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I’ve heard that they can be quite interesting. I was also planning on buying an albino sterlet.

I was interested in getting a sturgeon for my outdoor pond but I wasn't sure if it has the right requirements to house one. its 17 feet long, 12 feet wide and 3 feet deep. I was thinking of getting a diamond or sterlet sturgeon. it has a waterfall and plenty of shade. it's about 4000 gallons...

live plants and driftwood always look nice and are good for your fish.

The males will always sell more than the females. I would say about $3.50-$4.50 per male depending on color. the females could go for about $2-$3. $6 per fish might be a bit much but I'd say the bright the fish the better.

I wouldn't be too worried. I think changing the filter cartridge and doing a small water change to remove any debris would help but its not necessary.

I see this a lot in male betta fish due to their elongated fins. If he’s not rubbing his body up against the decor then he probably accidentally brushes his fins on the hides. I would start by removing all decor you suspect could be damaging him then see how he does without it.

Normal aquarium decor shouldn’t be scratching his fins. Does he rub up against them? Also, if you have tank mates, they could also possibly injure your betta.

I have a 4,000 gallon outdoor pond which is stocked with a few medium size koi. I was interested in getting some longnose gar for my pond, but I'm worried its too cold. I live in Washington and the pond will freeze during the winter. its only 3 feet deep and I'm not sure if this too shallow for...