Species in the catalogue: 164
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Akysis maculipinnis
The Akysis Catfish, scientifically known as Akysis maculipinnis, is a member of the Akysidae family. This miniature fish, sometimes called tiny, can be difficult to spot in an aquarium due to its predominantly nocturnal…
Akysis hendricksoni
Akysis hendricksoni is the scientific name given to this member of the Akysidae family, known as Hendrickson's Akysis. This inconspicuous catfish is not often found in aquariums; it is one of the few members of its…
Poecilia reticulata
The Albino Guppy, belonging to the Poeciliidae family, is known by its scientific name Poecilia reticulata (Albino variety). A distinctive feature of this fish is the congenital absence of melanin – the black pigment in…
Hyphessobrycon amandae
Amanda's Tetra, also known as the Dwarf Red Tetra, has the scientific name Hyphessobrycon amandae and belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This fish species was named in honor of researcher Amanda Géry, who…
Hara jerdoni
Hara jerdoni, also known as the Anchor Catfish or Asian Stone Catfish (scientific name Hara jerdoni), belongs to the family Erethistidae. This species of catfish is remarkably miniature, reaching only 3 cm in length. It…
Neolebias ansorgii
Neolebias ansorgii, or Ansorg's Neolebias, belongs to the family Distichodontidae. It is rarely found for sale, which is due to its specific requirements for keeping conditions. Often, these fish are kept improperly by…
Fundulopanchax amieti
Aphyosemion Amieti, known scientifically as Fundulopanchax amieti, belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae. These fish originate from the central regions of Africa, predominantly inhabiting the Sanaga River basin in…
Aphyosemion cameronense
Aphyosemion cameronense, known in scientific literature as Aphyosemion cameronense, is a member of the family Nothobranchiidae. This small fish is distinguished by its bright coloration and rather spirited character.…
Aphyosemion loennbergii
Known scientifically as Aphyosemion loennbergii, this fish is a member of the Nothobranchiidae family. It owes its name to the Swedish zoologist Einar Lönnberg. This species is quite rare in aquariums and is practically…
Aphyosemion mimbon
Aphyosemion mimbon is a member of the family Nothobranchiidae. This small fish attracts attention with its bright, saturated colours. It is not difficult to keep, but breeding can be a serious challenge for beginners.
Aphyosemion ogoense
Aphyosemion ogoense belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae and is striking for its vivid appearance. Though relatively easy to care for and undemanding, it seldom appears in shops because breeding is difficult. This has…
Fundulopanchax scheeli
Fundulopanchax scheeli, known as Aphyosemion scheeli, belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae. This fish was named in honor of the Danish ichthyologist Jorgen Jacob Scheel (1916–1989). Interestingly, until 2002, the…
Aphyosemion striatum
Aphyosemion striatum, also known as the Red-striped Killifish, belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae. This miniature and beautiful fish is undemanding and peaceful, making it an excellent choice for beginner aquarists.…
Fundulopanchax walkeri
Fundulopanchax walkeri, also known as Aphyosemion walkeri, belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae. This miniature fish has an attractive appearance but is not particularly friendly. It is essentially a small predator,…
Apistogramma macmasteri
Apistogramma macmasteri, also known as the red-tailed dwarf cichlid, belongs to the family Cichlidae. This fish attracts attention with its beauty, but its temperament can be quite lively, especially during breeding.…
Aplocheilichthys spilauchen
Aplocheilichthys spilauchen, known scientifically as Aplocheilichthys spilauchen, is a member of the Poeciliidae family. This small but elegant fish attracts attention with its unusual coloration. It looks particularly…
Acanthobunocephalus nicoi
The Banjomouth Catfish, also known by its scientific name Acanthobunocephalus nicoi, is a member of the Aspredinidae family. Its distinctive appearance, reminiscent of a musical instrument, led to the unofficial but…
Barboides gracilis
A member of the Cyprinidae family, known as Barboides gracilis or the gracile barb, stands out for its modest size. Thanks to this quality, this fish is perfectly suited for keeping in nano-aquariums. With optimal…
Betta albimarginata
Betta albimarginata, or the White-Seam Betta (scientific name Betta albimarginata), belongs to the family Osphronemidae. This miniature fish has a bright and attractive appearance, but these characteristics mainly apply…
Betta burdigala
Betta burdigala, or Bordeaux Betta, belongs to the family Osphronemidae. A distinctive feature of this fish is its beautiful red coloration, which reminded French researchers of the noble color of the famous Bordeaux…
Betta enisae
Betta enisae, or as it is often called, the Energetic Betta, belongs to the family Osphronemidae, receiving its Russian name through adaptive translation from Latin. Despite this, one should not expect high mobility…
Betta hendra
The scientific name Betta hendra was given to Hendra's Betta, or Betta hendra, within the family Osphronemidae. This species was named after the Indonesian naturalist Hendra Tommy, who first discovered it. This fish is…
Betta krataios
Betta krataios, or Krataios Betta, is classified as a member of the family Osphronemidae and bears the scientific name Betta krataios. This species belongs to the group of Fighting Fish, however, its temperament and…
Betta persephone
The fish Betta persephone, or Persephone Betta, belonging to the family Osphronemidae, received its scientific name Betta persephone in honor of the ancient Greek goddess Persephone, Queen of the Underworld, which…
Betta uberis
Betta uberis, or Betta Ubera, is classified in the family Osphronemidae. This species of Betta fish is not recommended for beginner aquarists, as it requires maintaining very strict hydrochemical water parameters.
