zebra for its appearance, being also called danio or banderita. With a tiny size, between 5 and 6 centimeters only, the color of its body is gold or silver, with stripes of a dark blue crossing its length. If you want to know everything you need to have a Zebrafish at home, do not miss this article from fishlists about zebrafish care. Prepare the aquarium Although the Zebrafish is a small fish, it requires a spacious aquarium,due to its nature as a great swimmer and the fact that it prefers to ride…