The Rosy Barb is a subtropical freshwater species that belongs to the Cyprinidae family. Its scientific name is the Pethia Conchonius and it is commonly found in Southern Asian countries. As a hardy species, Rosy Barb fish are relatively easy to care for, making them an ideal option for aquarium owners with different levels of …
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Dwarf Cichlids are cute, friendly and fun fish that can have a peaceful nature in your home aquarium. These types of fish are generally very easy going, and therefore do well in community tanks. Dwarf Cichlids tend to have very outgoing, fun personalities, which makes them very popular among aquarium enthusiasts. If you’re considering dwarf …
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South American Cichlids are a popular variety for aquarium lovers everywhere. This diverse breed differs greatly depending on species and can be found across the Continent of South America. The Amazon River contains thousands of these fish, where the water is soft and pure. Their color and size make them a favorite for aquatic lovers …
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The Clown Killifish, or Branded Panchax as it is sometimes known, belongs to the Nothobranchiidae family and originates from the freshwater habitats of West Africa, in particular Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia. They were originally described as Haplochilus annulatus by George Albert Boulenger when he first recorded the species in 1915. This Latin name references …
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The Spotted Gar, which you might also hear referred to as Lepisosteus oculatus, is a North American freshwater fish that lives in rivers and lakes. Lepisosteus oculatus is a predator, and in most lakes and rivers, it’s at the top of the food chain, or at least very close to it. The Spotted Gar is …
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Blue ram cichlids are among the most visually appealing freshwater fish in the hobby. Almost every colour of the rainbow can be seen in a healthy ram in breeding condition. In this article, we’ll guide you through how to keep Blue Rams, their breeding process, and other helpful information. Let’s dive in! Care Guide Tank …
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Native to the warm, slow rivers, ponds, and rice paddies of Southeast Asia, the Sparkling Gourami (Trichopsis Pumila) is a vegetation-loving little fish with a gorgeous technicolor body. With their lung-ish labyrinth organ, these little things are just as fascinating on the inside as they are on the outside. It allows them to surface for …
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The Zebra Pleco is an attractive freshwater fish. Their distinctive stripy appearance makes them very popular with all types of aquarists and they are considered very easy to look after. If you want to know more about this fish or you are considering getting some of your own, read on to find out all about …
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The scientific name for this species is Lepomis cyanellus. This species is native to the middle of the United States, particularly in the Gulf Coast and the Great Lakes to the North. The distribution of these fish has expanded accidentally and they are now commonly seen across the entire United States and parts of Mexico. …
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Native to the Ganges Basin in northern India, the Yoyo Loach is a wonderful freshwater fish with a personality as bold as its stripy patterns. Pertaining to the Botiidae family, this rather energetic and confident fish goes by many names, including Almora Loach, Pakistani Loach, and Lohachata Botia Loaches, but their binomial name is Botia …
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