A collection of tropical freshwater fish for home fish tanks, and caring and breeding guides.
Highlights 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: … Read more
Platy fish are a beautiful tropical fish which are colorful and easy-to-keep for beginners. Platies are very easy to care for but also very peaceful in community tanks and because of these qualities the Platy … Read more
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 freshwater fish, … Read more
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 … Read more
Highlights 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 (22-26°C) … Read more
Molly fish are very interesting and easy-to-keep fish for beginners. They are livebearers and give birth during their lifetime. The baby Mollies are very cute, making this species a favorite for beginners. Highlights Scientific name: Poecilia … Read more
Highlights Scientific name: Mikrogeophagus ramirezi Common names: German Blue Ram, Ram cichlid, Ramirezi Distribution: South America Family: Cichlidae Lifespan: 2-3 years Maximum length: 4 inches (10 cm) Tank level: middle Temperament: semi peaceful Tank size: At … Read more
Highlights Scientific Name:Puntius tetrazona Common Names: Tiger Barb, Sumatra Barb Family: Cyprinidae Origin: South Asia Temperament: semi-aggressive Tank level: middle Maximum length: 3 inches (7.6 cm) Lifespan: 6 years Minimum tank: 20 gallons Temperature: 68-77°F (20-25°C) … Read more
If this is the first time you own a fish, you will do well with the Zebra Danio. This fish is hardy enough and the requirements are not special. They are quite common and relatively … Read more
Highlights Scientific name: Paracheirodon innesi Common names: Neon Tetra, Neon Origin: South America Temperament: peaceful Maximum length: 1.2-1.6 inches (3-4 cm) Lifespan: 8 years Minimum tank: 10 gallons Tank level: mid to bottom dwelling Temperature: 68-77 … Read more
