The White Cloud Mountain Minnow is a small fish known as Tanichthys Albonubes and White cloud Mountain Fish found in streams and ponds in Southeast Asia. This species is popular as a pet and is also used for research purposes. The White Cloud Mountain Minnow has a slender body typically about 1.5 inches (4 cm) […]

You'll need to understand that the common name for the fish, "Snowball Pleco," is a bit of a misnomer. The species name for the fish is Hypancistrus Inspector, and while they may get their common name from the fact that they can sometimes be found in snow-capped mountain streams, they are not limited to those […]

Common Plecos are one of the most popular types of Plecos in aquarium fishes. They are easy to care for and thrive in a wide range of water conditions. But what do you need to know before you add one of these fish to your aquarium? So we will look at what they are, their […]

Cardinal Tetra is a small, brightly-colored species of fish that are popular in the aquarium hobby. They are found in sluggish streams and rivers in the Amazon basin, where they live among submerged plants and debris. One thing that makes cardinal tetras so popular is that they are very different from most other fish. They […]

Iridescent Shark (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus) is a small shark from the family "Squalidae" or dogfish sharks. In New Zealand, they are found on the north and west coasts, but the species inhabits all around Australia and southern Japan, China, the Malay Peninsula, and the Indian Ocean. These sharks are not dangerous for humans because their mouth […]

Dwarf Gouramis are one of the most popular freshwater tropical fish in the aquarium trade. Dr. Herbert R. Axelrod first introduced them in 1968, and they were called Microctenopoma (Pansophos), Firefish Dwarf Gourami, Trichogaster lalius, and Macropodus opercularis. This species is also called Fire Gourami, Spotted Dwarf Gourami, and Banded Lined Gourami. It has a […]

The Bristlenose pleco is one of the most popular aquarium fish on the market today. It has a huge appetite for algae, which makes it an excellent tank mate for many people who are just getting into the hobby. The success of this fish in the home aquarium is not surprising given its natural history […]

The Firemouth Cichlid, scientifically known as Thorichthys meeki, is one of the most popular cichlids in pet stores. This fish has a large body, bold coloration, and an aggressive temperament. However, it's not only the Firemouth Cichlid's looks that have made it so popular. It is also easy to breed in home aquariums with proper […]

Betta fish is a type of Siamese fighting fish that can be found in Asia. It comes from warm and tropical areas and originally inhabits rice paddies and other vegetation-filled waters. They were bred for their aggressive tendencies, so they will fight with any other male Betta fishes you may have in the same tank. […]

African Cichlid (scientific name: Tilapia) is a freshwater fish that is native to Africa. They are popular aquarium fish and are available in many different colors, including blue, red, yellow, and white. The African cichlid is a freshwater fish that is native to Africa. They are popular aquarium fish and are often kept as pets. […]