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Freshwater Dolphin Fish (Mormyrus Longirostris): Ultimate Guide

Freshwater Dolphin Fish are a species of fish that use small electrical pulsations to find food and defend themselves. It is found throughout West African countries’ streams, rivers, and lakes, such as The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It is also referred to as the Eastern Bottlenose Mormyrid, Eastern […]

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Celebes Rainbowfish (Marosatherina ladigesi): Ultimate Guide

The Celebes Rainbowfish (Marosatherina ladigesi), also known as sail-fin silverside rainbowfish, is a member of the Melanotaeniidae family. They are the smallest species of the rainbow family. The name’s story stems from the geographical area of origin but also pays respect to the ichthyologist who discovered this specific species, Werner Ladiges. More interestingly, Marosatherina is

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Gold Zebra Loach (Botia histrionica): Ultimate Care Guide

Common Name(s) Gold Zebra Loach Scientific Name Botia histrionica Origin Myanmar, India Temperature 72 – 82.4 degrees Fahrenheit Size 4 to 5 inches, fully grown Minimum Tank Size 75-gallon tank or larger for a group Food & Diet omnivorous Lifespan 6 years Water pH 6.0 – 7.5 The Gold Zebra Loach (Botia histrionica) is a

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Bolbitis Heudelotii (African Water Fern): Ultimate Care Guide

Bolbitis Heudelotii, also known as African Water Fern, Congo Fern, or simply Bolbitis, is a hardy plant that can add a jungle vibe to your aquarium. Though they can take a long time to grow, Bolbitis can eventually reach a height of 16 to 22 inches (40 to 55 cm). Bolbitis Heudelotii Care Like Buce,

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Forktail Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil furcatus): Ultimate Care Guide

With eye-catching shoaling behavior, Forktail Rainbowfish are a great addition to the medium or large aquarium. Native to parts of Papua New Guinea, this species appreciates environments that include clear, slow-moving water with ample plant growth. These fish need a larger aquarium than their size suggests. Though they only grow to a length of about

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Sparkling Gourami (Trichopsis pumila): Ultimate Care Guide

Sparkling Gourami (Trichopsis pumila) are gorgeous fish that will add a bright splash of color to a freshwater aquarium. They have beautiful scales, a gorgeous golden body with flecks of iridescent red, and fins with blue and green spots. The Sparkling Gourami belongs to the anabantiformes order, also known as “labyrinth fish.” This makes them

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Butterfly Koi Fish: Ultimate Care Guide

Butterfly Koi (Cynprinus carpio) is a long fin koi that originated in Indonesia and are a cross between a long-finned carp and traditional Japanese Koi. According to strict Japanese definitions, Butterfly Koi are actually not considered members of the Koi family by many fish connoisseurs and aquarists. Butterfly Koi are bred widely and have become

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Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum): Ultimate Care Guide

Sailfin Tang (Zebrasoma veliferum) is a gorgeous fish and a great addition to a home tank. These fish are very popular in the aquarium trade because they have a peaceful nature, easily acclimate to most tank conditions, and have simple needs. This makes them great fish for a beginner tank. Sailfin Tangs are marine reef

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Purple Tang (Zebrasoma Xanthurum): Ultimate Care Guide

Common Name Purple Tang, Yellow-Tail Tang, Blue Surgeonfish Scientific Name Zebrasoma Xanthurum Origin Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, Red Sea Temperature 74-82°F Water pH 8.1-8.4 Adult Size up to 10 inches Diet Omnivorous with a preference for a herbivorous diet Purple Tang Facts Purple Tang Care Purple Tangs are strikingly colored fish that can be

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Red Claw Crab (Perisesarma Bidens): Ultimate Care Guide

Common Name Red Claw Crab Scientific Name Perisesarma Bidens Origin Pacific Ocean / Asia Temperature 70-88°F Water Parameters 7.5 – 8.5 pH Adult Size up to 4 inches Diet Omnivorous Red Claw Crab Facts Red Claw Crab Red Claw Crabs have primarily darkish-colored bodies. These bland colors help them camouflage their environment in the wild.

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