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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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There's a breed of goldfish that's sweeping the globe with popularity: it's the Butterfly goldfish. Once virtually unknown, goldfish hobbyists everywhere are n…
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Dropsy is a dreaded word among goldfish keepers, and for good reason. It's one of the most dangerous killers of our fish that can come on suddenly without warn…
Goldfish are seen as easy, low-maintenance pets with fairly minimal care requirements and that demand very little space. While it is true that they are easier…
There's one staple food I couldn't live without: GEL food. Out of the box, it really is not hard to mix up. And it's far superior to flakes or maybe even pelle…
Having real plants in your aquarium is more important than just the aesthetics. Plants offer shelter and security, help purify the water, and provide a more in…
I think I'm in love. I've found my new favorite aquarium pet, and I just can't take my eyes off of them. My goldfish are even getting jealous! What am I talkin…
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