Why can’t Freshwater Fish live in salt water?

This is a very common question Why can’t freshwater fish live in salt water? In this article, I’d like to share a question that you might question yourself. Can saltwater fish adapt in freshwater and vice versa.? Generally, the answer to this question is YES and NO. Fish are osmoregulators, meaning that their cells contain … Read more

Mystery snail: care, lifespan, breeding and tank mates- 2020

Mystery snail is the most popular freshwater tank additions. These slow-moving, peaceful herbivores will allow you to sit back while doing some of the cleanings for you.  Most people will buy snails to clean the glass and algae rocks, like Nerite Snails. These Gastropods will benefit any community tank, no matter what level of experience … Read more

Electric Blue Acara: care, size and tank mates- 2020

Electric blue acaras

The Electric Blue Acara may look like it has escaped from a fairytale book cover, but we can assure you that it’s one hundred percent real. Though it comes from one of the most aggressive fish families out there, it is actually quite peaceful and can be kept with many other species successfully.  The Acara does … Read more

Honey gourami: complete care, size and tank mates- 2020

Honey gourami appearance

The Honey Gourami is a freshwater fish found in northern India and Bangladesh, and in Nepal sometimes. This honey gourami is an ideal for first-time inexperienced fish keepers.  Also known as the Sunset Honey Gourami, the Red Honey Gourami, The Red Flame Gourami, and any of the above combinations. Hold on reading to learn everything you need … Read more

Royal gramma: care, price, tank mates and size- 2020

Royal gramma fish appearance in aquarium

The royal gramma (Gramma Loreto), also known as the fairy basslet, is a fish species in the Grammatidae family that is native to tropical western Atlantic Ocean reef environments. They are found in the aquarium, too. The Royal Gramma fish is a small, vibrantly colored fish from the Caribbean, also known as a Fairy Basslet … Read more

Tiger shovelnose catfish: care, feeding and tank mates

Pseudoplatystoma_tigrinum appearance

The tiger shovelnose catfish is a very interesting freshwater fish that has been capturing aquarist attention for many years. In fact, their unique look has made them one of our favorite large fish you can keep!  But, if you want one of your own, there are some things you need to know:  Because of their … Read more

Bumblebee goby: Size, lifespan, care and tank mates- 2020

Bumblebee goby appearance in aquarium

Bumblebee goby is one of our favorite fishes. These interesting and adorable little critters steal the show in almost every aquarium, and we’ve heard from countless owners who can’t stop talking about them.  But there are some aspects of bumblebee goby care that you’ll need to be comfortable with if you’re planning on getting one … Read more

Peacock cichlid: care, tank, size and types- 2020

Red peacock cichlid

Peacock cichlid are amongst the world’s most colorful fish. They are native to Lake Malawi, and are among the Cichlids’ most friendly and peaceful members.  In our full guide to Peacock Cichlids, we will discuss all you need to know, including known varieties, how to care for them, ideal tank mates. Peacock cichlid is one … Read more

Apistogramma fish: Complete Guide- 2020

Apistogramma agassizii in aquarium

Apistogramma aka Dwarf Cichlids are amongst the most recommended freshwater species.  They ‘re not just stunning to look at, but they’re also a little different from your normal cichlid. They really break the mold from their size up to their temperament!  But not many people have an accurate understanding of what those fish need if … Read more

Silver dollar fish: Complete care, Lifespan and breeding- 2020

silver dollar fish appearance

Silver dollar fish is a common name given to a number of fish species that are closely related to piranha and pacu, mostly in the genus Metynnis, tropical fish belonging to the family Characidae. If you’re a fish keeper with some experience and you’re looking to expand your collection of fish, Silver Dollar Fish could … Read more