Are you looking for an interesting new addition to your aquarium? If so, you may want to consider the Banjo Catfish! With its cool appearance and personality, this unique fish is sure to add excitement and intrigue to any tank. They originate from South America and can be found in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia. They inhabit […]
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There are many different species of fish, and that’s one of the reasons why aquarium fishkeeping is interesting. However, there are many different types of aquarium plants, and this makes the aquarium hobby just as interesting as well. If you’re looking for a plant that is beautiful and easy to care for, then look no
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Chinese High-Fin Banded Fish (Myxocyprinus Asiaticus) are often referred to as ‘Reverse Ugly Ducklings,’ because they start out their lives as strikingly colored fish, and as they mature they lose their colors. When Chinese High-Fin Banded Sharks are juveniles, they have black and white striped bodies. The males lose their stripes and take on a reddish hue to their bodies. Females also lose their stripes and take on a more purplish shade.
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The Columbian Shark (Ariopsis seemanni) is a species of freshwater fish found in South America, mostly along the Columbian coastline. These sharks can grow up to 10-14 inches long and have a life span of 10-15 years in captivity. They are silver-tipped and shiny in appearance with a white belly. Columbian Sharks are omnivores and
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The Brilliant Rasbora (Rasbora Einthovenii) is a small, hardy fish considered one of the best for beginner aquarists or those with small to medium tanks. This fish is a schooling and shoaling fish that cohabitates peacefully with its own kind and in community tanks. The Brilliant Rasbora is just one of over 100 species of
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Diamond Tetra (Moenkhausia pittieri) are one of the most alluring species you can have in your aquarium! These fish derive their name from the iridescent shimmer of their scales. When illuminated by natural sunlight, they shine like diamonds! Other names for these flashy fish include Pittier’s Tetra and Diamond Characin.
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The Duboisi Cichlid, commonly known as the White Spotted Cichlid, is a species endemic to Lake Tanganyika, Africa. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, these fish are classified as “vulnerable”. They have only been found in four northern regions of the lake.
The White Spotted Cichlid first gained popularity among fish keepers in the 1970s. Today, they are among the most popular Cichlids on the market. The Duboisi Cichlid’s naturally aggressive demeanor and complex breeding requirements can make their care and keep demanding.
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Geophagus Tapajos Care The Geophagus Tapajos, known commonly as the Red Head Tapajos, is a vibrantly colored fish found in the Rio Tapajos within the Amazon River basin of South America. The Geophagus Tapajos’ name comes from the Greek word geo, meaning ‘earth’, and phagus, meaning ‘to eat’. This species is a rare beauty among
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The Kissing Gourami is a medium-sized tropical freshwater fish that belongs to the Helostomatidae family. These fish can be found in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Borneo, and other parts of Southeast Asia. The Kissing Gourami, most known for its signature mouth that protrudes outward, has outwardly pointing lips that allow it to suck food from smooth
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Kribensis Cichlids are very colorful fish with many different color variations. Kribensis Cichlids can be identified by their flashy, silver-colored bodies that have a thick black like that runs laterally from their tail to their head. They have bright yellow colored heads, and vibrant red bellies. Kribensis Cichlids also have black spots on their dorsal and tail fins. There are other fish that closely resemble the Kribensis Cichlid, so make sure that you are getting the correct fish when ordering online, or purchasing in a pet store.
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