The goldfish (Carassius auratus auratus) is large freshwater fish that was originally native to China. Its ancient ancestor is believed to have been the Chinese Crucian carp, though recent research seems to indicate that they may actually be descended from Prussian carp. The goldfish is one of the oldest domesticated fish in the world, with only one fish that may have been … [Read more...] about All About Goldfish – How to Care for a Goldfish Fish at Home
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Black Skirt Tetra – The Care, Feeding an Breeding of Black Skirt Tetras
Black Skirt Tetra Stats Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons Care Level: Moderately hard Water Conditions: pH 6-8 and Soft to Hard Temperature: 68-79 F (20-26 C) Maximum Size: 2.5 inches (5.0 cm) The black skirt tetra (Gymnocorymbus ternetzi) is a small freshwater fish that was originally native to the countries of Brazil, Bolovia and Argentina. But in recent years, either … [Read more...] about Black Skirt Tetra – The Care, Feeding an Breeding of Black Skirt Tetras
Clown Loach – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Clown Loach Fish
Clown Loach Stats Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons Care Level: Moderately hard Water Conditions: pH 5.0-7.5 and Soft to Medium Temperature: 75-86 F (24-30 C) Maximum Size: 18 inches (50 cm) The clown loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) is a large freshwater fish, that was originally native to Indonesia. After it was introduced to the fish hobby, it quickly became one of … [Read more...] about Clown Loach – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Clown Loach Fish
Common Pleco – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Common Plecos
Common Pleco Stats Minimum Tank Size: 55 Gallons (75 Gallons Recommended) Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 6.5-7.5 Soft to Medium Temperature: 72-86 F (23-30 C) Maximum Size: 24 inches (60 cm) The common pleco (Hypostomus plecostomus), also known as the sucker fish, is a staple of the aquarium hobby, and is easily one of the most popular fish available. They are … [Read more...] about Common Pleco – The Care, Feeding and Breeding of Common Plecos
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