Monte Carlo (Micranthemum tweediei) is a fantastic aquatic carpeting plant. It grows quickly and provides a lovely aquascape that will add to the lushness of your home aquarium. You may grow it along the bottom substrate and then use cuttings or offspring to create a cascade over rocks.
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The Dojo Loach, also known as Weather or Pond Loach, is an omnivorous freshwater fish native to Eastern Asia in countries such as China, Korea, Japan, and Vietnam. The Dojo Loach, scientifically known as Misgurnus anguillicaudatus, is a nocturnal fish meaning it is more active during the night and restful during the day. This unique fish has acquired the name Weather Loach from its fascinating ability to predict when a storm is rolling in. Its warning signs are displayed through body language. Signs they will provide you with increased swimming activity and will even jump or splash around.
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Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata), also known as Algae Eating Shrimp, Yamato Shrimp, and Japanese Shrimp, are one of the most favourite dwarf shrimp amongst aquarists. Amano Shrimp make excellent pets for beginners, as they are resilient, easy to care for and are very active, peaceful creatures. Amano Shrimp are good eaters, with a preference for algae (hence their nickname) and are fascinating to observe. Although breeding them is next to impossible, their charm and long lifespan make them a great choice for any fish keeper.
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Clown Plecos (Panaque Maccus) are a great addition to any aquarium for both novice and expert fish-keepers alike. Provided they are kept in the right conditions they are quite unproblematic to look after, and even better, they provide a nice aesthetic touch to your tank. Furthermore, they are fun to watch as they snack on driftwood at the bottom of the tank, and are also an amicable tank mate for many other species.
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Cherry Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi) are amazing beginner aquatic pets that are easy to look after, display interesting behavior, and can survive in small tanks. Cherry Shrimp are a favorite amongst aquarists for their hardy nature and inexpensive care needs. Originating from South- East Asia, these dwarf shrimp can survive in a wide range of water parameters and have no trouble breeding in captivity.
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The Bolivian Ram (Mikrogeophagus Altispinosa) is a small cichlid that is native to the freshwater systems of Brazil and Bolivia. They have beautiful colors on their body and fins, which makes them very eye-catching in an aquarium. They are peaceful fish that are compatible with many different types of fish. This makes them suitable for community tank setups.
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Rotala Rotundifolia is an easy plants to grow because they are adaptable to a wide range of water conditions and lighting environments. It is popular amongst aquascapers because it is easy to propagate and has vibrant coloration. In fact, you will want to make sure that you are keeping an eye on your Rotala Rotundifolia and trimming it down to the desired length and shape as it can grow too much and overtake the aquarium once it is well established.
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The Rubber Lip Pleco (Chaetostoma milesi) is a freshwater fish native to South America. It is part of the largest family of armored suckermouth catfish, the Chaetostoma genus. Rubber Lip Plecos have a large sucker mouth, eyes near the top of their head, and a tapering body. They typically have grey colored body, but it can have tan coloration as well. They have spots on their face, which can resemble freckles. These spots can also extend down their body. On the lower half of their body, they can have striped pattern as well. Rubber Lip Plecos are one of the smaller species of Plecos, since they only reach 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) in size. In comparison, other species of Plecos are known to grow much larger.
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Even though Red Root Floater is a beautiful low maintenance plant, it still has some specific requirements, especially while it is growing and establishing itself in a new environment. First, Red Root Floaters require a good amount of light to thrive. The proper growing light must be regulated based on the type of water. Soft water environment requires less light, and hard water needs more light
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Leopard Puffer Fish (Dichotomyctere nigroviridis), also known as Green Spotted Puffer, have a yellow green body with a whitish cream colored belly. Their bodies have different shaped and sized black spots on them. They become more brightly colored as they mature. They have a rounded shaped body, with large eyes. Their eyes have a brilliantly yellow colored middle. They have tiny mouths, with teeth inside. These teeth grow very quickly, and will require you to physically clip them from time to time so that they do not become overgrown. It is easier to tell the males from the females once they have matured. The male Leopard Puffer will have darker markings on his body, and the female will have a more rounded appearance.
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