Tropical Fish

choosing tropical fish for your aquarium

The Best Tropical Fish For Your Home Aquarium

Setting up an aquarium is a wonderful and exciting experience. There is a treasure trove of tropical fish to choose from for your home aquarium. The best fish for you will depend on your personal preferences, as well as the size and setup of your tank. Here are some of the most popular tropical fish. Neon Tetras Guppies and other Livebearers Bettas Discus Gouramis Angelfish GloFish Oscars Flowerhorn Rainbowfish Before we delve deeper into these popular choices, here is a look at how to go about finding which of these fish is best for your aquarium. How To Choose The

How Many Fish Can I Put in a Small Fish Tank?

Find out the answer to “How Many Fish Can I Put in a Small Fish Tank?” by considering tank size, fish types, maintenance requirements, and fish behavior. Get the best advice for your aquarium!

Caring for Goldfish in a Planted Aquarium

The aquarium hobby as we know it today wouldn’t exist had it not been for the Goldfish. It is one of the most popular and readily available pet fish. From personal experience, I know that it is a fish that is available even in some of the most remote parts of the world. While Goldfish are very popular, it’s a fish that is often pigeonholed into beginner fish or pond fish. While both represent the truth, it isn’t the complete truth. Goldfish are highly adaptable and can be compatible with many different types of aquariums, including planted tanks. You read

What are the different types of Betta Fish?

Betta Fish Types: Tail, Colors, & Pattern Variations

Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are a type of freshwater fish that are native to the rice paddies and flooded forests of Southeast Asia. They are known for their bright colors and long, flowing fins, which can be quite striking. Most of this doesn’t come naturally and is a result of decades of selective breeding that have resulted in some astounding varieties. The Most Popular Betta Fish Variations Bettas are generally classified based on colour, tail shape and patterns on the body. Here is a small taste of all the different varieties the Betta fish is available

Axolotl, The Ultimate Aquarium Pet: Tank Set Up, Diet & More

Few pets offer everything that the fascinating Axolotl does. It is adorable, has some amazing regenerative features, has a decently long lifespan, and is exclusive enough to make it a really cool pet for someone who wants something off the beaten path. Also known as a Mexican Salamander, Mexican walking fish, or a water dog, it is something that, when described, may seem like something out of someone’s imagination. Thankfully, it is very real and a treat to keep as a pet. It may be a bit more challenging than a lot of the other aquatic creatures that you could

10 of The Best Freshwater Sharks for Your Home Aquarium

Freshwater aquarium sharks are stunning tropical fish present in all aquarium stores around the world. Despite the name, they are not real sharks. They earned the nickname because they have characteristics resembling the marine predators we all know. Many aquarists buy these animals without knowing their needs and habits, resulting in some issues. They are temperamental fish with needs that not all aquarists can provide. Some types can be aggressive and easily overgrow a tank. Nevertheless, freshwater sharks can be a beautiful addition to your aquarium as long as you can provide the right environment for them. In this article,

The ultimate guide to guppies tropical fish

Guppies! The Ultimate Guide to Happy Guppy Pets

A few fish can be considered the cornerstone fishes of the aquarium hobby, and the guppy is one of them. Advances in transportation and packing have now given hobbyists from around the world access to some really exotic and fragile fish. However, this wasn’t always the case and during the early days of the hobby, transporting fish across large distances was near impossible. There were just a handful of fish such as the guppy, that could be shipped alive in those days. This ability would prove instrumental in the aquarium hobby going mainstream, which led to a massive spike in

Oscar Fish: A Comprehensive Guide

The Oscar Fish is a freshwater fish unlike any other. It has a dark side to it behaviourally but in the right setting, it makes for a great pet. It is intelligent, personable, has great looks, and has a long lifespan. It may not be the easiest freshwater fish to keep but it is definitely up there when it comes to the joy and company a pet can provide. Here is everything you need to know about this interesting fish. At a Glance Common Name Oscar fish, Velvet cichlid, Marble cichlid Scientific Name Astronotus ocellatus Size About 12 inches or

The Beginner Betta Fish Guide – Care, Tank Size & Setup & More

Betta fish, also known as Siamese fighting fish, are a type of freshwater fish. They are among the most popular pets because of their vibrant colors, graceful movements, easy availability, and relatively low maintenance.I owe a debt of gratitude to the Betta fish because it was one of the fish that introduced me to the fulfilling world of fishkeeping. I hope that this guide on how to properly care for it will help you avoid some of the mistakes I made and get straight to properly enjoying these amazing fish. At A Glance Common Name Betta, Siamese fighting fish, fighter

The Ultimate Guide to Discus Fish for Beginners

Discus fish are considered by many hobbyists to be the ultimate freshwater fish – the pinnacle of fishkeeping. Generally, these fish are not recommended for beginners, but with the right know-how and a very manageable amount of effort, even beginners can successfully keep these fish. Let’s find out exactly how. At a Glance Common Name Discus Fish Scientific Name Symphysodon Size 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) in diameter Lifespan 10 years Habitat / Native To Rio Negro, Solimões, and tributaries of the Madeira and Tapajós Diet Diet high in protein Tank Mates Tetras, Angelfish, Corydoras, Rasboras Color Red, green, blue, yellow,