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Lindsey discovered her passion for fish keeping after a junior high school field trip to the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago. Prior to becoming Editor-in-Chief of It's a Fish Thing, Lindsey studied marine biology at the University of California-Santa Cruz. She loves goldfish, tetras, and mystery snails, and recently began experimenting with a saltwater aquarium.
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As cat lovers, we try to be as cautious as possible and keep our home cat-proof, but our curious kitties sure love to exhibit those natural hunting instincts t…
Even though Betta Fish are some of the most popular fish to own as pets, not everyone knows how to properly care for them. As a result, many Betta Fish only li…
Betta fish are a real feast for the eyes, and their shimmering colors and sail-shaped fin make them a much-desired pet fish. They come in an array of colors an…
One of the worst things a betta fish owner can witness happening to their betta's beautiful long fins is to watch pieces of them waste away. This tragic illnes…
Dojo Loaches, also known as Weather Loaches or Pond Loaches, are unique fish to have in a home aquarium. They are easy to care for, making them great for begin…
Electric Blue Rams are a fairly new color morph of the Common Ram Cichlid, having been introduced in 2009. They are not as common as other Rams, but they're st…
From a distance, you may notice duckweed on the surface of a body of water and think it’s algae. But this shady, flowering plant actually blocks much of the su…
Livebearers are fish that don’t lay eggs, but rather incubate the eggs inside their bodies and give birth to live, free-swimming young. Livebearer babies, or f…
Corydoras catfish, corys, or cory catfish for short, come in a wide variety of colors and are one of the easiest freshwater fish to keep. A popular choice for…
Many people get fish because they are easier and more affordable to care for than other pets. Although some fish are an affordable and low-maintenance option,…
