Freshwater Fish

Zebra danios (or zebrafish as they’re sometimes called) are a species of freshwater fish long beloved by aquarium hobbyists. This energetic and hardy fish is easy to keep and makes the perfect addition to any community tank. But what about their spawning habits? Do they breed easily? Well, the answer is… Zebra danios do breed […]

Zebra danios (also known as striped danios or zebrafish) are a type of freshwater fish and highly popular with aquarium hobbyists. A hardy, charismatic fish, this species is easy to care for and makes a great addition to any aquarium. But how many can you keep in a 10-gallon tank, for example? Zebra danios are

Crossbreeding refers to the ability for two different species of animal to mate and reproduce. When it comes to fish, you may be curious as to which types can hybridize successfully with each other. If you have a freshwater aquarium, you may be wondering if mollies and platies can crossbreed, for example? Well, the answer

The yoyo or Pakistani loach is a type of freshwater fish that originates in the slow-moving water basins of northern India. This unique looking (silver with dark markings) fish can reach lengths of up to 6 inches and likes to spend its day foraging along the substrate at the bottom of an aquarium. But what

Koi are highly popular in the aquarium hobbyist world. They’re a colorful type of ornamental carp fish that originated centuries ago in Japan. Now raised worldwide, many people are intrigued by this large, active freshwater fish. If you’re one of them, you may be curious as to how long it takes for Koi to grow

Koi are a type of ‘ornamental’ fish endemic to Central Asia, mainly China and Japan. A descendent of the carp species, koi have gained popularity worldwide and are often kept in large tanks or outdoor ponds in North America. If you have koi fish, you may have noticed their colorful scales starting to fall off

German blue rams are a species of freshwater fish that are found in river basins near Venezuela and Colombia in South America. They’re a type of dwarf cichlid fish and as such, aren’t the hardiest nor ideal for beginner aquarium hobbyists. Should you decide to purchase blue rams, you may be wondering if they need

Often referred to as the silver tipped shark, the Jordan’s catfish, or the west American cat shark, the Columbian shark is a type of brackish water fish that many aquarium hobbyists enjoy keeping. But what about their temperament? Are Columbian sharks aggressive? The answer is no, let me explain why… Regarding disposition, Columbian sharks are