Tetras are popular aquarium fish of the characidae family. They are mostly quite small, peaceful and colorful. Many types of Tetras can do well in a 20 gallon fish tank although bigger tanks are better […]
Pet freshwater aquarium sharks aren’t the nasty ones that we all picture chomping off limbs at the beach. They are unbelievably cool when kept in freshwater aquariums. Following are five freshwater sharks you can keep in […]
Although there are many ways to establish the nitrogen cycle in an aquarium, most hobbyists choose to use so-called “starter fish” for the purpose. Perhaps this is because this method allows the new aquarist to […]
Oscar fish are big, beautiful, and intelligent. Oscar fish are considered to be some of the most intelligent fish available in the hobby. But their intelligence poses as many challenges as it does benefits, and […]
Species name: Colisa lalia Common names: Dwarf Gourami Family: Osphronemidae (Gourami) Distribution: South Asia Lifespan: 2-3 years Common size: 2-2.4 inches (5-6 cm) Minimum tank: 10 gallons Temperature range: 73-82°F (23-28°C) pH Range: 6-8 Hardness: […]
Scientific name: Poecilia reticulata Common names: Guppy, millions fish Maximum size: 2.5″ (6cm) Temperament: peaceful Lifespan: typically around 2 years. Minimum tank: 10 gallons Caring hardiness: one of easiest fish to care for Temperature range: […]
Scientific name: Xiphophorus spp. Family: Poeciliidae Common name: Platy fish, moonfish Max length: 2.4 inches (6 cm) Activity: all level of the aquarium Care level: very easy Lifespan: 3-5 years Diet: omnivore Tank size: 10 […]
A 10 gallon fish tank is commonly chosen by those who are just beginning to sail across the vast ocean of fish keeping. Although this small sized tank is not large to keep many types of […]
There are many types of fish that can live healthily in a 20 gallon fish tank. In this article, I will provide you some of the best freshwater fish as well as stocking ideas for a […]
Scientific name: Corydoras spp. Common names: Corydoras, Cory Catfish Family: Callichthyidae Temperament: peaceful Common size: 1.2-1.6 inches (3-4cm), depend on the species Lifespan: 5 years Minimum tank: 10 gallons for 5-7 specimens Optimal temperature: 70-80°F […]