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Color perception also ties to mating displays. Male Cichlids, for instance, use bright colors to attract females. If your lighting's off, it might dull their colors and affect breeding behavior. I use full-spectrum LEDs to keep things popping.

There are no other fish in the tank with Craig. I didn't get a chance to cycle the tank before introducing him, as he was initially in a temporary half-gallon tank with no heater or filter, and I wanted to get him into a better environment ASAP. The tank temperature is stable at 78°F. I haven't had ...

I've got a male Halfmoon Twintail Betta named Craig - he's my first fish and I've only had him for three days now. I set up a 10 gallon tank with all the essentials - heater, filter, and plenty of decorations and hiding spots. Craig's color was great when I first got him - his body's this beautiful ...