Aquarium lighting is an important component of a fish tank setup. Proper lighting can draw the attention to the aquarium and the beautiful fish inside of it. In fact, good lighting is one of the key components to enhancing the aesthetics of your aquarium. However, aquarium lights are not only for aesthetics. In an aquarium, …
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Maintaining proper temperature in an aquarium is very important for the well-being of your fish. An aquarium heater ensures that the water temperature is maintained at a desirable range. Without a heater, some fish will not be able to survive in an aquarium, especially during the winter seasons. Some fish have very specific temperature requirements, …
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An aquarium filtration system is an important component of a healthy fish tank. An efficient aquarium filter will help maintain good water quality in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. They can help tremendously in maintaining water parameters in between regular water changes. Without a filtration system, you would probably be required to do a lot …
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The L397 Alenquer Tiger Pleco is a striking species and one of the most colorful Pleco varieties available. With bright orange and black striping, the L397 Pleco is an eye-catching tank addition. Previously this fish was only available wild-caught. Recently, breeders have developed methods to coax this Pleco to breed in captivity; tank bred specimens …
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Common Name Splash Tetra Scientific Name Copella Arnoldi Origin South America Water Parameters 6.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature 73F – 79F Size up to 3.5 inches Diet Omnivorous Micro Predator Splash Tetras can be found in South America in blackwater tributaries and more slow moving waters that branch from the larger fast moving waters. These …
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Commonly known as Multies, Neolamprologus multifasciatus, is one of the smallest Cichlid species in the world. Males reach a maximum length of 2 inches while females are slightly smaller. This is a shell dwelling species that forms colonies with thousands of individuals in the Neothauma shell beds of Lake Tanganyika, Africa. Not one of the …
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Common Name(s) Bloodfin Tetra, Redfinned Tetra, True bloodfin tetra Scientific Name Aphyocharax anisitsi Origin South America Temperature 70-80° F Size Max size is 2.5 inches Minimum Tank Size 20-30 gallons Food & Diet Omnivores Lifespan 7-10 years in captivity Water pH 6-8 Tank Mates Yes; mostly small, school fish; Danios Breeding Egg-layers, Common Disease Ich, …
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Common name(s) Emperor Tetra Scientific name Nematobrycon palmeri Origin Western Columbia, rivers of San Juan Temperature 23°C to 27°C Size Between 4cm to 5cm Minimum tank size Minimum of 10 gallons, varies through number of individual fish and potential other species Food & Diet Varied, mainly worms and crustaceans Lifespan 6 years average Water pH …
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Native to fast moving waters in Brazil, the Queen Arabesque Pleco displays a black and white squiggle pattern over their entire bodies. While it doesn’t have the same pattern as the Zebra Pleco, the Queen Arabesque Pleco can be a replacement for this hard to find Pleco variety. When young, the striping pattern is more …
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Green Dragon Plecos feature dark olive to green-brown coloration. Mature males develop long “bristles” on their faces, similar to other Bristlenose Pleco varieties. Hardy and easy to breed, this Pleco is a great choice for beginners or hobbyists looking for un-fussy Plecos. Often sold under different names like Shortfin Green Dragon and Green Dragon Bristlenose, …
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Common Name Glowlight Rasbora Scientific Name Trigonostigma Hengeli Origin Southeast Asia Temperature 73.4F – 82.4F Water Parameters 5.0 – 7.5 pH Size up to 1 inch in length Diet Omnivorous The Glowlight Rasbora Glowlight Rasbora originates from Southeast Asian waters. Most of these fish in the aquarium trade are wild caught, and therefore they are …
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Common Name(s) Sawbwa Barb, Asian Rummynose, Mynamar Oriental Fish, Burmese Rummynose, and Burmese Rammy Nose. Scientific Name Sawbwa resplendens Origin Asia (Burma now Myanmar) Temperature 64-72° F Size Max size is 1 – 1.4 inches Minimum Tank Size 10- gallons Food & Diet Omnivorous Lifespan 3-4 years in captivity Water pH 6.0-8.0 Tank Mates Yes; …
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Common Name(s) Redstripe Rasbora, Glowlight Rasbora, Red-line Rasbora Scientific Name Rasbora Pauciperforata Origin Southeast Asia Temperature 74-79°F Size 7 cm (Maximum) Minimum Tank Size 15-20 Gallons Diet Omnivore Lifespan 8 Years Water pH 5.0 – 6.0 Tank Mates Paradise Fish, Three Spot Gourami, Platys, Albino Tiger Barbs, Rosy Barbs Breeding Egg-Scattering Continuous Spawner Common Diseases …
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