Fish Care Guides

The Asian arowana (scientifically known as Scleropages formosus) are a popular aquarium fish that is made of several freshwater phenotypes. Also known as the Asian bonytongue or dragonfish according to the color varieties, the Asian arowana is native to Southeast Asian slow-moving waters.  Asian arowanas are most commonly identified by their signature downturned smiles, making …

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The Silver Arowana belongs to the Osteoglossidae family and is a South American freshwater species. Its scientific name is Osteoglossum bicirrhosum but it is also referred to as the Monkey Fish or the Dragon Fish. In the wild, they are found in the Amazon River Basin.  Due to their predatory behavior, this species is not …

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The Fathead Minnow, also known by its binomial nomenclature, Pimephales promelas, is native to North America and Canada.  This minnow species is a freshwater fish, and it’s kept both as an aquarium fish and a feeder fish for larger aquarium inhabitants.  Today’s care guide for the Fathead Minnow is geared towards keeping this fish long-term, …

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The Pictus Catfish, or Pimelodus pictus by its scientific name, is an absolute favorite freshwater fish among aquarists all over the world. This is due to their peaceful nature and the fact that they are easy to care for, as well as their distinctive and dramatic barbels of course! They are a surprisingly active species …

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It’s perhaps unfair to call this South American cichlid the “Green Terror” – after all, it isn’t always green. The aggressive behavior is certainly a defining feature of this remarkable cichlid, although “Terror” might be taking it too far. An inquisitive nature combined with a large tank can soften out those territorial edges. Found in …

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A large fish with an incredible iridescent shine, the Texas cichlid has become a very popular choice for the home aquarium. Found in the freshwater of the Rio Grande in Texas, and in areas of northeast Mexico, they’re the only cichlid that’s native to North America. They’re also a prolific invasive species, thanks to their …

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The Pearl Gourami is a freshwater species that is native to Southeast Asia. Its scientific name is Trichopodus Leerii and it belongs to the Osphronemidae family. This popular species of Gourami is not only beautiful to look at, but it is also hardy and easy to care for. As a labyrinth fish, it can breathe …

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