One of the most fascinating creatures of the water is the dinosaur bichir (polypterus senegalus) fish. This is a freshwater fish that has its origins dating back to prehistoric times, hence the name. Its scientific name comes from the species of the polypterus genus and is part of the lobe-finned pike family. This cute fish […]
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Zebra Danios (Danio Rerio) have slender, silver bodies that have blueish-purple stripes that run horizontally along their length from gil to tail. These stripes are what give them their common name of Zebra Danio, and they also make it so these little fish are easily identifiable. They are a popular choice for home aquarists due
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Native to calm South American waters, Red Belly Pacu can be a challenging fish for beginning hobbyists due to its large tank requirements and heavy filtration needs. This fish can resemble the Red Belly Piranha with a silver body and a reddish-orange belly. Unlike Piranhas, Pacus are vegetarian and have squarish teeth that resemble those
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African Butterfly Fish (Pantodon Buchholzi) is such a unique animal that it is the only member of its genus. They are freshwater fish. They are not related to any saltwater butterflyfish. They are native to parts of West Africa including Chad, Niger, the Republic of Congo, Sierra Leone, and other countries. African Butterflyfish swim just
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Tinfoil Barbs are a large freshwater fish from the Cyprinidae family. It is also known as the Red Tail Tinfoil Fish, Tinfoil Fish, and Silver Barb Fish. Tinfoil Barbs are named for their large silver bodies that have a metallic sheen like tinfoil and occasionally have a golden tint. Their fins range in color from
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Banded Killifish is a temperate freshwater species native to North America. Its range includes the east coast, Great Lakes region and down to Minnesota. Named for the vertical banding patterns along its sides, coloration on males is more distinct along with other differences. Similar to the brackish water dwelling Mummichog, the Banded Killifish is the
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Wild Betta vs Domesticated Betta Wild Bettas can still be found in their native habitats throughout Asia in shallow freshwater ponds, canals, rice paddies, and rivers. There are over 75 different species of Wild Bettas, and even though most of their needs are similar, some species of Betta Fish have specific requirements to keep very
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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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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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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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