Aquarium filters are a necessary piece of kit for any tank owned by a hobbyist. They contribute to keeping the water flow clear and stable, which is essential for the health and well-being of the fish and other aquatic life that resides in the fish tank. Aquarium filters come in a wide variety, each with […]
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Chili Rasbora Tank Mates Chili rasboras (Boraras brigittae) are small fish that will be great tank mates for many other peaceful fish of similar size. Since Chili rasboras are peaceful fish, you do not need to worry about them attacking other fish. However, it is important to make sure they do not get attacked by
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Harlequin Rasboras are peaceful fish, so finding suitable tank mates for them is easy. They are popular fish with aquarists, as they can be kept in a large school, or kept in lower numbers in a smaller community tank. These fish are native to Malaysia, Singapore, Sumatra, and Southern Thailand, but have become quite popular
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Galaxy Rasbora (Danio margaritatus), also known as Celestial Pearl Danio, is a peaceful fish with many potential tank mates to keep them with. It has only been 20 years since Galaxy Rasboras were discovered, but they have quickly become a favorite fish with aquarists, almost driving them to extinction in the wild at one point.
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Native to the Rio Orinoco in Venezuela, the L106 Orange Seam Pleco is a hardy and attractive aquarium addition. The name comes from the vibrant orange along edges of its dorsal and caudal fins. This Pleco does best in aquariums which simulate their native environment by including rocky substrates and strong water currents. This species
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An aquarium water clarifier is one of those products that may not necessarily be at the top of your list when planning out your aquarium. However, it is important to have in case you need it. After you have set up your aquarium and introduced plants and creatures to the water, the aquarium becomes their
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Common name Green Tiger Loach, Tiger Loach Scientific name Syncrossus hymenophysa Origin The islands of Sumatra and Borneo in Indonesia Water temperature 23°C to 28°C Size 25cm Minimum tank size Over 115 gallons as they are best kept as part of a group Food + diet Omnivore – frozen food, live food and vegetables Lifespan
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The Green Clown Goby is native to the Indo Pacific region and has a stocky body shape with a large head compared to the rest of their bodies. Also known as the Earspot Coral Goby, this fish has yellow to greenish-tan coloration with orange vertical stripes on its head. Green Clown Gobies are mostly reef
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Common Name(s) Opae Ula Shrimp, Tiny red shrimp, Volcano shrimp, Hawaiian red shrimp, Supershrimp, and Anchialine shrimp. Scientific Name Halocaridina rubra Origin Volcanic rock and Hawaiian Islands Temperature 70-80° F Size 1.5 centimeters Minimum Tank Size Half a gallon Food & Diet Algae Lifespan 20 years in captivity Water pH 8.0-8.5 Tank Mates Brackish-water tolerant
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Varieties Over 13 subspecies Scientific Name Anubias barteri Origin Western and central Africa Temperature 72-82 F Size Varies by variety; typically 2” – 18” Growth Rate Slow Water pH 6.0-8.0 Difficulty Easy; great for beginners Propagation Rhizomes Placement Floating or planted with substrate Anubias barteri Care The easiest aquarium plant to take care of for
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