There is more to the aquarium world than just saltwater and freshwater. Did you know that some fish species naturally inhabit areas where rivers meet the ocean and the water is not quite freshwater and not quite saltwater either? These environments are known as brackish areas and house some very special fish species! If you … Read more
Poecilia sphenops, also known as mollies, are one of the most popular aquarium fish species. These livebearers are available in many different colors and patterns and are sure to add a fun note to your aquarium. They make an easy breeding project and also offer a great opportunity to set up a brackish tank. Keep … Read more
Some of the most popular species in the aquarium hobby, such as bumblebee gobies, are actually not freshwater fish but require a brackish tank. If you want to set up an aquarium for one of these species one thing you’ll need to think about is plants: most aquarium plants don’t appreciate being exposed to salt … Read more
Gobies from the Brachygobius genus, better known as bumblebee gobies, are small bottom-dwelling fish featuring bee-like black and yellow stripes. Despite its cute appearance, unfortunately, this species is not an ideal community fish as it requires a brackish water setup that many potential tank mates can’t thrive in.  So, why keep bumblebee gobies then? … Read more
