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We strive to simplify fishkeeping so that you can make better decisions when it comes to purchasing equipment or providing a healthy environment for your pet fish.
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- Best Fish for 10 Gallon Tanks
What are the best fish for 10-gallon tanks, and how many fish can you fit inside one? We’ll teach you the art of stocking a small aquarium! - Roseline Shark (Denison Barb) – Tank Mates and Care GuideThe Rosaline Shark or Denison Barb (Sahyadria denisonii) is a beautiful, active fish that makes an unusual community tank member. Here’s how to care for them.
- Bala Sharks: Complete Care Guide To Freshwater SharksIt’s not always easy to raise a group of fierce-looking Bala Sharks in a community tank, so learn how to care for and maintain a peaceful shark tank!
- Red Tail Sharks: Detailed Care and Species GuideThe Red Tail Shark is an active and attractive freshwater bottom dweller, but is a semi-aggressive algae eater a good fit for your aquatic community?
- Rainbow Shark (Epalzeorhynchos Frenatum) Care GuideThe Rainbow Shark (Epalzeorhynchos Frenatum) is a beautiful fish that makes an exciting addition to a community tank. Here’s how to care for these creatures.
- Blue Phantom Pleco: Catfish Care and Species GuideThe fabulous Blue Phantom Pleco is a midsize suckermouth catfish with stunning markings that’s ideal for community aquariums 50-gallons and up!
- Kuhli Loach (Pangio Kuhlii) – Habitat, Diet And CareThe Kuhli loach (Pangio Kuhlii) is a bottom-dwelling fish that works hard to clean your tank for you. Here’s how to care for these attractive loaches.
- Common Plecostomus: Complete Armored Catfish Care GuideThe Common Plecostomus is a popular and inexpensive catfish, but is this giant and aggressive algae eater a good option for your aquatic community?
- Sailfin Pleco (Pterygoplichthys Gibbiceps) – Care GuideThe Sailfin pleco (Pterygoplichthys Gibbiceps) is one of the most helpful aquarium fish! Here’s the ultimate care guide for this attractive, algae-eating fish.
- Colorful Clown Pleco: Complete Guide to Dwarf Algae EatersIf you’re looking for a colorful suckerfish that won’t outgrow a small aquarium, then check out our detailed CareGuide to the dwarf Clown Pleco!
- Best Fish for A 5-Gallon Tank and How Many Can You Fit?What are the best fish for a 5-gallon tank? And how many fishes can you fit in a 5-gallon aquarium? Find out in our comprehensive guide!
- Bristlenose Plecostomus: Algae Eater Care and Species GuideIf you’d like a functional algae eater that looks like an alien creature straight out of the movies, check out the peaceful Bristlenose Plecostomus!