The Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus zebra) is a type of Pleco whose natural habitat is the Rio Xingu in Brazil, one of the largest clearwater basins in the Amazon. Because of the construction of dams in their natural habitat, the fish is classified as endangered in the wild. Common names include Zebra Plecostomus, Imperial Pleco, and […]
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Vampire Pleco (Leporacanthicus galaxias), also known as Galaxy Pleco, is a type of pleco that has a dark black body with white or yellowish spots. They are native to fast-moving freshwater rivers in Brazil and they prefer an environment with strong currents. They also prefer plenty of rocks and driftwood as hiding places. This fish
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A striking addition for larger aquariums, the Royal Pleco is a pleco species native to South America. Royal Plecos feature eye-catching striped patterns and tough skin plates instead of scales. One of the few species with an ability to digest wood, this fish needs to be provided with lots of driftwood with other foods such
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Convict Cichlids are common aquarium fish that can be very easy for the right owner to keep. Convict Cichlids are Central American Cichlids found in lakes and streams of Costa Rica to Panama. Although there are many different types of convict cichlids, their general scientific name is Amatitlania nigrofasciata, meaning a black-striped cichlid. Another name
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Pygmy Angelfish definitely have a wow factor to them. Their blue and orange color is highly saturated, giving them a magnificent jewel-like appearance. The blue can be anywhere on the color spectrum between brilliant sapphire and royal purple. Pygmy Angelfish heads are orange, but can also be a bright yellow. Their eyes are ringed with
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Bronze Corydoras are small freshwater catfish. Corydoras can come in a variety of colors and are often named after the color of their body. These fish are commonly injected with dye to enhance their color. However, It is recommended to stay away from dye-injected fish, as the dye can cause long-term health problems. These fish
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Galaxea Coral is a large saltwater stony polyp coral (LPS) that originates from the coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region and is also native to reefs in the Red Sea. This coral can typically be found in less than 60 feet deep waters, and they prefer turbidity in their environment. This species of coral is
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Candy Striped Pleco is a dwarf Pleco native to the Amazon River in South America. They are often confused with other types of plecos with similar appearance, such as Clown Plecos. This fish features a beige to dark brown base color with cream-colored stripes. This species eats algae on wood and hardscape features but won’t
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African Butterfly Fish (Pantodon Buchholzi) is such a unique animal that it is the only member of its genus. They are freshwater fish. They are not related to any saltwater butterflyfish. They are native to parts of West Africa including Chad, Niger, the Republic of Congo, Sierra Leone, and other countries. African Butterflyfish swim just
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Caulastrea furcata, often known as candy cane, trumpet, or bullseye coral, is a bright and colorful LPS (large polyp stony) coral. Characterized by striped polyps inspiring its common name, it can be found in vivid yellow, green, red, or blueish brown. Each branching polyps contains a neon green mouth. Some common varieties available to purchase
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