The Black Molly is one of the most popular aquarium fish in the world. What makes this fish so appealing for most people is their jet-black appearance, which is where their name comes from. They’re also a great addition to community tanks, they’re hardy, and they are easy to keep. These things make them an …
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Species Summary A wonderfully playful fish and beautiful in appearance, the Serpae Tetra has become a favorite among aquarists looking to spruce up their tanks with a bit of joie de vivre and color. Their binomial name is Hyphessobrycon Eques; however, with that being a rather obtuse title, they’re also referred to as Red Minor …
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If you’ve owned a tank of fish for a while but think it could use a little bit of color, then we have just the fish for you. Pearl Danios are very small but very marvelous-looking, coming with a silvery and blue body that will be sure to perk up any visitor’s interest. These fish …
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Firemouth Cichlids are a colorful and attractive species of tropical freshwater fish. They are active swimmers and their vibrant appearance makes them a very popular choice for domestic aquariums. They are considered fairly easy to look after as they don’t need as much space as other species of freshwater fish. This could be a good …
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The fire eel, also known as Mastacembelus erythrotaenia, is an omnivorous freshwater fish that’s one of the largest species of spiny eels. The bottom-dwelling fish is native to South-East Asia and is mainly found in slow-moving muddy rivers and lakes. This is somewhat understandable given the fact that one of its favorite activities is to …
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The kuhli loach is a great species to keep in a fish tank because they’re excellent little cleaner fish, and they play well with other fish and aren’t at all aggressive. In this article, we’re going to give you the lowdown on how best to look after kuhli loaches in your fish tank or aquarium …
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Paradise Fish (or Paradise Gourami) are a stunning freshwater fish, and their unique, vibrant, and colorful look makes them a favorite among aquarists. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when adding a Paradise Fish to your aquarium. Some aspects of their care are easier than others. For example, they’re hardy fish …
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The Diamond Tetra is a small freshwater species that belongs to the Characidae family. Its scientific name is Moenkhausia pittieri although it is sometimes called a timantti tetra. In the wild, this fish is found inhabiting shallow, vegetated waters near the coastal area of Lake Valencia, South America. The Diamond Tetra can also be found …
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When it comes to the perfect species of shoaling fish for your aquarium, it doesn’t get much better than the tetra. There are so many different species of tetra to choose from, and on the whole, they are easy to take care of. They are placid, friendly, and being a community fish, they do not …
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The gold nugget pleco (scientifically known as Baryancistrus xanthellus) is one of the most popular pleco species found in Brazil. Technically, the proper identification for this species is L018 or L-18 – but this doesn’t have the same ring as gold nugget pleco. Distinctive for its unique appearance and easy maintenance, this species is one …
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