Archives for Fish
The Indestructible Betta Fish
by Mackenzie M. August 30th, 2011 | Fish
This past July, I wrote an article called Betta Fish: A College Student’s Best Friend.There you can find a convincing argument as to why all college students should have betta fish, and a list of supplies and costs that come along with them. This past week, I have been convinced even further that if there is any low maintenance pet to have, it is the betta fish. Self-sustaining, low-maintenance, and hardy, the betta fish can survive just about any minor catastrophe or inconvenience that may come with college living. Betta fish even have a general life span
Defending the Rights of Goldfish
by Mackenzie M. August 4th, 2011 | Fish
Caution! The story I am about to tell will make animal lovers cringe and gentle souls repulsed.
This mid-summer tragedy happened in my own household. To begin, there is a type of pet out there that is sold for mere pennies or even given free after winning a game. This pet is often not fed, kept in a cheap plastic bag, and left for dead. You all know what I am talking about. This is the story of the poor, unfortunate, and often tragic life of a carnival goldfish. Continuing with the story, this summer, my little sister exclaimed with
This mid-summer tragedy happened in my own household. To begin, there is a type of pet out there that is sold for mere pennies or even given free after winning a game. This pet is often not fed, kept in a cheap plastic bag, and left for dead. You all know what I am talking about. This is the story of the poor, unfortunate, and often tragic life of a carnival goldfish. Continuing with the story, this summer, my little sister exclaimed with
Betta Fish: A College Student’s Best Friend
by Mackenzie M. July 7th, 2011 | Fish
Building on my article Easy Steps to a Green Dorm comes another quick and easy suggestion for making your college dorm both exciting and functional. College students and dorms have come a long way since the stereotypical white-walled box, decorated by empty beer cans and pizza boxes. For today’s modern and trendy college student, a dorm is now a real “home away from home” packed with personal decorations and touches, and unlimited amounts of customizable accessories and personal items.
To truly get that feeling of ‘home’ for many people, one key component needs to be present: a
To truly get that feeling of ‘home’ for many people, one key component needs to be present: a
Fish in the Mail
by Jane Wangersky June 8th, 2011 | Fish
Just today, a friend told me how her dad once brought a tropical fish home from Hawaii for her brother -- in a plastic bag in his lap throughout a five-hour flight. That's one way to transport live fish over a long distance, I guess. After all, you can't just throw the fish in the water and expect it to find its own way.
A less demanding way is the U.S. Postal Service. That's right, you can mail live fish. If you order fish from a breeder outside your region, that's probably how they'll get to you. If you ever
A less demanding way is the U.S. Postal Service. That's right, you can mail live fish. If you order fish from a breeder outside your region, that's probably how they'll get to you. If you ever
Tropical Clown Loach
by Zac Sheffer May 11th, 2011 | Fish
The clown loach, Chromobotia macracanthus, is a tropical freshwater fish belonging to the Corbitidate family. These fish are found in the inland waters in Indonesia on the islands of Sumatra and Bornea and have become popular in freshwater aquarium trade around the world. The clown loach has a few peculiarities and requires a large tank, 60-100 gallons, so it is not recommended as a beginning fish. [Click here to learn about beginner fish]
The clown loach is a whitish-orange to reddish-orange with three thick, black, triangular, vertical bands. The fish also has a movable spine that lies in a
The clown loach is a whitish-orange to reddish-orange with three thick, black, triangular, vertical bands. The fish also has a movable spine that lies in a
