The guppy is just about the most popular tropical aquarium fish kept by hobbyists. As a result of selective breeding over many years, the once dull-colored guppy is now one of the most brilliantly colored and sought-after fish you can find in your local fish store. Guppies are generally hardy and resilient to a wide … Read more
If you have a freshwater aquarium and you’re experienced in keeping the conditions in your tank perfect and well-maintained, you might fancy taking on one or more Farlowella. These weird-looking, twig-like fish certainly have a very unusual appearance, and they certainly make a good conversation starter in any home tank! So, if you’re up for … Read more
Betta fish come in many color morphs and forms, making them an extremely popular choice of aquarium fish with hobbyists worldwide. In this guide, we take a detailed look at the beautiful mustard gas betta, including how to care for the fish and where you can buy them. What is a mustard gas betta? The … Read more
If you want an unusual, beautiful freshwater fish to add to your collection, you might want to consider the albino rainbow shark (Epalzeorhynchos frenatum). In this care guide, we tell you everything that you need to know about this perennial aquarium favorite. What’s in a name? The rainbow shark is known by many names, including: … Read more
The rainbow shark’s appearance is far from the colorful array that you might expect from its name, but these fish make a fascinating addition to the freshwater aquarium nevertheless. This species is commonly confused with other similar-looking fish but is easily identified if you know what to look for! Otherwise, a single rainbow shark can … Read more
The blue cichlid, also commonly known as the electric blue cichlid, can be easily mixed up with other cichlids from the same genus. However, this fish is an African cichlid all of its own and has some slight differences from the other similar fish found in Lake Malawi. Luckily, the care requirements don’t differ too … Read more
The gourami has long been a favorite fish for the home aquarium for many reasons. There are lots of different gourami varieties to choose from, they’re easy to care for, don’t get too big (depending on the species), and make excellent community fishes. What’s not to like? In this detailed guide, we check out 13 … Read more
Green spot algae (GSA) is a relatively lesser-known type of aquarium algae that most freshwater systems experience sometime throughout their lives. This algae is pretty easy to identify and treat, though involves less manual removal than other algae you might be more familiar with. Instead, the chemistry of the tank needs to be understood and … Read more
Possibly one of the coolest freshwater fish to have in your aquarium, the silver arowana is a staple fish for large tank systems. These monster fish can easily surpass 3 feet (92 cm) in length, live up to 20 years, and have a giant mouth that can easily suck in smaller fish and invertebrates. Though … Read more
If you notice fluffy, white patches appearing on one or more of your fish, you might at first assume that some kind of fungus causes the problem. However, that’s not necessarily the case. Your fish could be suffering from a condition called Columnaris. So, what is Columnaris? What causes the disease, and will your fish … Read more
As aquarium specialists, we know how concerning it can be to see any kind of algae bloom in your aquarium. Brown algae may look particularly unsightly, but thankfully, it’s one of the easier types of algae to control. A well-cycled tank, good aquarium maintenance, and clean water are your best friends when it comes to … Read more
Unfortunately, algae in your aquarium is an occupational hazard for everyone in the hobby. In fact, algae aren’t completely bad for your tank. These organisms convert waste products into oxygen through the process of photosynthesis, helping to keep your water clean. However, algae are a nuisance, covering your decorations, suffocating living plants, and obscuring the … Read more
A 75-gallon aquarium is one of the larger home tanks that you can choose, and a setup of that size gives you a lot of choices when it comes to selecting what fish species to keep. Larger tanks mean that you can choose to house bigger, show specimens in a species-specific aquarium, or you might … Read more
Algae is nearly inevitable. Every tank, at one point or another, has experienced algae. While there are other ways to solve algae problems, like more regular tank maintenance, changing source water, and increasing water flow, sometimes these methods don’t work and a more effective cleanup crew is needed. Before adding to your livestock, always make … Read more
If you’re looking for something quirky and a little bit different to add to your freshwater tropical fish tank, you might want to consider sucker fish. Read this guide to learn about the different kinds of beautiful sucker fish available in the hobby and how to care for this fascinating species! Sucker Fish – At … Read more
