Jen Clifford
BA In Biology
Jen Clifford has more than 30 years experience as a biologist, aquarist, and fishkeeper. She started her first aquarium in childhood when she snuck a fishbowl into her bedroom and filled it with African dwarf frogs and ten-cent feeder goldfish.
Her passion grew from there, and by high-school she was breeding African cichlids and selling them for profit. At Reed College, Jen made ends meet by caring for the biology department aquariums and mastered the retail side of the industry by working for a local aquarium specialty store.
Jen is an expert in setting up new tanks and maintaining naturally-planted freshwater habitats, and has experience raising a wide variety of aquatic species. She can help you with any of your fishkeeping problems. Whether you need advice on filters or substrate, or just want to know if you should take the plunge and get an aquarium, Jen has the answers for you!
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Popular Types Of Goldfish – Varieties You Can Have At Home
A complete guide to the types of goldfish and a breakdown of their colors, scales, unique traits, and basic care requirements.
Best Aquarium Lighting For Fish Color
A guide to choosing the best aquarium lights for fish colors and enhancing the appearance of your plants and corals.
Best Reef Led Lighting – A Favorite Among Tank Enthusiasts
The best reef LED lighting can help maximize your coral growth while highlighting the other fish in your tank.
Best Algae Eaters
A detailed guide to dealing with aquarium algae outbreaks and the best algae eaters to help control their growth in freshwater tanks.
Best Substrate for Planted Tanks
An introduction to the best substrate for a planted tank, with a buyer’s guide and detailed product reviews.
Aquascape Ideas – Styles and Inspiration for Planted Tanks
Aquascaping is the art of gardening inside an aquarium. Learn how to use natural rocks and sticks to highlight the plants in your aquarium!
Best Substrate for Bettas
A brief guide covering the best substrate for betta aquariums along with detailed product reviews.
How To Clean Fish Tanks – The Importance Of Regular Cleaning
Provides information, advice and step-by-step instructions on how to clean a fish tank or bowl of any size.
Female Betta Fish – Appearance, Behavior and Care Guide
Learn everything you need to know about caring for female betta fish in sorority and community aquariums.
Aquarium Sand Vs Gravel – Which Substrate Should You Choose
A detailed guide on aquarium sand vs gravel and choosing the best substrate for a freshwater tank.
Best Betta Water Conditioners
A quick guide to choosing and using the best betta water conditioner for your tank! Includes product recommendations and detailed reviews.
Best Betta Tank Heater For 1, 5 and 10+ Gallon Tanks
A quick guide to the best betta heaters! Includes features to look for, how to choose the right type of heater, and in-depth product reviews.
Best Betta Tank Mates – Fish Compatibility List
Find the best betta tank mates for any size aquarium, how many buddies to add and more from this list of friendly community fish.
Best Filter for Bettas
A quick guide choosing the best filter for bettas, including how to modify a filter with a baffle and product recommendations for tanks of all sizes.
Betta Fin Rot
Betta fin rot is a progressive disease common to tropical fish. This in-depth guide covers the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of fin rot in bettas.
Types of Betta Fish – A Guide on Patterns, Color and More
A primer on the types of betta fish by color, scale pattern, and tail and fin configurations. Includes a list of betta varieties from common to rare.
Best Betta Tanks From Small to Large
Choose the best betta tank for your pet with this detailed buyer’s guide! Includes tips and product recommendations to suit all needs and budgets.
Betta Fish – Facts, Proper Care, Diet and Species Guide
This complete guide to betta fish offers detailed information and advice, including their natural history, diet, care requirements and health tips.