Monte Carlo plants (Monstera deliciosa) are evergreen climbers native to Central and South American tropical forests. The plant gets its name from the large, fleshy, dark green leaves arranged in a spiral pattern along the stem. The leaves have deep lobes covered in small white spots that give them a distinctive and attractive appearance. Monte […]

The Fire Eel may be the perfect species if you are looking for a large and dramatic freshwater fish. These striking eels can grow over three feet long, and their vibrant red and orange coloration is truly eye-catching.  The Fire Eel is not a true eel but a member of the family Mastacembelidae, which contains […]

The Black Phantom Tetra is a unique fish in that it has evolved not to be able to make its food. It gets its energy from eating other organisms and absorbing their energy for itself. The most interesting thing about the Black Phantom is how small they are, yet they manage to eat things much […]

The GloFish Betta is a beautiful and popular fish native to Southeast Asia. They are known for their vibrant colors and patterns, which make them a popular choice for aquariums and fish tanks.  This fish has been genetically modified to 'glow,' so they are often called genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Currently, three primary colors of […]

Panda Cory is great freshwater fish for both beginner and experienced aquarium hobbyists. They are peaceful, easy to care for, and a great addition to any community tank. Panda Corydoras, or Cories for short, is an armored catfish from South America. They get their name from their unique black and white coloration, which resembles that […]

The Samurai Gourami is a shy but beautiful freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia. This fish is also called the Vaillant's chocolate gourami, the three spot gourami, or simply the gourami. It is a member of the Osphronemidae family, which includes over 133 different species of gouramis. Samurai Gouramis are one of the larger species […]

The Yellow Lab Cichlid is a freshwater fish that is native to the lakes of East Africa. It is a popular aquarium fish known for its vibrant yellow coloration. It is a relatively peaceful fish but can be aggressive toward other fish if it feels threatened. They prefer to live in warm, well-oxygenated water. It […]

The Candy Cane Tetra is a freshwater fish part of the Characidae family. This tropical fish hails from South America and can be found in the Amazon Basin in Peru, Brazil, and Colombia. The Candy Cane Tetra gets its name from its colorful body, which features stripes reminiscent of a candy cane. The Candy Cane […]

Eastern Box Turtle is a terrestrial Turtle native to the United States. They get their name from their ability to box themselves in tightly with their hinged shell. The Eastern Box Turtle is the most common variety of Box Turtle and is often kept as a pet. They are known for their beautiful box-like patterns […]

Red Claw Crabs are a species of tropical freshwater crab native to Southeast Asia. They are also known as Thai Devil Crabs, Malaysian Crab-eating Frogs, and Vietnamese River Crabs. The Red Claw Crab is one of the giant freshwater crabs in the world. They are popular aquarium pets due to their bright red coloration and […]