Cautions Gobies are considered jumpers make sure your aquarium has a tight-fitting canopy or screen cover to prevent the Gobie from jumping out of your aquarium. Gobies have been known to jump through the smallest of holes in a canopy.
General information The Yellow Longnose Butterflyfish, also known as the Yellow Longnose Coral Fish, is a popular and relatively hardy species in the aquarium trade. It has a bright yellow body with a long, pointed snout and black markings around the eyes. The species can grow up to 7 inches (18 cm) in length, and…
General information Tetras have a small rounded fin between the dorsal fin and the tail fin and many bones connecting the inner ear to the swim bladder providing an excellent hearing to these fish. Electric Green Glofish Tetras are genetically modified to be fluorescent green. These fish are usually 2.4 inches. To keep these fish…
General information The name “Fighting Fish” is due to the fact that males will often fight each other to death, as a matter of fact, in some Asian countries this species has been bred just for fighting purposes. During their fights they exhibit interesting behaviors, when one goes to the surface for air, its rival…
General information The Humu Picasso Triggerfish has a wacky, painted appearance. It has a tan body with gradient dark bands, and vibrant blue and black stripes on the top of the head, with a yellow stripe from cheek to cheek and deeply set-back eyes. A large aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good habitat….
General information The Blue Throat Triggerfish is grayish-brown, covered with light-blue spots. The fins are edged in yellow. The male of the species has a darker blue area on the cheeks, hence the name Bluechin or Blue Throat. A large aquarium with rocks and caves provides a good environment. The Blue Throat will rearrange the…
General information The Clown Triggerfish has a dramatic coloration, making this species a most sought after addition to the home aquarium. The Clown Triggerfish is found along the inner and outer portions of a reef in the wild, wherever shellfish and other invertebrates are found. Among the most colorful, the Clown Triggerfish is also one…
General information The head and body of the Mandarin have a mazelike combination of blue, orange, and green. Males may be distinguished from females by their more elongated first dorsal spine. It is extremely popular with aquarists because of its unusual beauty. It should be kept in an aquarium with live rock, live sand, and…
General information The Shark Egg is hardy. Due to its availability, and combined with the relatively low cost, shark eggs are commonly found at local fish stores. Hatching time for shark eggs is anywhere from 1 to 6 weeks depending on the stage of development and the environmental conditions in the aquarium.