We have all been there in the local fish store, mesmerized by the beautiful fishes on the other side of the glass. We ask the store assistant basic questions about the fish, and before we know it, we walk out with our new purchase. Creating a fish stocking plan and researching every kind of fish…
Bentosi Tetra is very easy to confuse with the Red Phantom Tetra and the Serpi Tetra, as well as the plethora of other red-colored members of the hypersonic family and genus. Also known as the Ornate Tetra or the rather sounding tipped Tetra, both genders grow to around 1.5 to 2 inches in length and…
So you want to start your fish-keeping adventure but have no idea what fish to choose. Well, it is quite difficult to select a fish without considering factors such as your time management, allocated budget, tank size, fish’s diet, and even temperament. That’s why we are going to discuss the 12 most accessible fish to…
The Guineafowl puffer fish is an excellent predator to add to your fish only with a live rock tank. With its dark body and white spots all over it, it looks like you are looking straight into the starry sky. Price: The price for Guineafowl typically hovers around $400. Sometimes, you’ll be charged even more…
Are you ready to keep a saltwater tank? Let’s get the answers: First, it’s true that saltwater tanks are more work. But not like you think. It’s true that it’s more expensive, but only upfront, not so much in the long term. And it’s true that you’ll have a lot to learn but don’t we…
Have you ever gone to check on your tank, and one or more of your fish have either mysteriously disappeared or passed on? Every single time you go in there, something is not right with the tank, and you keep having fish pass away. By the end of this article, you’ll know all the reasons…
If you are looking for a Tang fish with a round body that gets huge, then this Doctorfish Tang is a great choice. The Sergent fishes, known for their sharp scale-like spines on either side of the tail, will be a very active choice for a more extensive reef or a fish-only tank. Prices: If…
From the easy peasy to care for to the top covering ability of the red root floater, these are not just your typical aquarium plants. These are the attention grabbers of the aquascaping world with their dramatic rosy foliage; these are the top ten red aquarium plants you can buy: Ludwigia Natans ‘Super Red’ This…
In this article, we are talking about the golden trevally pilotfish, also known as the golden jacks. These fish can live to be an outstanding 20 years old and a whopping 4 feet long by adulthood. These fishes are very popular choices in fish stores as juveniles because they have outstanding colors. They are going…
In this article, we learn about the Razorfish, also known as the Striped Shrimpfish. It is a unique fish because of how it swims, eats, and looks in the tank. This fish is a distant relative of seahorses and pipefish. The body of a Razorfish is encased in transparent bony plates that protect it from…