The glass catfish (Kryptopterus vitreolus), also known as the ghost catfish, or the phantom catfish, is a unique species of small catfish native to Asia. As the name implies, these catfish have a body that is transparent, with their skeletons and internal organs clearly visible. The only time their body will become translucent – turning a milky white color - is during serious … [Read more...] about The Complete Glass Catfish Care Guide (Kryptopterus vitreolus)
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Bamboo Shrimp – The Complete Care Guide for Bamboo Shrimp
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size 20 Gallons (76 Liters) Care Level: Difficult Water Conditions: PH 6.5-8.0 (Moderately Hard) Temperature: 75-81°F (-°C) Maximum Size: 3 inches (7.6 cm) The bamboo shrimp (Atyopsis moluccensis), also known as the Wood Shrimp, Singapore Shrimp, Fan Shrimp, and sometimes as the Asian Filter Feeding Shrimp, is a popular, but somewhat finicky … [Read more...] about Bamboo Shrimp – The Complete Care Guide for Bamboo Shrimp
Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) – The Complete Care Guide for Emperor Tetras
Emperor Tetra Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (76 Liters) Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: 5.0-7.5 pH and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C) Maximum Size: 2 ½ “(6 cm) The emperor tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) is a small, peaceful freshwater fish, commonly available in the aquarium hobby. Emperor tetras are considered to be one of the … [Read more...] about Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) – The Complete Care Guide for Emperor Tetras
Lemon Tetra – The Care, Feeding, and Breeding of Lemon Tetras
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (75 Liters) Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: PH 6.0-7.5 Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C) Maximum Size: 2 inches (5 cm) The lemon tetra (Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis) is a small, fresh water fish and an old favorite among aquarists. These fish are native to Brazil, and were first collected for the aquarium … [Read more...] about Lemon Tetra – The Care, Feeding, and Breeding of Lemon Tetras
Black-winged Hatchetfish – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Black-winged Hatchetfish
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons (76 Liters) Care Level: Moderately Difficult Water Conditions: 5.5-7.0 pH and Soft to Moderately Hard Water Temperature: 75-84 °F (24-29 °C) Maximum Size: 1.5 inches (3.5 cm) The black-winged hatchetfish (Carnegiella marthae) is a small, peaceful freshwater fish, noted for its unusual body shape. Its laterally compressed … [Read more...] about Black-winged Hatchetfish – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Black-winged Hatchetfish