Introduction Colorful fish get a lot of attention in the aquarium industry. We are naturally drawn to vibrant species with interesting designs. This is why Rainbowfish are so popular when there are so many species to choose from. Boesemani Rainbowfish is an excellent example. They possess a simple yet attractive [Continue reading …]
Introduction When you hear the terms “freshwater shark” and “home aquarium” used together, your brain might get a little twisted. But the reality is that aside from the 290-pound Bull Shark, freshwater sharks are not true sharks; they are large fish that have a shark-like appearance. Usually, freshwater sharks are [Continue reading …]
Introduction You might think that the name “Livebearers” is an odd one, but if you think about it, the name is appropriate. Livebearer refers to aquarium fish that carry their eggs inside the body, giving birth to live, free-swimming fry. Even though only about one percent of all fish are [Continue reading …]
Introduction Rainbowfish, made famous by the children’s book of the same name, is actually a collection of more than 50 species that swim in every corner of the world. These splendidly colorful freshwater fish are popular home aquarium inhabitants. After exploring the varied characteristics and care needs of a number [Continue reading …]
Introduction There are many species of shrimp available for your aquarium, which can make it difficult when you are ready to choose. A strong contender is the Crystal Red Shrimp. These dwarf shrimps are a wonderful sight in a home aquarium. Though small, their colors and patterns make them stand [Continue reading …]
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