The 20 Best Algae Eaters For Your Freshwater Tank
You’re always battling algae if you own a freshwater tank. It’s just the way it is. But you…
Jewel Cichlid Care: Tank Mates, Setup, Breeding, Etc.
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Hemichromis Other Names: Jewel cichlid or jewelfish Lifespan: 5 years Size: 6 inches Care: …
Dragon Fish Goby Care 101 (aka Violet Goby)
The Dragon Goby is a special fish that brings a very different kind of feel to your aquarium.…
Flowerhorn Cichlid Care: Tank Mates, Food & Other Tips
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Amphilophus hybrid Other Names: Flowerhorn Cichlid; Flower Horn Fish; Luohan Lifespan: 11-12 years Size:…
Royal Gramma 101: Care, Compatibility, Lifespan & More
The royal gramma aka fairy basslet is one of our absolute favorite saltwater aquarium fish out there. They’re…
Iridescent Shark 101: Care, Growth Rate, Size, & More
The iridescent shark aka iridescent catfish is a very large freshwater fish that only the most prepared aquarists…
Bumblebee Goby Care: Tank Mates, Diet, Breeding, & More
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Brachygobius xanthozonus Other Names: Goby, Fish, Mudskipper, Pygmy Goby, Gudgeon Lifespan: 3 years Size: …
Harlequin Rasbora Care: Size, Tank Mates, Breeding & More
Harlequin Rasboras are a beautiful freshwater fish that can be found in plenty of tanks all over the…
Black Skirt Tetra 101: Care, Tank Mates, Breeding & More
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Gymnocorymbus ternetzi Other Names: Petticoat tetra, high-fin black skirt tetra, black widow tetra, black…
Convict Cichlid 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size & Breeding
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Amatitlania nigrofasciata Other Names: Zebra cichlids and zebra chanchitos.. Lifespan: 8-10 years Size: 4-5…
Celestial Pearl Danio Care Guide (aka Galaxy Rasbora)
Celestial Pearl Danios (aka Galaxy Rasboras) are a beautiful freshwater species that we recommend all the time. Their…
Blue Velvet Shrimp Care: The Complete Guide
The Blue Velvet Shrimp is a species of freshwater shrimp that simply look amazing. Their vibrant blue color…
Dojo Loach Care 101 (aka Weather Or Pond Loach)
The Dojo Loach (aka Weather Loach or Pond Loach) is one of our all-time favorite freshwater species. These…
Ramshorn Snail 101: Care, Breeding, Lifespan, Eggs & More
The Ramshorn Snail is a critter we really enjoy. They’re super easy to care for and quite fun…
The Complete Twig Catfish (Farlowella) Care Guide
The twig catfish is one of the more unique looking freshwater fish out there. These neat creatures have…
150+ Clever & Funny Fish Puns (The Ultimate List)
This post of fish puns is just about having some good old fashioned fun. Instead of the usual…
Bubble Eye Goldfish: The Complete Care Guide
The Bubble Eye Goldfish is a freshwater species that has an extremely unique appearance. They almost look like…
Green Neon Tetra Care: Everything You Need To Know!
The Green Neon Tetra is a really neat freshwater fish that we absolutely love. While a lot of…
Redtail Catfish 101: Size, Care, & Tank Mates
The redtail catfish is a massive freshwater fish that only the most experienced aquarists should attempt to keep.…
Synodontis Catfish 101: Care, Size, Tank Mates & Food
For many fishkeepers, Synodontis catfish are an appealing and interesting species to have. Due to their versatility and…
Hillstream Loach Care Guide: Tank Mates, Size, Breeding…
The hillstream loach is an awesome looking freshwater fish that doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Their special…
Apistogramma Care 101 (aka Dwarf Cichlid)
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Apistogramma Other Names: Cacatuoides, Agassizii, Borellii, Macmasteri, Hongsloi, Viejita, Baenschi, Elizabethae, Trifasciata Lifespan: 5-10…
Peacock Cichlid 101: Care, Types, Tank Mates, And More!
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Aulonocara jacobfreibergi Other Names: Peacock cichlids, aulonocaras or simply “peacocks” Lifespan: 6-8 years Size: …
The Most Popular Types Of Goldfish (Updated List)
Goldfish are one of the first fish people mention when talking about home aquariums. But most don’t realize…
Building a Paludarium Tank: Animals, Plants & Waterfalls
Your average person on the street won’t know what a paludarium is. They’ll probably think you made the…
Chili Rasbora (Boraras Brigittae): Complete Care Guide
The Chili Rasbora is a tropical freshwater fish that has held the attention of the aquarium community for…
Dwarf Gourami Care, Tank Mates, Lifespan & More
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Trichogaster lalius Other Names: gourami, Flame gourami, Powder blue gourami, Red gourami, Sunset gourami…
Electric Blue Acara 101: Care, Tank Mates, Breeding…
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Andinoacara Pulcher Other Names: Blue Acara, Electric Blue Cichlid, Electric Blue Ram, Andinoacara Electric…
How Long Do Betta Fish Live? Complete Lifespan Info
You would be blown away if you knew how many times we get asked: “how long do betta…
Staurogyne Repens Care Guide: The Perfect Carpet Plant!
Staurogyne repens is a great freshwater aquarium plant choice for aquarists of all experience levels. It’s a plant…
Dwarf Hairgrass Care: Carpet Advice & How To Plant
Dwarf hairgrass stands as a hidden gem among aquarium carpet plants. Interest in this plant exists, but it…
Rubber Lip Pleco 101: Care, Max Size, Diet, And More!
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Chaetostoma Milesi Other Names: Rubbernose Pleco, Bulldog Pleco, Rubber Pleco, Chostoma Plecoaet Lifespan: 10-12…
Scarlet Badis 101: Care, Tank Mates & Breeding
Scarlet badis are an extremely popular freshwater fish and one of our favorite nano fishes you can get…
Rope Fish Care: Tank Mates, Diet, Size, And More!
The rope fish (also known as the African rope fish or reed fish) is a very unique freshwater…
Green Terror Cichlids: Size, Tank Mates & General Care
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Andinoacara rivulatus Other Names: Gold Saum, White Saum, and the Orange Saum Lifespan: Between…
Red Empress Cichlid Care: Everything You Need To Know!
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Aquarium fish Other Names: Red Empress, Red Empress Hap, Spindle Hap, Fire Blue Hap,…
Rummy Nose Tetra 101: Diet, Tank Mates, Breeding & More
The Rummy Nose Tetra is a neat-looking freshwater fish that are a good fit for many aquariums. While…
Fishkeeping 101: Beginner’s Guide to Happy Fish!
So, you’ve decided to dive into fishkeeping. First off, congratulations! You’re about to join one of the most…
African Cichlid Care Guide: Tank Setup, Types & Tank Mates
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Cichlidae Other Names: Aquarium fish Lifespan: 8 years Size: 2-8 inches Care: Difficult Diet: …
Chinese Algae Eater 101: Care, Size, Lifespan, & Tank Mates
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Gyrinocheilus aymonieri Other Names: Sucking Loach, Honey Loach, Honey Sucker Lifespan: 10 years Size: …