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Millie Sheppard

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As an avid Aquarist, Marine Biologist, and PADI Diver, Millie is dedicated to exploring and preserving the wonders of our oceans. She is looking forward to create a career in the field of aquatic ecosystems based on a deep-rooted love for marine life and a commitment to environmental conservation. She is always eager to connect with fellow marine enthusiasts, scientists, conservationists, and publications seeking engaging marine-related content. Feel free to reach out to Millie to: [email protected]

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A Cherry Barb swimming through planted tanks
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Cherry Barb 101: Care, Tank Mates, Diet, Breeding & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
The Cherry Barb is a great freshwater fish that we’ve been recommending for years. If you’ve been in…
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Pictus catfish care tips
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Pictus Catfish 101: Care, Size, Tank Mates, Lifespan…

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
The pictus catfish is one of our favorite freshwater fishes for a number of reasons. They’re cute, easy…
CCare Guides
Hornwort aquarium plant appearance
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Hornwort Plants: How To Care For Them In Your Aquarium

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
If you’re considering adding some plants to your aquarium, hornwort is a fantastic choice. It’s easy to care…
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A colorful betta fish not eating
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Why Your Betta Fish Is Not Eating (Simple Checklist)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
There are always plenty of fishkeepers trying to find out the cause of their betta fish not eating.…
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A male Odessa Barb at feeding time
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Odessa Barb 101: Care, Size, Breeding, And More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
The Odessa Barb is a fantastic freshwater fish to keep in your aquarium. They’re easy to care for,…
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One Bamboo Shrimp sitting on a plant leaf
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Bamboo Shrimp 101: Care, Size, Lifespan, Breeding, Etc.

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
Bamboo Shrimp are a neat looking freshwater species that have been in the aquarium scene for quite a…
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Flowerhorn cichlid in tank
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Flowerhorn Cichlid Care: Tank Mates, Food & Other Tips

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Amphilophus hybrid Other Names:  Flowerhorn Cichlid; Flower Horn Fish; Luohan Lifespan:  11-12 years Size:…
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Side view of a convict cichlid
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Convict Cichlid 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size & Breeding

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Amatitlania nigrofasciata Other Names:  Zebra cichlids and zebra chanchitos.. Lifespan:  8-10 years Size:  4-5…
JJust For Fun
A fish swimming thinking about some fun puns!
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150+ Clever & Funny Fish Puns (The Ultimate List)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
This post of fish puns is just about having some good old fashioned fun. Instead of the usual…
CCare Guides
Twig catfish on a piece of wood
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The Complete Twig Catfish (Farlowella) Care Guide

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
The twig catfish is one of the more unique looking freshwater fish out there. These neat creatures have…
CCare Guides
A Blue Velvet Shrimp sitting on a plant leaf
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Blue Velvet Shrimp Care: The Complete Guide

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
The Blue Velvet Shrimp is a species of freshwater shrimp that simply look amazing. Their vibrant blue color…
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A hillstream loach
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Hillstream Loach Care Guide: Tank Mates, Size, Breeding…

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
The hillstream loach is an awesome looking freshwater fish that doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Their special…
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Oranda Goldfish type
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The Most Popular Types Of Goldfish (Updated List)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 30, 2026
Goldfish are one of the first fish people mention when talking about home aquariums. But most don’t realize…
CCare Guides
Dwarf gourami swimming in a tank
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Dwarf Gourami Care, Tank Mates, Lifespan & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Trichogaster lalius Other Names:  gourami, Flame gourami, Powder blue gourami, Red gourami, Sunset gourami…
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Rubber lip pleco on the substrate
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Rubber Lip Pleco 101: Care, Max Size, Diet, And More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Chaetostoma Milesi Other Names: Rubbernose Pleco, Bulldog Pleco, Rubber Pleco, Chostoma Plecoaet Lifespan: 10-12…
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Electric Blue Acara side angle
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Electric Blue Acara 101: Care, Tank Mates, Breeding…

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Andinoacara Pulcher Other Names: Blue Acara, Electric Blue Cichlid, Electric Blue Ram, Andinoacara Electric…
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Scarlet badis
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Scarlet Badis 101: Care, Tank Mates & Breeding

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Scarlet badis are an extremely popular freshwater fish and one of our favorite nano fishes you can get…
RResources
The floating plant Duckweed in a fish tank
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13 Best Floating Aquarium Plants (No Hassle)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Floating aquarium plants can bring a completely new dynamic to your tank. In fact, they’re our favorite suggestion…
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Side profile illustration of an Elephant Nose Fish
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Elephant Nose Fish 101: Care, Tank Mates, Diet & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Gnathonemus petersii Other Names:  Elephantnose fish, long-nosed elephant fish, and Ubangi mormyrid Lifespan:  6-10…
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Dwarf pea puffer swimming
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Dwarf Pea Puffer 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size, And Diet

