The Scarlet Skunk Cleaner shrimp is one of the more common cleaner shrimp species available in the hobby.

The common Plecostomus, or Pleco, is an aquarium favorite.

Auchenoglanis occidentalis, better known as the Giraffe Catfish, is a gentle giant catfish species from Africa. These fish spend the day rummaging through the sandy substrate, sucking up food into their small, vacuum-like mouths. Because of their size and non-aggressive nature, Giraffe cats make ideal tankmates for similarly-mannered large charactins or barbs.

The Dwarf Driftwood Catfish, as its name suggests, is a very small bottom-dwelling species that is suitable for most community aquariums. Reaching an adult length of just over one inch in length, these Catfish are one of the few species that may be kept in a tank as small as five gallons. A slightly larger tank will be required to keep them in groups as they prefer.

The aquarium should contain driftwood. These fish like to hide out in it and use it to take cover during the daylight hours, so it... [Read More]

The Jaguar Catfish, Liosomadoras oncinus, is an attractive species from South America. This fish is natively found in the Branco River basin in Brazil. As its common name suggests, the Jaguar Catfish has a color pattern that somewhat resembles its jungle cat namesake.

Caring for the Jaguar Catfish is relatively easy. They should be provided with a lot of hiding places, so driftwood, plants and aquarium-safe rocks will be needed. They will generally leave tank mates alone, but may make... [Read More]

Malpulutta kretseri is a very small species from Sri Lanka, growing to less than two inches when fully matured. These fish have a slender body with dark spots. A small aquarium of only ten gallons is plenty of space for a small group of these anabantids, which adapt well to most freshwater aquarium conditions. Feed a carnivorous diet.

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Nannacara anomala is a peaceful Cichlid that makes a good addition to the small community aquarium. Use an aquarium stocked with plenty of plants and some tall rocks and\or driftwood. A very small Cichlid, females may only grow to two inches in length. Be sure to carry out regular water changes.

Belontia hasselti, sometimes known as the Malay Combtail, is a medium-sized anabantid species from Asia. They come from waters that are slow-moving, well-planted, and soft in dH. The pH should be slightly acidic to neutral. Filtering the water through peat helps to re-create the natural waters of these fish. Malay Combtails are bubble nest builders in the typical anabantid fashion, and are generally peaceful except during spawning.

Aphyosemion australe is a popular Killifish from Africa. It's commonly seen in the hobby and does well in smaller aquariums of around 15 gallons. The tank should be heavily planted with soft, acidic water. Though they are small at just 2.5" when fully grown, these fish are carnivores and should be fed meaty or live foods. Brine shrimp and mosquito larvae are favorites.

Like most Killifish, males are much brighter and more colorful than females. This is a great fish for those looking to bree... [Read More]