The mesmerizing feeling of warm sun rays leaning down into tropical waters, and breaking back through the water’s vivid facade as it rebounds off the glistening scales of a rare fish provides an experience that stays in one’s memory for a lifetime. 1. Mandarin Fish Not to be confused with Mandarin Fish (Chinese Perch).… Read More »Top Ten Most Beautiful and Colorful Fish
Active and hardy shoaling fish barbs make a great addition to any aquarium with suitably sized inhabitants, and they’re an excellent choice for beginners. Though they prefer slightly acidic water they are capable of adapting to a variety of conditions and are easy to feed and… Read More »Barb Information: Types and Breeding
Exotically colored and known for their toughness damsel fish are a popular aquarium choice. However, their natural aggressiveness and need for space can make them difficult to keep successfully. One of the reasons why Damsel Fish are popular in reef aquariums is that their grazing habits keep coral free of algae without… Read More »Damsel Fish Information: Care, Tankmates, Types and Breeding
One of the most splendid of all tropical aquarium inhabitants is the Angelfish. This is a popular opinion when people first consider keeping tropical fish. Though they can be fragile when small they grow up to be relatively hardy fish and, with proper care, should thrive in… Read More »Angelfish Information: Care, Tankmates, Feeding and Breeding
A relative of the piranha the dramatic looking Tiger Fish, with its long, sharply pointed teeth, is an appealing option for those who want to do something exciting with their aquariums. Tiger Fish Care and Tankmates These fish need a lot of space and can be expensive to look after, so… Read More »Tiger Fish Information: Care, Types and Breeding
Although many believe that Bettas can only be housed by themselves because they’ll “kill” anything alive in the tank, Bettas CAN be housed with other fish/invertebrates. In fact, there are quite a few species that can successfully coexist with a Betta. The general rule is… Read More »Tank Mates For Your Betta
I would like to clarify the myth that Garra Rufa (Doctor Fish) are hard to take care of. First of all, this is not true. Most spas have employees that sometimes do not know anything about fish care. However, they are given short seminars and they are… Read More »Breeding and Care, Maintenance of Garra Rufa, Doctor Fish
Posted in: diet, killifish breeding, killifish information, killifish types, species Brilliantly colored and highly active, Killifish are an enduringly popular choice for the tropical aquarium. They’re highly adaptable and comparatively hardy, with varieties suitable to almost every kind of tank set-up. Happy in large shoals but mostly too small to need a… Read More »Killifish Information: Care, Diet and Breeding
Posted in breeding fish, fry, information guppy, livebearers, mollies, swordtail, types history Among the hardiest and most versatile of tropical fish, livebearers are a popular choice for first time aquarists. Mostly peaceful and sociable, they fit in well in community tanks. They’re always active and will provide you… Read More »Livebearers Types and Information
If you’d like to do something a little different with your aquarium there are few fish more exotic than Arowanas. Also known as Dragonfish and Bony Tongues, they have traditionally been associated with dragons and thought to bring good luck and wealth. Considering their striking appearance, with elegantly delineated scales… Read More »Arowana Information: Types, Feeding and Care