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Harlequin Shrimp swimming in saltwater
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Harlequin Shrimp Care: Tank Size, Lifespan, Food & Diet

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • January 23, 2023
We hope you are ready to learn about the amazing Harlequin Shrimp in this care guide. This shrimp…
CCare Guides
Mandarin Goby swimming in a saltwater tank
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Mandarin Goby Care: Tank Size, Mates, Food and Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • January 20, 2023
The Mandarin Goby is a very popular and peaceful fish in the saltwater world because of its highly…
CCare Guides
An adult black orchid betta fish
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Black Orchid Betta Fish: The Complete Care Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 12, 2022
Due to their stunning appearance, black orchid betta fish are some of the most popular freshwater varieties you…
CCare Guides
A moneywort plant growing out of an aquarium
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Moneywort In Aquariums: An In-Depth Plant Care Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 9, 2022
Moneywort is a popular plant for aquariums, and the reasons are obvious. This plant looks great, can improve…
CCare Guides
An adult black axolotl
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Black Axolotl Care: Everything You Need To Know

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 8, 2022
Black axolotls are a unique variation of an extremely popular and iconic aquatic pet. But interestingly enough, many…
CCare Guides
A koi betta fish near the surface
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Koi Betta Fish: A Care Guide To Help Them Thrive

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 7, 2022
Koi betta fish are unique and gorgeous fish that appeal to a wide variety of aquarists. It doesn’t…
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Ranchu goldfish in a large home aquarium tank
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Ranchu Goldfish: Care, Tank Size, Lifespan, Setup & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 5, 2022
Ranchu goldfish are strange but cute looking fish that appeal to a large number of aquarists. Because of…
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Jardini arowana swimming in a large aquarium
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Jardini Arowana Care: Tank Size, Diet, Lifespan & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 4, 2022
Jardini arowanas are large and intimidating freshwater fish that aren’t suitable for many aquarists. But if you have…
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An adult electric blue ram cichlid
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Electric Blue Ram Cichlid: Care, Size, Tank Mates & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 3, 2022
Electric blue ram cichlids are eye-catching freshwater fish that aquarists of all ages are interested in. Once you…
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A full-grown lionhead goldfish
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Lionhead Goldfish Care: Tank Size, Lifespan, Diet & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 2, 2022
Lionhead goldfish are a unique and cute species that many freshwater aquarists are interested in. Due to their…
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Severum cichlid swimming in a freshwater aquarium
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Severum Cichlid: Care, Tank Mates, Size, Diet & Setup

  • byAlison Yang
  • December 1, 2022
Severum cichlids are beautiful and unique-looking fish that many aquarists don’t know much about. It’s easy to assume…
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Venustus cichlid swimming in an aquarium with plants
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Venustus Cichlid Care: Size, Tank Mates, Setup & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 29, 2022
Venustus cichlids are wonderful-looking freshwater fish that can stand out in any home tank. And because of this,…
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An adult yellow lab cichlid
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Yellow Lab Cichlid Care: Size, Tank Mates, Diet & Setup

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 29, 2022
Yellow lab cichlids are eye-catching freshwater fish that many aquarists dream about owning one day. But there’s a…
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Alien betta fish
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Alien Betta Fish: Care, Lifespan, Tank Mates, Size & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 26, 2022
Because of their stunning appearance, alien betta fish are sought-after by many freshwater aquarists. But there are a…
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Red zebra cichlid swimming in an aquarium
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Red Zebra Cichlid Care: Tank Mates, Diet, Size & Lifespan

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 24, 2022
Red zebra cichlids are a gorgeous freshwater species that you need to see in person. Their stunning appearance…
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A Blood Parrot Cichlid swimming by itself in a freshwater aquarium
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Blood Parrot Cichlid Care: Size, Behavior, Tank Mates…

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 23, 2022
Blood Parrot Cichlids are a gorgeous freshwater fish that have generated quite a lot of conflicting opinions over…
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An adult wolf cichlid
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Wolf Cichlid Care: Size, Diet, Tank Mates & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 22, 2022
Wolf cichlids are fascinating (and slightly intimidating) freshwater fish. This species is known for its intelligence, aggression, and…
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Scissortail rasboras swimming in a tank
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Scissortail Rasbora Care: Size, Lifespan, Diet & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 20, 2022
The scissortail rasbora is a fun freshwater species to own, and is a great choice for many aquarists.…
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Flame tetra swimming in a freshwater aquarium
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Flame Tetra Care: Size, Tank Mates, Diet, Water & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • November 17, 2022
The flame tetra is a wonderful freshwater species that will always catch your eye. With their gorgeous appearance…
CCare Guides
Albino bristlenose pleco in a freshwater tank
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Albino Bristlenose Pleco: The Complete Care Guide

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 24, 2022
The albino bristlenose pleco is a stunning freshwater fish that can be hard to find. Due to their…
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A sparkling gourami swimming
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Sparkling Gourami: Care, Tank Mates, Size, And More!

