Anubias are root feeders and should be planted in the bottom of the tank within a substrate like gravel. They are native to rivers, streams, and marshes of Central and Western Africa. Anubias Nanais one species of Anubias that does well in low light conditions. They are very hardy and can...
It is easy to see why it is one of the most popular freshwater tropical fish. With their iridescent blue bodies and bright red tails, Paracheirodon innesi creates an exciting splash of color in any aquarium, especially when kept in schools of six or more. Native to the clear water ...
A preliminary assessment of the role of aquarium plant trade in the spread of non-native aquatic plants in South Africa: A DNA barcoding approachThe African Centre for DNA Barcoding (ACDB) was established in 2005 as part of a global initiative to accurately and rapidly survey biodiversity using...
The Lionhead Cichlid, which is native to Africa, was so named because of the large hump on the forehead of the male species. These fish can grow to a size of four to five inches, require a minimum tank size of 30 gallons and thrive in moderate temperatures. They have an average lifes...
• Visit ourPatreon pageto learn about theexclusive benefitsour Patrons receive! Species Information Acei Cichlid native habitat, distribution, behavior & aquarium compatibility. Pseudotropheus Acei are typically found on the Northwestern areas of Lake Malawi in Zambia, Africa. Their bright blue and ye...
These are shrimps that are native to Taiwan. These arebeginner-friendlylike most other shrimps as they are pretty straightforward and do not require any special attention. Thesecherry shrimpsgrow to be around 1.5 inches, so they are pretty big and have around one to two years. The cherry shri...
Filter is to be of the under-gravel kind and has a control that may be adjusted. Use Heater to maintain the water at 76 degrees Fahrenheit. To prevent cutting the betta’s fins, real or silk plants are ideal. Rocks: As long as the lava rocks are not sharp, they function nicely. The...
Anubias plants are a genus of aquatic and semi-aquatic flowering plants native to the rivers and streams of Western Africa. They belong to the family Araceae and are celebrated for their hardiness, striking beauty, and adaptability. Found in shady, slow-moving waters, these plants thrive along ...
Also known as Otocinclus catfish or simply Oto Cat is a small South American fish native to Brazil where it can be found in heavily vegetated streams and rivers. Otocinclus catfish is the best algae eater, and this is probably one of the reasons why it became so popular over the years....
Several cooter turtle species are native to North America, although the river cooter is one of the most popular pet species in the hobby. These large turtles can reach 16 inches and over ten pounds, so they need a big habitat and great filtration to keep their water clean. This aquatic sp...