With bright blue and yellow stripes over a white lower belly, the Clown Tang is a visually impressive species that can be the centerpiece of a tank. And it needs to be a big tank. Clown Tangs require lots of room because they swim and graze constantly. A difficult fish to care for, this species …
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Red Eye Tetra is an easy to care for species ideal for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. Silver bodied with a flash of red above the eye make this an eye-catching fish when kept in schools of 6 or more. In nature, this species can tolerate large fluctuations in water conditions making it a forgiving …
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Yellow Tangs (Zebrasoma Flavescens) remain one of the most popular choices for saltwater aquariums today. They are often chosen for their agreable temperament, and their striking coloration. The easiest way to identify the Yellow Tang is by its vibrant yellow coloration. Everything about this fish is yellow. The body, the fins, and even the eyes. …
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Platy Fish, also known as either “Xiphophorus maculatus” or “Xiphophorus variatus”, depending on the specific variation, can be a great addition to your aquarium. Originating from Central America and Mexico, these freshwater fish are a popular selection due to their variety of vibrant colors, their docile nature, and how easy they are to care for. …
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You’ve come to the right place if you’re a beginning aquarist looking for the perfect first addition to your tank. A Molly Fish is the ideal choice for aquarists of any skill level for many reasons. There are several types of Molly Fish, all of whom are freshwater fish, and they can be found in …
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The Peppermint Pleco is a smaller type of pleco, making them a good choice for smaller aquariums. Their dark to black bodies are covered in bright white spots, providing your tank a burst of color and texture. Native to the Xingu river in Brazil, this species is an omnivore, but mainly consumes algae. The best …
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Similar to most plecos, the Blue Phantom Pleco is an armored fish that belongs to both the catfish family and the pleco family. One of the main things that set the Blue Phantom Pleco apart from other pleco types is its unique blue coloring with white dots throughout its body. Originating in Venezuela, the Blue …
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The Blue Eyed Pleco is a rare and expensive type of pleco that can be an eye-catching addition to your aquarium. Native to the Magdalena Valley in Columbia, this species was once more common in aquariums. Political instability has made accessing this fish extremely difficult. Some can still be found and bought by hobbyists but …
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Dwarf Sagittaria, Sagittaria Subulata, is a hardy, easy-to-grow grasslike plant. It is one of the most popular aquarium flora and is great for beginners. It can also be called the awl-leaf arrowhead or narrow-leaved arrowhead. Dwarf Sagittaria is native to the Atlantic coast of the United States from Massachusetts to Florida. It is also native …
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Rosy Barbs (Pethia conchonius), are good fish for beginner aquarists. They are considered one of the hardiest small cyprinids available to purchase. They can live in several habitats. They will live in flowing hill streams or in calmer lakes, ponds, or swamps. Rosy Barbs are native to Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Wild populations are …
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