Bala shark (Balantiocheilus melanopterus) is a freshwater species that belongs to the family Cyprinidae under the order of Cypriniformes. It was first discovered in 1930 at a small tributary of Sungai Bala, Pahang . The name "Balantiocheilos" is derived from the Greek language, with "balances" meaning 'a saw' and "cheilosis" referring to lips. Bala Shark […]

Convict Cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata) is a small cichlid that is widely available in pet stores. It is an ideal fish for the freshwater aquarium because it has attractive colors, peaceful nature, and is easy to care for. Convict Cichlids are also called 'Convict Fish' or 'Zebra Cichlid.' They live in the freshwaters of Mexico and […]

The Red Phantom Tetra has a large eye and an unmistakable coloration. It is not known to be a very common fish in the hobby. Hence, it can command a price slightly above other tetras. The Rummy Nose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus) gets its name from the red patch at the base of its caudal (tail) […]

The Amazon Sword Plant Care is an excellent choice for aquariums, especially larger ones. It has wide leaves that can grow to be 12 inches in length and is very easy to care for. The Amazon sword plant (Echinodorus bleheri) is a relatively new aquarium plant that's becoming more popular because of its ease of […]

Water sprite is a beautiful flowering aquatic plant that adds elegance to any aquarium, but it can be difficult for beginners to keep. When water sprite plants are growing well, they look fantastic and also help oxygenate the tank. The following guide will help you with all aspects of keeping this plant in your aquarium. […]

Welcome to the wonderful world of bladder snails! They make a wonderful addition to any invertebrate tank and are generally very low maintenance, as they eat mostly detritus. However, it is important to know their survival needs. To keep your bladder snail healthy and happy, you must first learn about its habitat, diet, and water requirements. […]

The Swordtail Fish is a popular freshwater aquarium fish known for its long, colorful tail. There are many different species of Swordtail Fish, and they come in various colors and sizes. In this article, we will look at Swordtail Fish and provide some tips on caring for them. Swordtail Fish Species Summary Scientific Name: Xiphophorus […]

The Sterbai Cory (Corydoras Sterbai) is a small, peaceful fish that is popular in the aquarium hobby. This article contains everything you need to know about keeping Sterbai Cory's in your tank, from selecting the right tankmates to feeding and caring for them. You'll learn what tank size to use, what pH level you should […]

Pregnant guppy fish is a common phrase that can be heard in many middle-school science classes, especially during the female's pregnancy. Guppies are usually not identified as pregnant until they give birth because there are no noticeable signs of their pregnancy. In this article, we will talk about what happens to a guppy when pregnancy […]

The Ruby Tetra, scientifically known as Axelrodia riesei,  is a colorful freshwater fish inhabiting the streams of the Amazon basin. It is often kept in aquariums because of its beautiful colors and peaceful nature. This article includes various aspects related to the "Tetra" part of its name. Tetra is a class of fish called Characins, which […]