Betta imbellis
The scientific name Betta imbellis belongs to the family Osphronemidae, indicating its kinship with the Black Betta or Dwarf Betta. However, many colloquial names for the fish include “dwarf,” which is not entirely…
Poecilia reticulata
Black Monk Guppies, also known as Black Guppies, are a breed of Poecilia reticulata (Black strain) from the Poeciliidae family. One of the main features of this variety is the pronounced dark body coloration in males.…
Poecilocharax weitzmani
Poecilocharax weitzmani, also known as the Black Morpho Tetra or Weitzman's Pencilfish, belongs to the family Crenuchidae. It is rarely found in home aquariums due to its high level of care difficulty. This species is…
Limia nigrofasciata
Limia nigrofasciata, also known as the blackbanded limia, is part of the Poeciliidae family. This fish is easy to keep and breed in an aquarium and coexists well with various species, making it an excellent choice for…
Limia melanogaster
Limia melanogaster, known as the Blackbelly Limia, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. These fish are characterized by their undemanding nature, successful breeding, and good compatibility with various tank mates. Such…
Poecilia reticulata
Blue Guppies, known scientifically as Poecilia reticulata (Blue variety), belong to the Poeciliidae family. This name is a generalization and encompasses various breeds where blue is the dominant color. It is mainly…
Pseudomugil cyanodorsalis
Pseudomugil cyanodorsalis, commonly known as the Blue-eyed Neon, belongs to the family Pseudomugilidae. This unique tropical fish shows remarkable adaptability and can even be kept in brackish or marine aquariums,…
Laimosemion xiphidius
The Blue-striped Rivulus, scientifically known as Laimosemion xiphidius (formerly Rivulus xiphidius), is a member of the Rivulidae family. Its natural habitat is located in South America, specifically in the Oyapock…
Boraras merah
Boraras merah belongs to the family Cyprinidae. The name comes from the Indonesian word for red, which describes the fish's predominant colour. This species ranks among the tiniest aquarium fish. It is easy to keep and…
Boraras micros
Boraras micros, also known as the Dwarf Rasbora, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Despite its rather modest coloration, which makes this species not the most sought-after among aquarists, these fish are quite capable…
Boraras naevus
Boraras naevus, also known as the Strawberry Rasbora (scientific name Boraras naevus), belongs to the family Cyprinidae. These fish are among the most miniature aquarium inhabitants. They are undemanding to care for and…
Brachygobius xanthomelas
The fish Brachygobius xanthomelas, known as the Brachygobius goby, belongs to the family Gobiidae (Gobies). Its native habitat is Southeast Asia, specifically the marshy waters in southern Thailand and Malaysia, located…
Micropoecilia branneri
The scientific name Micropoecilia branneri belongs to the species Branner's Micropoecilia, which is part of the Poeciliidae family. This fish originates from South America, where it can be found widely in various…
Boraras brigittae
The Brigittae Rasbora, scientifically known as Boraras brigittae, belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). It was named after the wife of the researcher who first described this species. Given its unpretentiousness and…
Akysis vespa
Akysis vespa, known as the orange stone catfish or bumblebee catfish, belongs to the family Akysidae. This catfish is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists, thanks to its peaceful nature,…
Enteromius hulstaerti
Enteromius hulstaerti, known as the Butterfly Barb or Moth Barb, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. This fish attracts attention with its beauty and does not cause much trouble in maintenance, but it is not often found…
Danio margaritatus
The Celestial Pearl Danio, or Galaxy Rasbora (scientific name — Danio margaritatus), belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Sometimes, the Russian transliteration of the Latin name, Danio margaritatus, is used to refer to…
Betta channoides
Betta channoides, also known as Channa's Betta or Chan's Fighting Fish, is a member of the Osphronemidae family. Despite belonging to the group of fighting fish, this species is distinguished by its peaceful and calm…
