Killifish, rasboras, corydoras – the usual suspects that won’t hunt your shrimp. But even among these, some individuals are jerks. I cover species profiles, compatibility charts, and what to do when a “peaceful” fish turns predator.
Chinese butterfly hillstream loach or Beaufortia kweichowensis / Beaufortia Leveretti is a great intermediate fish for freshwater aquariums. This fish thrives in the aquarium as a peaceful bottom dweller. It is quite active and social with members of its own species. The main difficulty with
Flamboyant, elegant, and fascinating; these words can be attributed to the highly unique and peaceful catfish species— the Royal Farlowella (Sturisoma panamense), otherwise known as Royal Whiptail Catfish or Royal Whiptail Farlowella. This fish is quite common in the hobby, and it is prized for
Borneo sucker is a small fascinating freshwater fish that has become quite popular in the fishkeeping hobby. The fish is known for its longevity, beautiful coloration, amazing patterns and markings, and unique shape. Borneo suckers are bottom dwellers and they enjoy cool, oxygen-rich, swift waters
Endler’s livebearers (Poecilia wingei) are tiny, colorful freshwater fish from Venezuela. They look like guppies but are a separate species. Males are smaller, more intensely colored, and much hardier than fancy guppies. They’re also less inbred — pure Endlers are tough, breed easily, and fit
Most people buy Albino Bristlenose Plecos expecting a 3-inch (7 cm) fish. They’re half right. Average adult size is 3–4 inches (7–10 cm), but males can hit 5 inches (12 cm). They are 100% plant-safe. Give them a 20-gallon tank, real driftwood, and sinking wafers,
Chinese Algae Eater (Gyrinocheilus aymonieri) is a renowned freshwater fish in the fishkeeping hobby. They are loved by most aquarists because of their effective role in cleaning up the tank and keeping it algae-free. Although this is a job they do best at a juvenile
The Panda Garra, also known as Garra Flavatra, are so cute and adorable that they can definitely take over the top of anyone to get the fish list. They are very active, playful, inquisitive, and peaceful fish. So, if you are looking for fish with