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CCare Guides
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…
CCare Guides
A Peacock Gudgeon at feeding time
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Peacock Gudgeon 101: Care, Tank Mates, Breeding & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Tateurndina ocellicauda Other Names: Goby, Gudgeon Fish, Gudgeon Dwarf Cichlid, Spotted Gudgeon, Gudgeon Cichlid…
CCare Guides
A Jaguar Cichlid swimming in its tank
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Jaguar Cichlid (Managuense): Care, Size, Tank Mates…

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Parachromis managuensis Other Names:  Aztec Cichlid, Jaguar Cichlid, Managua Cichlid, Spotted Guapote, Tiger Guapote,…
CCare Guides
Nerite snail near the substrate looking for algae
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Nerite Snail Care: Types, Breeding, Eggs & Lifespan

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Nerite snails stand out as some of the best little helpers in your aquarium. They’re charming and busy…
CCare Guides
assassin snail
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Assassin Snail Care: Diet, Tank, Breeding & Lifespan

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Assassin Snails are loved by many who have freshwater tanks. Their cool patterns and easy care make them…
CCare Guides
A swimming firemouth cichlid
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Firemouth Cichlid 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Thorichthys meeki Other Names:  Cichlasoma meeki , C. hyorhynchum, firemouth, redbreasted cichlid, mojarra boca…
CCare Guides
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,…
CCare Guides
A mystery snail moving along the substrate
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Mystery Snail 101: Care, Lifespan, Breeding, Food & More

  • byJulianne Turner
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Pomacea bridgesii Other Names: Apple snail, Spike-topped apple snail, Miracle snail, Golden snail, Cherry…
CCare Guides
Side view of a Red Tail Shark
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Red Tail Shark 101: Care, Size, Tank Mates, Food, & More

  • byJulianne Turner
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Epalzeorhynchos bicolor Other Names: Redtail shark, redtail black shark, Black shark, Bicolor shark, Redtail…
CCare Guides
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…
PPlants
Java fern plant in a freshwater aquarium tank
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Java Fern Care 101: How To Grow, Plant & Propagate

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Java fern stands out as the go-to plant for freshwater aquariums. With its strong build and stunning looks,…
CCare Guides
One silver tip tetra looking for food
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Silver Tip Tetra Guide: Care, Lifespan, Tank Mates…

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Silver tip tetras are like hidden gems in the world of freshwater fish. People often overlook their beauty,…
CCare Guides
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…
CCare Guides
One ruby tetra swimming near the substrate
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Ruby Tetra 101: Care, Tank Size, Food, Lifespan & More!

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Ruby tetras are delightful little fish perfect for a bright aquarium. Their vivid colors and tiny size turn…
CCare Guides
A few water sprite plants
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Water Sprite Plant: Care, Floating, Trimming & Planting

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Water sprite is a delightful plant that brings a noticeable difference to your aquarium’s look and function. Whatever…
CCare Guides
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,…
CCare Guides
One Mbu puffer fish in a freshwater tank
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Mbu Puffer Fish 101: Care, Tank Size, Food & Tank Mates

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
The Mbu puffer fish is an incredibly unique species that has quite a personality. Known for being very…
CCare Guides
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…
CCare Guides
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…
CCare Guides
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…
CCare Guides
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…
CCare Guides
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,…
CCare Guides
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
Ludwigia Repens plant outside of its aquarium
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Ludwigia Repens: How To Care For This Aquarium Plant

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Ludwigia Repens offers a lot of goodies for a freshwater tank. Imagine a vibrant addition that perfectly fits…
CCare Guides
Two Jungle Val plants in a freshwater aquarium
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The Complete Jungle Val Care & Planting Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Jungle Val is a superb plant that can totally transform your aquarium. It helps keep the water healthy,…
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
A Bolivian Ram Cichlid in a home aquarium
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Bolivian Ram Cichlid: Care, Tank Mates, Diet & More!

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Mikrogeophagus altispinosus Other Names:  Bolivian butterfly, Butterfly cichlid, Red Cichlid, Ruby clown cichlid, Ruby…
CCare Guides
Red devil cichlid
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Red Devil Cichlid 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Amphilophus labiatus Other Names:  Cichlasoma labiatum, Heros labiatus Gunther, Mojarra picuda. Lifespan:  10-12 years…
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: …
CCare Guides
A male swordtail fish
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Swordtail Fish 101: Care, Size, Lifespan, & Breeding

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Xiphophorus Other Names: Platyfish (or platies) and swordtails Lifespan: 3- 5  years Size:  5.5…
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…
CCare Guides
One lemon tetra in a planted tank
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Lemon Tetra Care: Diet, Tank Mates, Size, Behavior…

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Lemon tetras are charming little freshwater fish that can sprinkle a delightful splash of color into any aquarium.…
CCare Guides
Guppy fish swimming in a large tank
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Guppy Care Guide: Lifespan, Size, Diet, Breeding & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Poecilia Reticulata Other Names: Millionfish and Rainbow Fish Lifespan: 2-5 years Size:  2 inches,…
CCare Guides
A curious Sterbai Cory at the bottom of a freshwater aquarium
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Sterbai Cory 101: Care, Size, Diet, Tank & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Sterbai Cory, a charming freshwater fish, quietly swims under the radar in the aquarium world. Yet, similar to…
CCare Guides
A swimming blue gourami
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Blue or Three Spot Gourami 101: Care, Tank Mates & Lifespan

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
The blue gourami is a dazzling freshwater fish that brings a lot of joy to its owners. They…
CCare Guides
Endler's livebearer swimming in a freshwater aquarium
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Endler’s Livebearer Care 101 (Poecilia Wingei)

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
Endler’s livebearers, known as poecilia wingei, shimmer like underwater jewels. These dazzling freshwater fish are hard to miss,…

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