Freshwater Aquarium Animals

A close-up of the author's Black Piranha (notice the characteristic red eye). The scientific name for the Black Piranha is Serrasalmus rhombeus and there are various other... keep reading →

Cherry Barbs are a good first fish for a freshwater aquarium. They are a hardy fish that is relatively easy to care for. Cherry barbs are a schooling species and require a... keep reading →

Million fish is a common nick-name of the Guppy because of its ability to breed and give birth so fast and frequently. The Guppy fish originated from Central America and has... keep reading →

It doesn't matter what filter system you have you will still end up with silt and muck at the bottom of your pond! I discovered this when I recently installed a new brick... keep reading →

In some European countries, snails (in the form of escargot) are considered a delicacy, and there is a small market for them in the United States and other countries as... keep reading →

Dwarf gouramis (Colisa lalia ) are some of the most beautiful tropical freshwater aquarium fishes in the world. With their blue and orange striped bodies, dwarf gouramis... keep reading →

Caring for the Freshwater Bumblebee Goby. These small bottom dwelling fish are loads of fun, but sometimes a bit tricky to care for. keep reading →

If you have your own freshwater aquarium or you thinking of starting out on this rewarding hobby then I sincerely hope that this information regarding the freshwater aquarium... keep reading →

Often overlooked as a choice in the aquarium, the white cloud mountain minnows are very lively, enjoyable pets to keep. Their small size means they don't need a large... keep reading →

Gouramis are popular tropical fish that are kept and bred by many hobbyists. The many species of gouramis are labyrinth fish that can breathe atmospheric air. Like the... keep reading →