Epiplatys annulatus
The Torch Epiplatys, or Clown Killifish (scientific name Epiplatys annulatus), belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae. This fish attracts with its vibrant coloration, activity, and unique appearance. It is considered…
Poecilia reticulata
The Cobra Guppy, scientifically known as Poecilia reticulata (Cobra variety), belongs to the family Poeciliidae. Its distinctive feature is a pattern of vertical stripes running along the posterior part of its body. The…
Poecilia reticulata
The Common Guppy, also known as the Wild Guppy (scientific name Poecilia reticulata), belongs to the family Poeciliidae. It is distinguished from the numerous selective breeding forms developed by humans by its more…
Aphyosemion congicum
Aphyosemion congicum, or the Congo Aphyosemion, is a representative of the family Nothobranchiidae. This fish is not often found in home aquariums, as its keeping requires certain efforts, and breeding offspring is…
Neochela dadiburjori
The Dadiburjor's Danio, scientifically known as Neochela dadiburjori, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. It was named in honor of Sam Dadiburjor, a Mumbai aquarist whose efforts helped reveal this species to science.
Danio tinwini
Danio tinwini, also known as the Gold-ring Danio or Burmese Spotted Danio, bears the scientific name Danio tinwini and belongs to the family Cyprinidae. It received one of its names in honor of U Tin Win, a prominent…
Dario kajal
Dario kajal is the scientific name for this species, which belongs to the Badidae family, or Badis. This fish was first recognized as a distinct species in 2013, and before that, it was known as Dario "Bangladesh."
Parosphromenus deissneri
Deissner's Licorice Gourami, or Parosphromenus deissneri, belongs to the family Osphronemidae. This small but attractive fish has specific requirements for its living conditions, which in turn dictates both the aquarium…
Betta dennisyongi
Betta dennisyongi, also known as Dennis Yong's Betta, belongs to the family Osphronemidae. This fish received its scientific name in honour of Dennis Yong Ghong Chong, a naturalist deeply versed in the fauna and flora…
Betta dimidiata
The Dimidata Betta, also known as Betta dimidiata (scientific name Betta dimidiata), belongs to the family Osphronemidae. The Latin word "dimidiata" in its name translates to "halved," reflecting the modest size of this…
Limia perugiae
The Dominican Limia, scientifically known as Limia perugiae, belongs to the family Poeciliidae, also known as livebearers. As its name suggests, this fish is native to Central America. It is known as an endemic species,…
Danionella dracula
The Dracula Danio, or Danionella dracula according to scientific classification, belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). It's interesting to consider what might have led to such a formidable name for this miniature and…
Microdevario nanus
Microdevario nanus, known as the Green Dwarf Danio, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Until 2009, this fish was classified as a Rasbora, being called the Green Dwarf Rasbora. However, further research moved the species…
Otocinclus vittatus
Armored Catfishes (Loricariidae)
Otocinclus vittatus, the dwarf oto, belongs to the family Loricariidae (armoured catfishes). This species is widely used in the hobby to control algae growth. Despite its drab coloration, the fish does its job well…
Boraras maculatus
The Dwarf Rasbora (Boraras maculatus), belonging to the Cyprinidae family, stands out among carp-like fish. Although it is one of the smallest species, its miniature size only emphasizes the striking effect of a school…
Betta smaragdina
Betta smaragdina, also known as the Emerald Betta or Green Betta, is a member of the family Osphronemidae. This fish is attractive due to its beauty and relative ease of care, provided some basic requirements are met.…
Poecilia wingei
Endler's Guppy, scientifically known as Poecilia wingei, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. This vibrant and colorful fish is easy to keep and breed, making it an excellent choice for beginners in the aquarium hobby.…