The red empress cichlid (Petrochromis formula) was discovered in the southern end of Lake Tanganyika by German biologists during the first half of the 20th century. It was categorized as the Petrochromis formula in 1955, though other names are known to be used (see "Synonyms" section). The red empress cichlids are relatively unknown outside their […]

Celestial Pearl Danio can live up to 10 years or more if proper care is provided for them. They were first found in Asia and widely used in Asia countries as ornamental fish. Celestial Pearl Danio has a hard time surviving in captivity, so the supply of this rare species is very limited. They are […]

The assassin snail is a small, dark-colored snail that can be found in aquariums all over the world. This species of snail is known for its voracious appetite and its ability to consume other snails and fish. Assassin snails are scavengers by nature, and they will eat just about anything that they can fit into […]

Dwarf Pea Puffer is an excellent species for beginners. It can’t harm even the most fragile invertebrates in the aquarium. Dwarf Pea Puffer is a friendly fish that can be kept with larger or smaller fishes together with other pufferfishes. Dwarf Pea Puffer, also known as Pea Puffers, Blackspotted pufferfish, and Small spotted pufferfish. It […]

Rope fish, also known as Plectorhinchus chaetodonoides, is a line of colorful reef fish. The name comes from the yellow and black lines on its body. It belongs to the genus Plectorhinchus in the family Haemulidae under order Percoidei. Rope fish has a long body that is flat and shaped like a rope, hence the […]

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 Rummy Nose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus) gets its name from the red patch at the base of its caudal (tail) fin. Its wavy lateral line gives it an almost "scaly" appearance. The fish is silvery-golden overall, with two distinct black lines running horizontally across the body, one just behind the eye and another further back, […]

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. […]