Mystery Snail Care Guide

Mystery Snails | Pomacea bridgesii: Care Sheet

Does your freshwater fish tank have a nice green hue to its glass? Are your algae eaters more interested in something other than the algae they’re supposed to be eating? Perhaps the simple solution is adding some mystery snails to your cleanup crew! These snails make a great peaceful addition to any aquarium struggling with … Read more

Blue Parrotfish

Blue Parrotfish (Scarus Coeruleus) Facts & Information

If you’ve ever had the chance to experience the crystal blue waters of the Bahamas or a Caribbean island, you’ve likely seen a parrotfish in its natural habitat. These fish inhabit tropical reefs and are some of the most common marine fish to come across on snorkeling and dive expeditions. Due to the activity and … Read more

red tail shark

Red Tail Shark (Epalzeorhynchos bicolor) Care Sheet

There are species upon species of colorful fish available in the aquarium trade, but nothing quite matches the unparalleled simplicity of the red tail shark. These striking black and red-tailed fish are a favorite for many, but unfortunately, little is actually known about the proper care they require to thrive in the aquarium; however, it … Read more

Ropefish

Ropefish (Erpetoichthys calabaricus) Care Sheet

Are you struggling to decide between getting a pet snake or a fish? Then you’ve come to the right place! The ropefish is the closest thing you can get to a pet aquatic snake! These nocturnal fish are a piece of history, with relatives dating back millions of years. They require a decent-sized tank due … Read more

Best Way To Care For A Telescope Goldfish

Best Way To Care For A Telescope Goldfish

If you enjoy the spectacular finnage and wide range of colors that are offered by fantail goldfish, you might want to consider adding a telescope goldfish to your collection. In this guide, we give you all the information you’ll need to successfully keep and breed these beautiful freshwater fish in a home aquarium setup. But … Read more

Blood Parrot Fish

Blood Parrot Fish Care Guide And Profile

If you love cichlids and you’re looking for another variety to add to your collection, you might want to consider the blood parrot fish. But are blood parrots aggressive? Can blood parrot fish live alone, or do they do best in a cichlid community tank? You’ve got all the questions, and we have all the … Read more

Vampire Crab

Vampire Crab Care Guide And Profile

If you don’t want to restrict your fishkeeping hobby to only fish, you might fancy taking on a few unusual invertebrates instead, maybe in a separate tank. When you mention invertebrates, most people assume you’re talking about shrimp. But in this guide, we introduce the vampire crab. These small, beautiful crustaceans are taking the hobby … Read more

Oranda

Oranda Goldfish Complete Care Guide

Did you have a pet goldfish when you were a kid? Many of us did, but that fish was likely nowhere near as exotic or downright weird-looking as the oranda fancy goldfish.  In this guide, we introduce you to the beautiful oranda and include top tips and advice on how to keep this peaceful fish happy and … Read more

Bichir Care Guide

Bichirs Care Guide: Popular Types And Their Behavior

If you’re looking to add a very unusual resident to your aquarium and you have a big setup, you might want to consider one of the species of Bichir that are available in the aquarium trade. Bichirs are sometimes referred to as “prehistoric” or “dinosaur” fish because of their weird, ancient look and bizarre behavior. … Read more

Ultimate Care Tips For Banana Eels

Ultimate Care Tips For Banana Eels

An eel might not be your first choice when it comes to choosing a new fish for your marine tank. However, if you are an experienced hobbyist, and you’re looking for something different, one of these unusual, eye-catching creatures might be worth considering if you can find one available to buy. In this comprehensive guide, … Read more

Ultimate Care Guide For Pinnatus Batfish

Ultimate Care Guide For Saltwater Creatures: Pinnatus Batfish

If you’re looking for a truly eyecatching specimen to add to your marine aquarium and you’re an experienced hobbyist, you might want to consider the Pinnatus batfish. In this article, we explain how you can keep one of these stunning, fascinating creatures in your home aquarium. So, if you’re up for a challenge, read on! … Read more

Texas Cichlid

Texas Cichlid: Care Guide For A Large Freshwater Species

If you have a large freshwater setup and you’re looking for an impressive specimen that’s sure to be a conversation starter, you might want to check out this guide to the Texas cichlid. These are big fish, and they can be aggressive, so we don’t recommend one of these big bruisers for inexperienced hobbyists who … Read more

Dragon Eel

Dragon Eel: Care Guide for Health, Tankmates, and More

If you have a very large marine aquarium and you’re looking to add a truly spectacular specimen to your collection, look no further than the Dragon Eel. Here’s a guide to keeping this menacing-looking creature in your home tank. If you dare! Enter the Dragon! The Dragon Eel is a species of Moray that belongs … Read more

Rosy Red Minnows: Care Sheet For The Variant Color Species

Rosy Red Minnows: Care Sheet For The Variant Color Species

Rosy red minnows are feeder fish. Feeder fish are primarily used as food for larger species, and they are bred specifically for that purpose. However, these pretty, active little fish can make a good addition to a tropical display tank too. In this article, we look beyond the minnows’ unfortunate fate as a fast-food item … Read more

Peacock Eel Care Guide

Peacock Eel (Macrognathus siamensis) Care Sheet

The peacock eel is a perfect mix between a bichir and a loach and can get along with most large tropical fish. They will need a soft substrate for burrowing and a decent-sized tank to allow them to fully grow to their potential length. However, they are not much harder to keep than most other … Read more