Yoyo Loach Stats Minimum Tank Size: 45 Gallons (205 litres) Care Level: Moderate Water Conditions: pH 6.0-7.5 Soft to Medium Temperature: 76-82ºF (22-27.7°C) Maximum Size: 6 inches (15 cm) The yoyo loach (Botia almorhae), also known as the Pakistani loach, is a small fresh water fish native to India and Pakistan. The name yoyo loach originates from the fact that … [Read more...] about Yoyo Loach (Pakistani Loach) – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Yoyo Loaches
Ghost Shrimp – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Ghost Shrimp
Ghost Shrimp Stats Minimum Tank Size: 5 Gallons Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 6.5-7.5 (Soft to Hard) Temperature: 18-28 °C (65-82 °F) Maximum Size: 1.5 inches (4 centimetres) The name ghost shrimp applies to dozens of different shrimp that all share a common trait – a completely translucent body. The name ghost shrimp originates from their nearly transparent … [Read more...] about Ghost Shrimp – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Ghost Shrimp
Kuhli Loach – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Kuhli Loaches
Kuhli Loach Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons Care Level: Moderately Easy Water Conditions: 5.5-6.5 Temperature: 75-86 Maximum Size: 4 inches The Kuhli Loach (pangio kuhlii) is small eel shaped fish that is found throughout Indonesia and Malaysia. While it superficially resembles an eel, it is actually part of the large and varied loach family. There are nearly a … [Read more...] about Kuhli Loach – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Kuhli Loaches
Java Moss – How to Grow and Care for Java Moss in the Home Aquarium
Java Moss Stats Minimum Tank Size: 5 Gallons Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: 5.0 – 8.0 and Soft to Hard Temperature: 18-30 °C (70-75 °F) Java Moss (Vesicularia dubyana) is one of the easiest to grow of all the commonly available aquatic plants. It's hardy nature and striking green coloration makes it a favorite among aquarists, and it can be found in … [Read more...] about Java Moss – How to Grow and Care for Java Moss in the Home Aquarium
Comet Goldfish – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Comet Goldfish
Comet Goldfish Stats Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons (75 Gallons recommended) Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 6.5-7.5 (Soft to Hard) Temperature: Optimal Range 10-24 °C (50-75 °F) Upper Range 24-30 °C (75-86 °F) Maximum Size: 13 inches (33 cm) The comet goldfish is one of the oldest and best known variants of the common goldfish. It was first bred in the late … [Read more...] about Comet Goldfish – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Comet Goldfish