The pufferfish is a species that you may come across in specialist fish stores. If you’re tempted to take one of these aquatic oddities home with you, you’ll need to know more about how to keep them in the aquarium. There are over 150 species of pufferfish altogether, all of which belong to the Tetraodontidae … Read more
The Australian Rainbowfish is a brilliantly colored, peaceful fish that makes an attractive, easy-to-keep addition to any community aquarium. In the wild, the fish have adapted to cope well with fluctuations in water temperature and pH, making them extremely versatile as a tank-kept fish and the ideal choice for a beginner hobbyist. In this guide, … Read more
Jungle Val is a freshwater aquatic plant that’s also known as tape grass, eelgrass, and water celery. The plant’s scientific name is Vallisneria Americana, and it belongs to the tape-grasses family of aquatic plants. The plant’s ability to survive in diverse environments and its hardy nature makes it a popular beginner plant for aquarium hobbyists. … Read more
The Opaline gourami is also known as the Marbled gourami and is a color variant of the Blue gourami or Three-spot gourami, and you may find these fish in your local fish store under these names. The scientific name of the Opaline gourami is, trichopodus trichopterus, formerly trichogaster trichopterus. The variable, attractive patterns of the … Read more
The Zebra Loach is an attractive, lively freshwater tropical fish that’s an excellent choice for a beginner hobbyist. These peaceful fish can live in smaller aquariums above 30 gallons, although they are intolerant of fluctuations in the tank water parameters. In this guide, we introduce the Zebra Loach and provide you with all the information … Read more
The Flying Fox fish is a popular, readily available fish that is often seen in freshwater, tropical aquariums. Often, these fish are introduced to eat algae, although they are omnivorous. But would these fish make a good addition to an existing community tank, and should you consider buying some? In this guide, we give you … Read more
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
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
If you’re looking for a peaceful algae-eater to add to your community tank, you might want to consider a plecostomus (pleco). There are many different pleco types, all of which belong to the Loricariidae family, and all with different coloration and personalities, but the Rubber Lipped pleco is a good one to start with. In … Read more
The Red Terror cichlid is a popular fish that’s the perfect choice for an experienced hobbyist who’s seeking a large, brightly colored addition to a spacious aquarium with other large fish of the same categories. In this guide, you can learn more about this remarkable fish, including how to care for and breed them before … Read more
If you’re a beginner to the reef aquarium hobby, Green Star polyps are a great starting point and can add color and movement to your setup. These corals attach to rocks and other hard surfaces, resembling a beautiful field of waving phosphorescent grass once the colony is established. In this guide, we give you all … Read 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
Endlers livebearers, scientific name Poecilia wingei is a brightly colored freshwater fish that is similar in looks to the common guppies that are readily available from fish stores and pet shops. These popular small fish add a glorious splash of color and activity to a freshwater community tank and are extremely easy to keep and … Read more
Betta fish, also known as Siamese Fighting fish, are popular with hobbyists for their beautiful finnage and dazzling colors. There are over 73 varieties of betta, including the King betta and Giant betta, which are often confused. In this article, we introduce you to these amazing swimming jewels and tell you how to give your … Read more
If you have a saltwater aquarium and you’re looking for a characterful and interesting little fish to add to your collection, the Diamond Goby could be just what you need. In our guide to the Diamond Goby, you’ll learn how to care for one of these cute fish, as well as how to breed them. … Read more