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
The pea puffer (aka dwarf pufferfish) could be one of the cutest freshwater species on the planet. We…
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A tiger shovelnose catfish in a tank
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Tiger Shovelnose Catfish: Care, Size & Tank Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
The tiger shovelnose catfish is a very interesting freshwater fish that has captured the attention of aquarists for…
RResources
Betta fish plant on the bottom of an aquarium
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17 Best Live Plants For Betta Fish (Easy To Care For)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Picking the best live plants for Betta fish is something that many aquarists struggle with. It can either…
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Rotala indica up close
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Rotala Indica Care: The Full Aquarium Plant Guide

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Rotala indica makes a beautiful addition to many aquariums. It’s pleasing to the eye, simple to care for,…
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Java moss tree in tank
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Java Moss Aquarium Care Guide (Plus Proven Carpet Strategy)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Java moss makes a fantastic addition to an aquarium. Picking plants to grow in your tank can be…
CCare Guides
Kuhli loach being shy
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Kuhli Loach 101: Care, Tank Size, Breeding, And Tank Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
The Kuhli Loach is an amazing cleaner fish that gets along wonderfully with its tank mates. On top…
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A swimming black ghost knife fish
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Black Ghost Knife Fish 101: Care, Tank Mates, And More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Apteronotus albifrons Other Names: Apteronotus passan, Gymnotus albifrons, Sternarchus albifrons, S. lacepedii, S. maximilliani…
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A few African Butterfly Fish swimming near the top of the aquarium
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African Butterfly Fish 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
The African Butterfly Fish, also known as the Freshwater Butterfly Fish, catches the eye with its unique look,…
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Oscar fish care recommendations
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Oscar Fish Care: Tank Mates, Food, Size & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Oscar fish, often called velvet cichlids, are a big hit in the world of home aquariums. They look…
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One pristella tetra
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Pristella Tetra (X-Ray): Care, Diet, Tank Mates & More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
The pristella tetra, also called the x-ray tetra, stands out as a freshwater fish that’s often overlooked, though…
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ghost shrimp
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Ghost Shrimp Care: Food, Lifespan, Breeding, & Tank Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Ghost shrimp have long fascinated us, and it’s more than just the usual chatter from other folks with…
CCare Guides
One Pygmy Cory Catfish swimming in a freshwater aquarium
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Pygmy Cory Care: Size, Tank Mates, Diet & More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Pygmy Cory Catfish make a fantastic freshwater pick for anyone who loves aquariums. They’re adorable, easy to look…
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A peacock eel
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Peacock Eel: Care, Tank Mates, Food, Size & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Peacock eels stand out as one-of-a-kind freshwater fish, often wrapped in mystery and **misunderstanding**. Many fish enthusiasts have…
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A platy fish exploring the substrate
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Platy Fish 101: Care, Types, Diet, Lifespan & More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Platy fish are a big hit with folks who keep freshwater tanks. They’re colorful, easy to care for,…
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Colorful Plakat Betta fish by itself
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Plakat Betta: Care, Tank Mates, Diet, Size & More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Plakat Bettas are beautiful freshwater fish that catch the eye of many folks. Their amazing colors and fins…
CCare Guides
Close up of a Bala Shark with a white background
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Bala Sharks: Care Guide, Tank Size, Food, And Tank Mates

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Balantiocheilos melanopterus Other Names: Tricolor shark, tricolor sharkminnow, Silver shark, or Shark minnow Lifespan:…
CCare Guides
Dwarf water lettuce in a large aquarium
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Dwarf Water Lettuce: The Ultimate Care Guide

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Pistia stratiotes Other Names:  Water Cabbage Size:  10 inches Care: Easy – Moderate Growth…
CCare Guides
An Amazon sword plant with freshwater plants swimming by it
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Amazon Sword Plant: Care, Planting, Propagation & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Echinodorus grisebachii Other Names:  Broadleaved Amazon Swordplant, Echinodorus bleherae Rataj, Echinodorus bleheri Rataj Lifespan: …
IInfo & Tips
A handful of Indian almond leaves
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Indian Almond Leaves: Benefits For Your Aquarium

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Indian almond leaves might not seem like the typical choice for an aquarium, yet they prove to be…
CCare Guides
Opaline gourami in a freshwater aquarium
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Opaline Gourami: Care, Tank Mates, Size & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Opaline gourami are stunning freshwater fish often missed in aquariums. With tons of other gouramis out there, it’s…
CCare Guides
Lucky bamboo plant before getting placed in an aquarium
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Lucky Bamboo In Aquariums: Everything You Need To Know

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Dracaena sanderiana Other Names:  Friendship Bamboo, Curly Bamboo, Chinese Bamboo, and Chinese Water Bamboo…

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