Shrimp tanks are increasingly becoming popular among aquarium hobbyists these days. This follows the growing demand for freshwater shrimp in different parts of the world. With their small size, unique features, appealing personality, and active nature, shrimp have become one of the most preferred aquatic pets for smaller or nano…
The Auratus Cichlid (Melanochromis auratus) is a highly-aggressive cichlid that is also called the Malawi golden cichlid or the golden mbuna. The fish is well-known for its distinctive features. It is elongated with a narrow mouth, rounded snout, and continuous dorsal fins. Their teeth are closely spaced, making them look…
The silver arowana was first described in 1829 by the French zoologist Georges Cuvier. It is recognized among the few prehistoric bony-tongued fish that inhabit the fresh waters of the world. Silver arowanas are larger than all other arowana species, which means that you will need a large set up…
The lava snail (Faunus Ater), commonly called the black devil snail, is an interesting aquarium snail. It is not as popular in the aquarium trade as other snails, but it is incredibly easy to care for. This Asian snail species is a local delicacy in countries like the Philippines, where…
The black ghost knifefish is one of the most unique fish you can keep in your aquarium. Just as the name suggests, this fish is entirely black. Except for a white stripe running from its nose to the back and two white rings on the tail. Scientifically known as Apteronotus…
Bumblebee Cichlid (Pseudotropheus crabro / Maylandia crabro) is commonly referred to as Chameleon Cichlid or Hornet Cichlid. The fish is native to deep water caves found in Lake Malawi, Africa. It is also one of the fish species known as Mbuna. Scientifically, this fish was described as Pseudotropheus due to…
A plant bowl can be a lovely indoor garden, and you can use it to decorate any room in your home. Small containers are not ideal for fish, but you can keep snails and a few shrimp. A planted bowl does not need a filter or heater, and it is…
If you just set up an aquarium, water testing is a critical part of your fishkeeping routine. Chemicals such as nitrite and ammonia build up fast in an aquarium to pose a great danger to the health of your fish. Consequently, a test kit is a piece of important equipment…
One of the renowned members of the Cyprinidae family is the white cloud minnow. It is a relatively new freshwater species discovered in 1932. The white cloud minnow is somewhat small, with adult lengths of 1.5 inches. It is shaped like a dart with a slim, streamlined body and a…
The Celestial Pearl Danio is a gorgeous freshwater fish mainly found in vegetated ponds in Southeast Asia. This fish has rich coloration and striking marks that make it a great addition to your aquarium. The base coloration of the danios is deep blue, while their bodies have pearl-like spots to…
