Aquarium Knowledge Base

Your source for proven aquarium guides in Canada.

Learn how to:
• Breed betta fish successfully
• Culture live foods like scuds and daphnia
• Improve fish health, growth, and coloration
• Master water parameters and tank setups

All guides are based on real-world breeding systems, not theory.

Start with our most popular guides below or explore by category.

Popular Guides
before and after betta fish color improvement showing pale stressed betta vs vibrant healthy betta after proper diet and clean water
How to Improve Betta Fish Color
Learn how to improve betta fish color naturally. Fix fading, dull colors, and bring out vibrant reds and blues fast. Read more...
macro shot of a freshwater scud with black background
Best Live Food for Betta Fish
Discover the best live food for betta fish. Compare scuds, brine shrimp, daphnia, and more for growth, color, and breeding success. Read more...
sick betta fish hiding in cave not eating showing stress and illness signs in aquarium
Why Is My Betta Fish Not Eating?
Betta fish not eating? Discover the real causes like stress, water quality, and diet—and fix it fast with proven solutions. Read more...
Close-up of betta fish eggs in a bubble nest at the water surface, showing developing fry in a breeding tank environment
How to Breed Betta Fish
Learn how to breed betta fish successfully with this step-by-step guide. Tank setup, conditioning, spawning, and raising fry explained. Read more...
Healthy betta fish in planted tank setup with live plants and natural aquascape ideal for growth and color
Best Betta Tank Setup
Learn the best betta tank setup for beginners. Tank size, filtration, plants, and feeding tips to boost health, color, and growth. Read more...
white and blue betta fish with black background
What Do Betta Fish Eat?
What do betta fish eat? Learn the best betta fish foods including live scuds, daphnia, and brine shrimp to boost growth, color, and breeding success. Read more...
Close-up macro of a freshwater scud (amphipod) on moss and rock in a natural aquatic habitat, ideal live food for betta fish and aquarium species.
What Are Scuds? (Beginner Guide to Freshwater Amphipods)
What are scuds? Learn everything about freshwater amphipods, how they live, and why they’re one of the best live fish foods for aquariums. Read more...
Freshwater scud (amphipod) close-up on natural substrate, high-protein live food for aquarium fish and breeding bettas
Best Live Food for Betta Fish (Complete Guide)
Discover the best live foods for betta fish including scuds, daphnia, and more. Improve growth, color, and breeding success. Read more...
Live aquarium scud in planted tank
How to Culture Live Scuds at Home (Complete Guide)
Learn how to culture live scuds at home. Simple setup, feeding tips, and rapid colony growth methods for fish keepers and breeders in Canada. Read more...
Freshwater scud (amphipod) macro close-up used as live fish food in aquariums
Are Scuds Good for Fish? (Benefits Explained)
Are scuds good for fish? Discover why freshwater amphipods are one of the best live foods for bettas, cichlids, and fry. Read more...
Freshwater scud (amphipod) close-up on green aquatic plant, ideal live food for bettas and aquarium fish
Scuds vs Frozen Food (Which is Better for Fish?)
Scuds vs frozen food—what’s best for fish? Discover why live freshwater scuds (amphipods) outperform frozen foods and flakes for betta breeding, growth, and fish health. Read more...
Where to Buy Live Scuds in Canada (2026 Guide)
Where to Buy Live Scuds in Canada (2026 Guide)
Looking to buy live scuds in Canada? Learn where to find freshwater amphipods, how to culture them, and why they’re one of the best live foods for aquarium fish. Read more...