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Different types of beautiful fish swimming in an aquarium.

Easy Fish, Happy Home Aquarium: In-depth Info on Top 10 Easiest Fish to take care of for Beginners

What could be more satiating than seeing happy fish swimming around in your Home Aquarium? Fishkeeping is undoubtedly a ‘very …

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A closeup shot of Electric Yellow cichlid.

Electric yellow cichlid: A complete guide

The first time I saw an electric yellow cichlid (Labidochromis caeruleus), I was amazed. Its striking yellow body glowed like …

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A closeup of pom pom crab in aquarium.

What do pom pom crabs eat (avoid these 3 common feeding mistakes)

The first time I saw a Pom Pom Crab (Lybia spp.), I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me. …

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A dwarf puffer fish up-close.

7 Pea puffer tank mates that actually work (No more fin-nipping!)

I’ll never forget the first time I introduced a pea puffer into a community tank. I had done my research, …

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A pencil fish swimming in aquarium.

The Barred Pencilfish is Back: Here’s Why It Matters to Hobbyists Like Us

I still remember the first time I spotted a Barred Pencilfish in an aquarium shop, tiny, sleek, and impossibly elegant, …

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A Twig catfish underwater, over pebbles.

Farlowella catfish care (and 7 tankmates you must have!)

The first time I saw a Farlowella catfish, I did a double take. I swear, I thought someone had tossed …

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A Firemouth Cichlid swimming in a tank beside rocks and plants.

Firemouth Cichlid: A Comprehensive Guide (everything you need to know!)

When it comes to aquarium fish that steal the spotlight, the firemouth cichlid, Thorichthys meeki, is a total showstopper. I …

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white cloud mountain minnow - Amano shrimp tank mate

The ultimate Amano Shrimp tank mates guide (must-have bottom dwellers and centerpiece fish included)

Amano shrimp, those tireless little algae-eating machines, have earned a special place in the hearts of aquarists everywhere. I still …

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An Amano shrimp on leaves

Can ghost shrimp live with cherry shrimp? (other shrimp pairings for a thriving community)

When you’re setting up an aquarium, ghost shrimp and cherry shrimp are often the first critters that come to mind—they’re …

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A pygmy rasboras swimming in between aquatic plants.

Top 6 algae eater fish with betta (3 to avoid, compatible species, common mistakes and first hand experiences)

There’s something magical about watching a betta fish glide gracefully through the water—its vibrant fins fluttering like a living piece …

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Up-close image of a Zebra Nerite Snail

Can snails live with bettas? (A complete guide)

Bettas, with their feisty personalities, are undeniably captivating. But they can also be notoriously picky about their tank mates. Snails, …

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