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 21, 2022
Sparkling gouramis (also known as pygmy gouramis) are easily one of our favorite freshwater fishes to keep in…
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Bichir on the substrate
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Bichir Care 101: Tank Mates, Diet, Size, Types, Etc.

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 20, 2022
The bichir is an awesome and unique freshwater fish that adds a very prehistoric feel to your tank.…
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A Zebra Pleco at the bottom of a freshwater aquarium
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Zebra Pleco 101: Care, Size, Breeding & More!

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 20, 2022
Zebra Plecos are a beautiful and easy to care for freshwater fish that we recommend all the time.…
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A Gold Nugget Pleco attached to a piece of wood
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Gold Nugget Pleco 101: Care, Size, Breeding & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 20, 2022
The Gold Nugget Pleco is a gorgeous freshwater fish that has been getting more and more interest lately,…
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One Emperor Tetra swimming in a freshwater aquarium
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Emperor Tetra 101: The Complete Care Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 18, 2022
The Emperor Tetra is an underrated freshwater fish that we’ve been a fan of for years. While they’re…
CCare Guides
An adult blue pearl shrimp
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Everything You Need To Know About Blue Pearl Shrimp

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 17, 2022
Blue pearl shrimp are gorgeous freshwater critters that can thrive in a variety of conditions. Because of that,…
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Paradise fish from the side
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Paradise Fish 101: Care, Tank Size, & Tank Mate

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 15, 2022
Paradise fish (aka paradise gourami) are a beautiful freshwater fish that many aquarists are interested in. Their unique…
CCare Guides
Water wisteria
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Water Wisteria Care: Planting, Propagation & Carpet Tips

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 14, 2022
Water wisteria is a fantastic plant option for freshwater aquariums. It looks great, is easy to care for,…
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Clown Pleco 101: Care, Size, Diet, Lifespan, And More!

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 14, 2022
Clown plecos are a popular freshwater fish that can be found in aquariums all over the world. In…
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A sketch of a Ryukin Goldfish
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Ryukin Goldfish 101: Care, Size, Lifespan, Food & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 13, 2022
Ryukin Goldfish are a popular goldfish species that have quite a unique look! Despite this, they’re actually quite…
CCare Guides
A Zebra Loach resting on a piece of wood
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Zebra Loach 101: Care, Size, Diet & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 13, 2022
The Zebra Loach is an amazing freshwater fish that we recommend to aquarists of all skill and experience…
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Geosesarma dennerle moving sideways
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Vampire Crab 101: Care, Habitat Setup, Tank Mates & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 12, 2022
Vampire Crabs are one of the most stunning creatures you can keep in captivity. Their unique colors are…
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Apple snails in an aquarium
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Apple Snail Care: Diet, Size, Lifespan, Breeding & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 12, 2022
Apple snails are adorable and low-maintenance creatures that you can keep in a variety of aquarium settings. It…
CCare Guides
A Royal Pleco swimming in a freshwater aquarium
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Royal Pleco 101: Care, Size, Growth Rate, Food & More!

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 9, 2022
Royal Plecos are an incredibly unique freshwater fish that will draw attention in any tank. These large, interesting-looking…
CCare Guides
A German Blue Ram Cichlid swimming in a planted freshwater tank
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German Blue Ram 101: Care, Breeding, Tank Mates…

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • October 7, 2022
The German Blue Ram Cichlid is one of the most underrated freshwater species you can find. They’re absolutely…
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Ember Tetra
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Ember Tetra 101: Care, Size, Breeding, Lifespan, & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 4, 2022
The Ember Tetra is a cute and fun little freshwater fish that we recommend to aquarists of all…
CCare Guides
Two Upside Down Catfish swimming together
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Upside Down Catfish 101: Care, Size, Tank Mates…

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 2, 2022
Upside Down Catfish are one of our favorite freshwater species without a doubt. We find ourselves recommending them…
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A Striped Raphael Catfish scavenging near the aquarium substrate
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Striped Raphael Catfish: Care, Size, Food & More…

  • byAlison Yang
  • October 1, 2022
Striped Raphael Catfish are great freshwater species that often overlooked by many aquarists. But trust us, there’s a…
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Silver dollar fish
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Silver Dollar Fish 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size, & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • September 28, 2022
The silver dollar fish is a popular and unique freshwater fish that have been a staple inclusion in…
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A cabomba plant in a home aquarium
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Cabomba Plant Care: Everything You Need To Know

  • byAlison Yang
  • September 27, 2022
Cabomba plants are an excellent option for any aquarist who’s looking to introduce some vegetation into their tank.…

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