Fish Behavior

Have you ever wondered how fish see underwater? It’s a common question with a simple answer. Fish don’t need goggles because their eyes are designed to work underwater. They still have the same parts that you do: there’s a cornea, an iris and a pupil, the way the light gets in and bounces around and … Read more

Have you ever wondered how fish are able to smell things underwater? It’s actually pretty amazing how they are able to do it. Fish sniff the water coming through their nostrils (also called nares) to detect chemicals in the water, which can help them avoid predators, locate mates, and also direct their migration. So, how … Read more

When winter comes, many animals prepare for the cold months ahead by gathering food and building shelter. But what do fish do? Some species, like koi and gobies, may burrow into soft sediments and go dormant like frogs and other amphibians, but most fish simply school in the deepest pools and take a “winter rest.” … Read more

Have you ever wondered how fish swim? It’s a fascinating topic and one that we will explore in this article. You will learn about the muscles that contract to move the fish forward and the fins that help to generate thrust and control the fish’s movement. We will also discuss how the caudal fin, or … Read more

Have you ever come home to find one of your fish dead in your tank? It’s a sinking feeling -Literally. You may be wondering how you could have missed the signs that your fish was sick or dying. In this article, we will explore how to tell if a fish is dead so that you … Read more

We all know how we eat, but have you ever wondered how a fish eats? Most of us have probably never given it a second thought, but it’s actually pretty interesting. Fish don’t chew their food the same way we do. Many carnivorous fishes (meat eating) use their sharp teeth to capture and hold prey … Read more

If you’re wondering how fish fertilize eggs, you’re in the right place. This article will explain the process of fish fertilization and what role the external environment plays. You’ll learn about the different ways fish fertilize eggs and how this process affects the development of the embryo. By the end of this article, you’ll have … Read more

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably wondered how fish have intercourse. I know I have. It’s not something that’s talked about very often, but it’s a valid question. After all, fish are animals too, and they must reproduce in order to keep their species alive. So, how do fish do it? So, how does … Read more

Have you ever wondered how fish see the world? It’s an interesting question that not many people think about. In this article, you will learn about how fish see the world and how their eyes are designed to work underwater. You will also learn about the different parts of the fish eye and how they … Read more

Have you ever wondered how fast fish grow? Some fish can grow quite quickly, while others take a much longer time to reach their full size. In this article, we’ll explore how fast fish grow and what factors influence their growth rate. You’ll also learn about how fish growth can be used to manage fish … Read more