Freshwater Fish

The blue crayfish (also referred to as the electric blue crayfish or the sapphire crayfish) is found primarily in the St. John’s River in Florida. In the wild, this species ranges in color from brown-tan to red-orange and blue but has been selectively bred to achieve a vibrant shade of cobalt blue for the aquarium […]

Frogs in an outdoor fishpond can be an annoyance. Not only do they create noise with their constant croaking, but they can also wreak havoc on plants and even feed upon the fish themselves – if they’re small enough to fit in their mouths, that is! So how do you get rid of frogs in

Cichlids are a type of tropical freshwater fish and a favorite among aquarium hobbyists. Found primarily in the lake waters of Africa, Asia, and South America, their bright coloring, unique behavior, and active nature make them a joy to observe in captivity. But what about their temperament? Are they aggressive in a community tank environment?

The Bala or tricolor shark is a type of minnow native to the Borneo rivers systems in southeast Asia. Overfishing and natural disasters (wildfires destroying flowing waters) have rendered this species endangered. Yet, despite their conservation status, bala sharks remain popular among hobbyists in the aquarium trade. If you’re interested in keeping bala sharks, you

Black ghost knife fish originate in the deep freshwater basins of the Amazon between Venezuela and Paraguay. All-black in color except for two white rings on its tail, this species is nocturnal and uses electrical receptors to detect prey in the water. If you’re thinking of keeping this fish, you may be wondering how to

Lemon tetras are a species of tropical fish found in the Amazon River near Brazil in South America. Peaceful, hardy, and active, lemon tetras make a colorful addition to any freshwater aquarium. If you’ve seen them at your local fish store and are thinking of introducing some to your community tank at home, you may

Plecostomus (or ‘plecos’ as they’re often called) are big, omnivorous fish and well-known in the aquarium hobbyist world. Found in the rivers of the Amazon jungle in South America, these scavengers like to eat algae, plants, and any dead fish they can find! They’ll often attach themselves to hard surfaces or other fish, especially in

Bichirs are such an interesting fish. Peculiar in appearance, these active yet slow-moving creatures look like swimming dinosaurs with their long, scaly bodies, serrated dorsal fins, and large pectoral fins. If you have bichirs in your aquarium and they don’t seem to be eating, you may be wondering why? Well, the answer is… Stress or