Fish like neon tetras can blow bubbles for natural reasons. However, if they do that persistently, especially at the top of the tank, it usually suggests that something is wrong. When I first faced that issue I had no idea what to do. Fortunately, over the years, I gained some experience in this topic. In …
Catching your neon tetra breathing too fast can be pretty scary. That was at least how I felt when I first saw my little creature breathing heavily for no apparent reason. A few years ago, I conducted extensive research on the topic and gained a lot of experience while doing so. In this article, I …
Breeding neon tetras can be a challenging task that often raises questions. When I first started this hobby, I wondered if neon tetras were livebearers. Coming from a background with guppies and mollies, I assumed neon tetras also give birth to live fry. However, I soon discovered that I was mistaken. In this article, I …
The first question fish owners often ask when they discover a new batch of neon tetra eggs is whether they are fertilized. I remember having the same question when I first encountered them a few years ago. Over time, I’ve learned to distinguish between fertilized and unfertilized eggs and noticed common traits among fish eggs …
Neon tetra eggs can pose a significant challenge when it comes to hatching. That’s exactly how I felt when I first encountered them in my own tank. Understanding this, I have taken it upon myself to compile an article that gathers all the crucial information, providing a step-by-step guide to the hatching and caring process. …
Many fish owners raise questions when it comes to breeding neon tetras, with one of the most common being whether these fish can lay eggs without a male. Yes, female neon tetras can lay eggs without a male. This process is called “spawning.” However, these eggs will not be fertilized and thus will not develop …
One of the most frequently asked questions I receive about neon tetras is how many eggs they lay. Since this can vary significantly, I have dedicated an entire article to address this topic. Additionally, I will provide guidance on maximizing the number of neon tetra eggs, allowing you to either raise a large number of …
The appearance of neon tetra eggs raises many questions, with the most common being how long it takes for them to hatch That was exactly what I was wondering when I first encountered them. I had no idea how much time was considered too long, and when I should give up on hatching the current …
Discovering neon tetra eggs in your tank can be overwhelming, especially if you have no previous experience in this field. When I first found them, I panicked. I didn’t know what steps to take to care for the unborn fry or whether I should do so at all. In this article, I will guide you …
Neon tetra eggs are fascinating to encounter in your tank. I was pretty excited when I first saw them. However, I had to determine whether these were 100% neon tetra eggs or if a snail or another shrimp were responsible for this batch. In this article, I will detail what fertilized, unfertilized, and fungus-infected neon …