The Roseline Shark (Sahyadria denisonii) is an active freshwater fish that inhabits rivers of the Western Ghats in India. In the aquarium hobby, Roseline Sharks are also known as Denison Barb, Miss Kerala, and Red Line Torpedo Barb. In their native habitat in the Western Ghats, winds from the Arabian Sea accumulate and create immense …
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The Silvertip Tetra (Hasemania Nana) is a small fish that originates from South America. They are named after their unique fins that have silver coloration at the tip. They are also known as the Copper Tetras in the aquarium hobby. Through their yellow bodies, a black stripe extends from their belly to the end of …
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Nerite Snails (Neritina natalensis) are herbivorous snails that are capable of living in freshwater and saltwater. Nerite Snails are also known as Zebra Nerite Snail, Tiger Nerite Snail, Spotted Nerite Snail, among many other names. The black and gold stripe patterns on their shell makes them very stunning. However, there are many types of Nerite …
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Scarlet Badis (Dario dario) is a small freshwater fish that are native to India. More specifically, they are found in the Brahmaputra River in India.
These are very small fish that will thrive in small environments. The males will reach 0.8 inches in size. The females are even smaller, reaching only 0.5 inches in size. Since they can be kept in a tank as small as 10 gallons, they are considered nano fish.
The Opaline Gourami (Trichopodus trichopterus) is a freshwater fish that is also known as Three Spot Gourami and Marbled Gourami. Opaline Gourami can be found in Southeastern Asia in countries such as China, Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, India, and the Philippines. Within these regions, the Opaline Gourami inhabits wetland areas such as swamps, canals, slow-flowing streams, and standing water. This fish is unique because they possess a labyrinth organ. This means that the Opaline Gourami is can breathe from their mouth and take in air from the surface of the water as needed.
Kuhli Loach (Pangio kuhlii) is an eel-like freshwater fish that originate from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. They were classified in Indonesia in 1846. They have a long body, but they are not actually eels. It is believed that they were originally considered a food source in Southeast Asia. In the wild, they inhabit freshwater bodies such as rivers, lakes, and streams. Today, due to their unique appearance, they have become a very popular aquarium fish.
Livingstoni Cichlids (Nimbochromis livingstonii) are beautiful freshwater fish that originate in the alkaline lakes of Mozambique, Africa. They have a flat shape, large mouth, and a color changing body. The color changes based on their environment. These fish are quite social with their owners as well, and they will actively swim along the glass as if they are asking to be food. Their unique appearance and personality captivates many fishkeepers. They have a lifespan of almost 10 years.
Bumblebee Catfish (Microglanis iheringi) is a freshwater fish species that are native to the waters of South America, specifically Columbia and Venezuela. They get their name from their yellow and black stripes, similar to that of a bumblebee.
Their hardy nature makes them easy to care for, along with their exciting colors and small size, which have made them a popular choice in the aquarium hobby. Unlike other species of catfish, such as redtail catfish, bumblebee catfish don’t grow nearly as large, usually maxing out at only 3 inches. They are nocturnal, meaning you may not see them very often during the day.
Marble Goby (Oxyeleotris Marmoratus) are docile, hardy, and easy to feed. They have an average lifespan of 5-8 years, and they grow very slowly. However, they grow quite large, with an average size of 12 inches (30 cm). There are reports of these fish growing up to 26 inches (65cm). In fact, they are considered to be one of the largest goby species in the world. Needless to say, a full-grown specimen would require a very large tank.
Coral Banded Shrimp (Steponus hispidus) is saltwater invertebrate that are native to the Red Sea, Western Atlantic Ocean, and the Indo-Pacific region. While they look like shrimps, they are actually decapod crustaceans. They live in rocky or coralline areas in shallow pools or deep crevices down to almost 100 feet. They live agoraphobic lives, as they are thought to live and stay in areas less than ten square feet. Males tend to exhibit territorial behavior within this area.
