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Staurogyne repens carpet in tank
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Staurogyne Repens Care Guide: The Perfect Carpet Plant!

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 79.2K views
Staurogyne repens is a great freshwater aquarium plant choice for aquarists of all experience levels. It’s a plant…
CCare Guides
Dwarf hairgrass in tank
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Dwarf Hairgrass Care: Carpet Advice & How To Plant

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
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Dwarf hairgrass stands as a hidden gem among aquarium carpet plants. Interest in this plant exists, but it…
CCare Guides
Green Terror Cichlid in a low-lit tank
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Green Terror Cichlids: Size, Tank Mates & General Care

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 111.8K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Andinoacara rivulatus Other Names:  Gold Saum, White Saum, and the Orange Saum Lifespan:  Between…
CCare Guides
Scarlet badis
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Scarlet Badis 101: Care, Tank Mates & Breeding

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
  • 103.5K views
Scarlet badis are an extremely popular freshwater fish and one of our favorite nano fishes you can get…
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a man checking on his multiple aquariums
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Fishkeeping 101: Beginner’s Guide to Happy Fish!

  • byElizabeth Sheehan
  • April 29, 2026
  • 56.7K views
So, you’ve decided to dive into fishkeeping. First off, congratulations! You’re about to join one of the most…
CCare Guides
Peacock Cichlid
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African Cichlid Care Guide: Tank Setup, Types & Tank Mates

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 121.7K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Cichlidae Other Names:  Aquarium fish Lifespan:  8 years Size:  2-8 inches Care: Difficult Diet: …
CCare Guides
Red Empress Cichlid swimming
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Red Empress Cichlid Care: Everything You Need To Know!

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 85.6K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Aquarium fish Other Names:  Red Empress, Red Empress Hap, Spindle Hap, Fire Blue Hap,…
CCare Guides
A group of swimming Rummy Nose Tetras
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Rummy Nose Tetra 101: Diet, Tank Mates, Breeding & More

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 126.3K views
The Rummy Nose Tetra is a neat-looking freshwater fish that are a good fit for many aquariums. While…
CCare Guides
A Chinese Algae Eater on driftwood
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Chinese Algae Eater 101: Care, Size, Lifespan, & Tank Mates

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 148.2K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Gyrinocheilus aymonieri Other Names: Sucking Loach, Honey Loach, Honey Sucker Lifespan: 10 years Size: …
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The floating plant Duckweed in a fish tank
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13 Best Floating Aquarium Plants (No Hassle)

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
  • 117.2K views
Floating aquarium plants can bring a completely new dynamic to your tank. In fact, they’re our favorite suggestion…
CCare Guides
A standard Comet Goldfish swimming next to some plants
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Comet Goldfish 101: Care, Size, Lifespan and Tank Setup

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 148.2K views
Comet Goldfish are a staple freshwater species that have been in the aquarium scene for many years. Many…
CCare Guides
red finned shark
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Rainbow Shark 101: Care Guide, Tank Size, Food & Tank Mates

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 128.6K views
Rainbow sharks are fascinating and unique fish that can be incredibly rewarding to keep. But before you add…
CCare Guides
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Vampire Pleco (L-240): The Complete Care Guide

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 57.6K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Leporacanthicus galaxias Other Names:  Galaxy pleco and Tusken pleco Lifespan:  15 years Size:  10…
CCare Guides
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
  • 118.2K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name:  Gnathonemus petersii Other Names:  Elephantnose fish, long-nosed elephant fish, and Ubangi mormyrid Lifespan:  6-10…
CCare Guides
Dwarf pea puffer swimming
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Dwarf Pea Puffer 101: Care, Tank Mates, Size, And Diet

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
  • 138.5K views
The pea puffer (aka dwarf pufferfish) could be one of the cutest freshwater species on the planet. We…
RResources
A freshwater aquarium catfish resting on a log
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The 15 Best Types Of Freshwater Aquarium Catfish

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 185.2K views
Aquarium catfish come in all shapes and sizes. They’re super popular among fish lovers everywhere! Want to know…
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Bloodworms background image
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Bloodworms 101: Frozen, Live And Freeze Dried

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 86.6K views
If you’ve spent some time around aquariums, you’ve probably heard all about bloodworms and the basics of their…
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
  • 116.1K views
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
  • 163.9K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Tateurndina ocellicauda Other Names: Goby, Gudgeon Fish, Gudgeon Dwarf Cichlid, Spotted Gudgeon, Gudgeon Cichlid…
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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
  • 120.7K views
Picking the best live plants for Betta fish is something that many aquarists struggle with. It can either…
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
  • 121.2K views
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
  • 74.1K views
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
  • 115.0K views
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
  • 119.1K views
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
  • 88.4K views
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
  • 159.3K views
Quick Facts Scientific Name: Pomacea bridgesii Other Names: Apple snail, Spike-topped apple snail, Miracle snail, Golden snail, Cherry…
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Rimless aquarium display
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The Best Rimless Aquarium Tanks (These Will Blow You Away)

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 95.9K views
If you want a great looking tank that catches your eye, getting a rimless aquarium is the way…
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
  • 167.2K views
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
  • 79.8K views
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
  • 155.7K views
The Kuhli Loach is an amazing cleaner fish that gets along wonderfully with its tank mates. On top…
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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
  • 96.8K views
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
  • 71.7K views
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
  • 133.3K views
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
  • 63.0K views
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
  • 63.4K views
Water sprite is a delightful plant that brings a noticeable difference to your aquarium’s look and function. Whatever…
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Many koi fish in a large pond
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11 Best Pond Fish That You Need To See (Wide Variety)

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 98.4K views
Choosing the best pond fish sure isn’t a walk in the park. Plenty of fish species might survive…
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
  • 127.9K views
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
  • 72.9K views
The Mbu puffer fish is an incredibly unique species that has quite a personality. Known for being very…
RResources
A Harlequin Rasbora swimming in a freshwater nano tank
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21 Small Freshwater Fish For Nano Tanks & Aquariums

  • byAlison Yang
  • April 29, 2026
  • 163.0K views
Choosing the perfect small nano fish for your freshwater aquarium is like picking a needle in a haystack…
CCare Guides
Oscar fish care recommendations
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Oscar Fish Care: Tank Mates, Food, Size & More

  • byMillie Sheppard
  • April 29, 2026
  • 124.1K views
Oscar fish, often called velvet cichlids, are a big hit in the world of home aquariums. They look…

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