Marbled Bichir, also known as Palmas or Shortfin Bichir, is native to Africa and has a unique eel-like appearance. Bichirs have lungs as well as gills, and can breathe air directly when necessary. This adaptation allows them to survive in shallow waters which may lack oxygen. This is a predatory species which needs a steady […]
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Looking for an interesting addition to your aquarium that is both easy to care for and visually appealing? Spiky Moss, also known as Taxiphyllum sp. ‘Spiky Moss’ may be the perfect plant for you! Spiky Moss is a small aquatic plant that originates in Southeast Asia. It gets its name from its sharp, spiky leaves,
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Common Name(s) Limnophila Hippuridoides Scientific Name Limnophila Hippuridoides Origin Asia Temperature 68-86°F Height 7-20 in. (20-50cm) under ideal conditions Minimum Tank Size 15 Gallon Co2 Requirement Recommended for optimal growth, but not required Water pH 6-7 Growth Rate Fast Propagation Stem-cuttings, Division Light Requirement Moderate-High What Is Limnophila Hippuridoides? Limnophila Hippuridoides is a fast-growing freshwater
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Owning an aquarium can be a ton of fun. Some inexperienced aquarists think that fish in said tank is the only way to make it unique, but that simply isn’t true. As most experienced aquarists can tell you, foliage in a tank is one of the easiest ways to make your tank unique and interesting.
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The Blue Botia is a member of the loach family, known for its distinct, heavily built body. Other common names it is known by are Redtail Botia, Blue Loach, Redtail Blue Loach, and a few other less-commonly used names as well. Blue botia originated in Southeast Asia, from Northeast India, through to Vietnam and the
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Plants are one of the easiest and most efficient ways to achieve a specific look or theme in your tank. When setting up a tank, most people tend to use fish or different substrates to achieve the look they desire. Because of this, some people tend to overlook the potential of foliage in their tanks.
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Using plants in an aquarium or tank is one of the easiest ways to make your mark on your setup. Many plants are extremely versatile, meaning you can set them up in any way you want and create a truly unique and interesting tank. Adding plants to your tank is also very helpful to some
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Common Name Snakeskin Barb, Rhombo Barb Scientific Name Desmopuntius rhomboocellatus Origin Native to southern Kalimantan, Indonesian blackwaters Water Temperature Optimum temperature 23-28 ℃ Size Up to 5cm (around 2 inches) Minimum tank size 15 to 20 gallons (single fish) 60 to 100 gallons (school of 6-10 fish) Food + Diet Quality dried foods, micro pellets,
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What is an Aquarium Substrate? Aquarium substrate is the material that is used to cover the bottom of the aquarium. There are many types and colors of aquarium substrate that are either beneficial to the aquarium, necessary for the fish, or provide a pop of color that adds instant beauty. It is important to choose
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The fire eel (Mastacembelus erythrotaenia) is a relatively large species of spiny eel. They dwell in freshwaters in Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Pakistan, Thailand, and other countries in Southeast Asia. These bottom-dwelling fish are mainly found in slow, buddy rivers and lakes, laying buried in the mud on the bottom. In some areas, in particular Thailand,
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