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Mysida shrimp in a saltwater aquarium
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Mysis Shrimp: A Care Guide about their Diet, Breeding & Eggs

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • May 30, 2026
Welcome to the fantastical world of Mysis Shrimp care! Did you know Mysis Shrimp are not only delicious…
SSaltwater Fish
A fire shrimp swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Fire Shrimp Care Guide: Size, Reef Safety, Diseases & Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Welcome to the wonderful world of red fire shrimp care! If you’re looking to add a splash of…
SSaltwater Fish
A Peppermint Shrimp swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Peppermint Shrimp 101: Diet, Mates, Breeding & Tank Setup

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Peppermint Shrimp can bring both beauty and practical benefits to your marine environment. In this guide, we will…
CCare Guides
Pistol Shrimp
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Pistol Shrimp Care Guide: Diet, Size, Punch & Power

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Pop! That was the noise from Pistol Shrimp hunting its next prey. These small creatures are capable of…
CCare Guides
Sexy Shrimp in a saltwater aquarium
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Sexy Shrimp Care Guide: Dance, Diet, Tank Size & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
There are many pretty shrimp but there is only one Sexy Shrimp! These shrimp are not only good…
CCare Guides
Harlequin Shrimp swimming in saltwater
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Harlequin Shrimp Care: Tank Size, Lifespan, Food & Diet

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
We hope you are ready to learn about the amazing Harlequin Shrimp in this care guide. This shrimp…
JJust For Fun
Harlequin Shrimp Eating Starfish
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Harlequin Shrimp Eating a Starfish

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Harlequin Shrimp are a gorgeous addition to any tank. These brightly colored crustaceans are highly-evolved hunters adapted to…
CCare Guides
An adult blue pearl shrimp
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Everything You Need To Know About Blue Pearl Shrimp

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Neocaridina palmata Other Names:  Blue Pearl shrimp, white pearl shrimp Lifespan:  1-2 years Size: …
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An adult blue bolt shrimp
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Blue Bolt Shrimp 101: The Complete Care Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Blue bolt shrimp are stunning aquatic creatures that many people want to own. But what they don’t realize…
CCare Guides
Regular cherry shrimp walking
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Cherry Shrimp Care 101: Breeding, Tank Setup, Tank Mates & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Neocaridina heteropoda Other Names: Red Cherry, Cherry Red, Fire Red, Sakura, Painted Fire Red…
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Cherry Shrimp exploring a freshwater aquarium
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17 Types Of Freshwater Aquarium Shrimp You Need To See

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Freshwater aquarium shrimp are some of the most overlooked critters to include in your tank. We understand why…
CCare Guides
Amano shrimp full body
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Amano Shrimp: Care, Lifespan, Breeding & Algae-Eating!

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Amano shrimp are one of the most popular freshwater shrimps around. It’s hard to find someone with a…
CCare Guides
One Bamboo Shrimp sitting on a plant leaf
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Bamboo Shrimp 101: Care, Size, Lifespan, Breeding, Etc.

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Bamboo Shrimp are a neat looking freshwater species that have been in the aquarium scene for quite a…
CCare Guides
A Blue Velvet Shrimp sitting on a plant leaf
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Blue Velvet Shrimp Care: The Complete Guide

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
The Blue Velvet Shrimp is a species of freshwater shrimp that simply look amazing. Their vibrant blue color…
CCare Guides
ghost shrimp
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Ghost Shrimp Care: Food, Lifespan, Breeding, & Tank Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 29, 2026
Ghost shrimp have long fascinated us, and it’s more than just the usual chatter from other folks with…
CCare Guides
Crystal Red shrimp on the substrate of a freshwater aquarium
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Crystal Red Shrimp 101: Care, Parameters, Breeding…

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 29, 2026
Crystal Red shrimp surely catch the eye and have a magnetic charm for many aquarists. Their stunning patterns…
CCare Guides
Two Vampire Shrimp filter feeding in an aquarium
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Vampire Shrimp Care: The Complete Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 29, 2026
Vampire Shrimp bring a lot of joy to any aquarium as a freshwater gem. Their one-of-a-kind appearance and…
CCare Guides
Two Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp in a freshwater aquarium
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Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp Care: The Complete Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 29, 2026
Cardinal Sulawesi Shrimp are one of the most underrated species of freshwater shrimp out there. In fact, most…
JJust For Fun
A classroom aquarium with children observing and taking notes.
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Aquariums as Learning Tools: Inspiring Environmental Education

  • byMohsin Iqbal
  • June 16, 2026
Aquariums aren’t just glass boxes filled with water and fish. They’re living classrooms, tiny windows into the natural…
JJust For Fun
Home aquarium in a living room setting featureing lush aquatic plants, colorful freshwater fish like neon tetras, guppies, and an angelfish.
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How to Create Stunning Aquarium Videos for Social Media (or Just for Fun!)

