Common Name Arulius Barb Scientific Name Puntius Arulius Origin India Temperature 75F – 80F Water Parameters 6.0 – 7.4 pH Adult Size up to 5 inches Diet Omnivorous Arulius Barbs can be found in the Thamirabarani River Basin in Southeast India where the waters are naturally tinted red from copper. They are often referred to
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Marbled Bichir, also known as Palmas or Shortfin Bichir, is native to Africa and has a unique eel-like appearance. Bichirs have lungs as well as gills, and can breathe air directly when necessary. This adaptation allows them to survive in shallow waters which may lack oxygen. This is a predatory species which needs a steady
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The Blue Botia is a member of the loach family, known for its distinct, heavily built body. Other common names it is known by are Redtail Botia, Blue Loach, Redtail Blue Loach, and a few other less-commonly used names as well. Blue botia originated in Southeast Asia, from Northeast India, through to Vietnam and the
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Common Name Snakeskin Barb, Rhombo Barb Scientific Name Desmopuntius rhomboocellatus Origin Native to southern Kalimantan, Indonesian blackwaters Water Temperature Optimum temperature 23-28 ℃ Size Up to 5cm (around 2 inches) Minimum tank size 15 to 20 gallons (single fish) 60 to 100 gallons (school of 6-10 fish) Food + Diet Quality dried foods, micro pellets,
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The fire eel (Mastacembelus erythrotaenia) is a relatively large species of spiny eel. They dwell in freshwaters in Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Pakistan, Thailand, and other countries in Southeast Asia. These bottom-dwelling fish are mainly found in slow, buddy rivers and lakes, laying buried in the mud on the bottom. In some areas, in particular Thailand,
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The Gold Ring Danio, also known as Danio tinwini or Brachydanio tinwini, is a beautiful and popular aquarium fish. It is a member of the Cyprinidae family and can be found in freshwater habitats in Asia, particularly Myanmar and Thailand. Its name comes from its golden body coloration, accented by black stripes running across both
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When deciding on species for a tank, most people tend to lean towards vibrant, lively species. The types of fish that will immediately draw eyes and attention to your tank. Fish that will leave people in awe of their beauty and grace. But that’s not the only type of fish that you can have in
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Gourami fish are a type of freshwater fish that are native to Southeast Asia. They are typically found in slow-moving or standing waters, such as ponds, lakes, and rivers. Gourami fish are known for their distinctive features, including their long, slender bodies and their large, bulbous heads. They have large, protruding eyes and small mouths.
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Tetra are a type of freshwater fish that are popular in home aquariums. Most tetra species are small, peaceful fish that are suitable for community fish tanks. They come in a variety of colors, which is one of the reasons why they are so popular. In general, tetra fish are not hard to keep as
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Catfish are a type of freshwater fish that are typically found in rivers and lakes, and they are often kept in aquariums. They have a flat body with a long tail, and their skin is covered in scales. They are known for their whiskers, which they use to help them find food. While they are
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