When you visit your local fish store, one species you’ll likely see is the platy. Platies are a common and popular choice for fish keepers. What you may not know is there are many different types of platy fish. Knowing the different variations beforehand will help you select the best one for your tank when […]

German blue rams are a type of freshwater cichlid fish. Originating in the slow-moving waters of the Orinoco River in South America, these fish are vibrantly colored and a joy to observe in captivity. If you have German blue rams and are thinking of breeding them, you may be wondering how to go about it?

Bettas are a very popular fish in the aquarist world. If you have an aquarium with bettas or are thinking of adding bettas to your community tank, you may be wondering which fish make the best tankmates for this aggressive and territorial species? Bottom feeders like plecos, loaches, and catfish, crustaceans like shrimps and snails,

Arowanas are a type of freshwater fish with an elongated body and bony tongue. Typically referred to as ‘monster fish,’ this species can grow to a whopping 4 feet in length and has a very large body with a huge mouth. They’re massive by aquarium fish standards and require the care of an experienced aquarist.

Oscars (also known as marble cichlids, velvet cichlids, or tiger cichlids) are a large species of tropical freshwater fish that require specific aquatic conditions not only to survive, but to thrive in captivity. As an aquarist, you may be wondering how to setup an Oscar tank that best mimics their natural habitat? Oscar fish need

Oscar fish are quite popular in the aquarist trade. As a type of South American cichlid, this large freshwater fish is highly intelligent by aquarium fish standards. But the question remains, just how smart are they – can they be trained to recognize their owners and do tricks like other pets? Oscars are one of