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • June 16, 2026
Ever watched a jaw-dropping aquarium video and thought, “How on earth do they make their fish tank look…
CCare Guides
A white skirt tetra swimming in a freshwater tank
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White Skirt Tetra Care: Diet, Tankmates, Size and Tank Requirements

  • byJulianne Turner
  • June 15, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Gymnocorymbus ternetzi Other Names:  petticoat tetra, gold skirt tetra Lifespan:  3-5 years Size:  2…
CCare Guides
A stunning vibrant reef aquarium tank in a modern living room setting, crystal clear water with colorful corals including branching SPS corals, soft leather corals, zoanthids, and green star polyps, tropical fish swimming including clownfish and tangs
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The Ultimate Guide for a Stunning Reef Tank With Coral Colonies

  • byMohsin Iqbal
  • June 13, 2026
Let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like staring into a thriving reef tank after a long day. It’s like…
JJust For Fun
Person relaxing beside a planted aquarium full of tropical fish while a dog rests nearby in a cozy living room
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10 Signs You’re a True Pet Lover (Fishkeepers Know the Feeling)

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • June 12, 2026
If you’ve spent any time in the aquarium hobby, you’ve probably noticed something interesting: fishkeeping tends to turn…
RReviews
CO2 cylinder and regulator setup beside a lush planted aquarium.
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Where to Find the Best Affordable CO2 Systems for Planted Aquariums (2026 Review) 

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • June 10, 2026
Finding an affordable and reliable CO2 system for a planted aquarium means knowing where to shop. Some stores…
SSetup & Maintenance
Comparison of planted aquarium substrate types including sand, gravel, and aqua soil
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How to Assess Substrates and Select the Top Type for Planted Aquariums

  • byJulianne Turner
  • June 7, 2026
Choosing the right substrate is one of the most important steps in building a successful planted aquarium. It…
CCare Guides
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Discus Fish Care Guide: Expert Tips For Beginners

  • byMohsin Iqbal
  • June 7, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Symphysodon aequifasciata Other Names:  pompadour fish, Heckel discus, red discus, cichlids Lifespan:  8 to…
RReviews
A cartoonish robot with a light illuminating a fish tank providing automatic feedings.
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23 Aquarium Gadgets You Didn’t Know You Needed (Until Now)

  • byMohsin Iqbal
  • June 4, 2026
If you’re like me, you probably started your aquarium journey with the basics: a tank, some filters, a couple…
CCare Guides
A Melanotaenia-boesemani looking for food
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Boesemani Rainbowfish Care Guide: Tank Setup, Types Of Fish

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • June 3, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Melanotaenia boesemani Other Names:  Bicolor rainbowfish, Bosemani, Boes or Boeseman’s Lifespan:  5-8 years Size: …
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Freshwater aquarium in a science classroom
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The Science of Aquariums: Writing About Ecology, Biology, and Sustainability

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • June 1, 2026
Aquariums are living classrooms, tiny ecosystems that pack a surprising punch when it comes to teaching biology, ecology,…
IInfo & Tips
Responsible aquarium fish breeding with adult fish and fry in planted tank
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Breeding Aquarium Fish Without Overcrowding: A Responsible Fishkeeper’s Guide to Planning Future Tank Population

  • byMohsin Iqbal
  • May 31, 2026
Breeding aquarium fish can be one of the most rewarding parts of fishkeeping. Watching eggs hatch, seeing tiny…
CCare Guides
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Berghia Nudibranch: A Beginner’s Dive Into These Little Sea Slugs

  • byJulianne Turner
  • May 31, 2026
If you’re like me, always tinkering with your reef tank and hunting for ways to keep it pristine…
SSaltwater Fish
An Amphiprion-ocellaris looking for a hiding spot
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Snowflake Clownfish Care: Lifespan, Types, Size and Breeding

  • byMohsin Iqbal
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Amphiprion ocellaris Popular Snowflake Clownfish: Picasso, Premium, Extreme, Snowflake Onyx, Black, Standard, Black Ice.…
SSaltwater Fish
A Pseudanthias squamipinnis hanging out with some Snowflake Clownfish
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Lyretail Anthias: Essential Care Guide for Reef Tank Enthusiasts

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Pseudanthias squamipinnis Other Names: orange basslet, lyretail coralfish, onestripe goldie, lyretail anthias, lyretail fairy…
SSaltwater Fish
A domino damselfish in a saltwater aquarium
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Domino Damsel Care: Diet, Mates, Diseases, Tank and Breeding

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Dascyllus trimaculatus Other Names /  Common Species: Threespot Dascyllus, Three Spot Damsel, Threespot Humbug,…
SSaltwater Fish
An Aplysia in a saltwater aquarium
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Sea Hare Slug Care: Uncovering the Mysteries of Black and Other Aplysia Species

  • byJulianne Turner
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Aplysia Other Names: California black sea hare, wedge sea hare, Aplysia Fasciata, Dolabella Auricularia,…
SSaltwater Fish
A Niger Triggerfish swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Niger Triggerfish Facts: Reef Safe, Care, Mates and Diet

  • byAlison Yang
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Odonus niger Other Names: Red tooth triggerfish, Red fang triggerfish, Blue triggerfish, Red toothed…
CCare Guides
An Acan Coral showing its colors in a saltwater aquarium
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Acan Coral Care: Fragging, Mates, Tank Flow and Light

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
If you’re fascinated by the colorful and mesmerizing beauty of Acan corals, you’ve come to the right place.…
SSaltwater Fish
An Arrow Crab swimming in a saltwater aquarium
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Arrow Crab 101: Diet, Mates, Breeding & Behavior

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Stenorhynchus seticornis Other Names: Spider Crabs, Arrowhead Crabs, Yellowline Arrow Reef Safe: Yes with…
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The 4 Best 10 Gallon Saltwater Fish Tanks

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
We get it, there are many saltwater nano tanks out there and since 10 gallons is quite popular,…
SSaltwater Fish
A dog-faced puffer fish in a saltwater aquarium
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Dog-Faced Puffer 101: Care, Diet, Mates, Teeth and Tank Size

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • May 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Arothron nigropunctatus Other Names /  Common Species: Black Spotted Puffer, Black-Spotted Pufferfish, Blackspotted Blaasop,…

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