The Chinese Algae Eater is a freshwater bottom-dweller fish. They are often used for algae management and assistance with tank cleaning. However, some owners of Chinese Algae Eaters are surprised to find that as the species get older they can become less interested in algae and lean more towards live food- sometimes even taking a …
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The goliath tigerfish is an African predatory freshwater fish often found in rivers and lakes. They’re an extremely large and dangerous fish and only the most experienced aquarists should think about owning one. If you’re got an especially large aquarium or tank in your home and you’re interested in owning this species, then keep on …
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There are various types of Rasbora, such as Harlequin, scissortail, Chili, Galaxy and lambchop. Whichever type you choose, these active and robust fish will make an excellent addition to your home aquarium. They are popular with beginner aquarists because they are confident, fun and considered fairly easy to care for. The only downside is that …
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Warmouths are a species of freshwater fish found in the rivers and lakes of the Eastern United States. They are not a very popular choice for domestic aquariums despite being hardy and fairly easy to look after. They have a reputation for being aggressive which could explain why they are less popular with aquarists than …
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The Dragon Goby is a long slender fish with an eel-like appearance. They have quite specific requirements to keep them healthy, but are still a popular option with both beginner and experienced aquarists. If you want to find out whether the Dragon Goby is the right species of fish for you, then keep reading. We …
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Kissing Gourami are a fascinating species of freshwater fish with a unique appearance and intriguing personality. They are medium in size, and suitable for aquarists with intermediate experience or perhaps ambitious beginners. If you are considering adding them to your aquarium, or you want to find out more about this particular species, then keep reading! …
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Loaches are a family of freshwater bottom-dwellers. They make a popular alternative to nocturnal catfish in domestic freshwater aquariums, as they are generally more active during daytime hours. Loaches are known for their lively personalities and interesting patterns and coloring. Whilst they are difficult to breed in a domestic environment, they are relatively easy to …
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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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