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Synodontis alberti
Synodontis alberti belongs to the family Mochokidae. The fish is also known as the high-fin synodontis or big-eye synodontis. Most active at night, it hides during the day and rarely becomes the centre of attention in a…
Synodontis angelicus
The Angel Squeaker Catfish, also known by its scientific name Synodontis angelicus, or Synodontis Angel, belongs to the family Mochokidae. This medium-sized catfish species easily adapts to most community tanks,…
Synodontis brichardi
The scientific name Synodontis brichardi belongs to the family Mochokidae, known as upside-down catfish. This catfish is named after Pierre Brichard, a Belgian ichthyologist who made significant contributions to the…
Synodontis greshoffi
Synodontis greshoffi, also known as Synodontis Congo, belongs to the family Mochokidae. This catfish is undemanding, hardy and does not bully its tankmates, and its distinctive body pattern is eye-catching. It will,…
Synodontis pleurops
The scientific name Synodontis pleurops belongs to the family Mochokidae, known as upside-down catfish, and the species itself is known as Synodontis pleurops. Its homeland is Central Africa, although, contrary to its…
Synodontis velifer
The scientific name Synodontis velifer is used to refer to the Synodontis velifer catfish, also known as the Sailfin Synodontis, a member of the family Mochokidae (Squeaker Catfishes). Native to West Africa, this fish…
Synodontis waterloti
The catfish Synodontis waterloti, also known as the Waterlot Synodontis, belongs to the family Mochokidae. It is relatively peaceful and does well alongside other non-aggressive species, but it will swallow any fish…
Rhinogobius nantaiensis
The Taiwan Goby, known scientifically as Rhinogobius nantaiensis, belongs to the Gobiidae family. As its name suggests, this species inhabits the island of Taiwan, located 180 km east of the Chinese coast. Its natural…
Glossolepis pseudoincisa
Rainbowfishes (Melanotaeniidae)
Glossolepis pseudoincisa, or Tami Rainbowfish, belongs to the family Melanotaeniidae. This species is endemic to the island of New Guinea. In the wild the species is known above all from a small oxbow lake near the Tami…
Dawkinsia tambraparniei
The fish known as the Tamirabarani Barb (scientific name Dawkinsia tambraparniei) belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Its name comes from the Tamirabarani River, which is the species' natural habitat. This species is…
Lamprichthys tanganicanus
The Tanganyika Killifish, also known as Lamprichthys tanganicanus, belongs to the family Poeciliidae. It is noteworthy that, despite its common name, it is not related to traditional Killifish. However, it is a close…
Labeotropheus fuelleborni
Labeotropheus fuelleborni, also known as the Tapir Cichlid or Blue Mbuna, bears the scientific name Labeotropheus fuelleborni and belongs to the family Cichlidae. This species is endemic to Lake Malawi, located in East…
Colomesus psittacus
The target puffer, also known as the zebra pufferfish (Colomesus psittacus), belongs to the family Tetraodontidae. This fish can inflate itself when threatened. The target puffer is aggressive toward other tank…
Carassius auratus
Without a doubt, the eyes are the most captivating feature of the Telescope Goldfish. These visual organs are prominently positioned on the sides of the head, protruding a significant distance on conical stalks.…
Distichodus decemmaculatus
The Ten-spot Distichodus, or Distichodus decemmaculatus according to its scientific name, belongs to the family Distichodontidae. This species originates from the African continent, specifically from the central basin…
Tetragonopterus argenteus
Tetragonopterus, scientifically known as Tetragonopterus argenteus, belongs to the family Characidae. This fish has a high and robust body, compressed laterally, resembling a rhombus in shape. A characteristic feature…
Trichogaster labiosa
Trichogaster labiosa, more commonly known as the Thick-lipped Gourami or Labiosa, belongs to the family Osphronemidae. This fish will be a wonderful addition to any aquarium. Thanks to its modest size and natural,…
Thorichthys meeki
Thorichthys meeki, also known as the firemouth cichlid, is a member of the family Cichlidae. This species attracts the attention of aquarists, particularly those who keep American cichlids, thanks to its distinctive and…
Acarichthys heckelii
Acarichthys heckelii, known as Heckel's Acara or Threadfin Acara, belongs to the Cichlidae family. This vibrant and attractive fish is relatively easy to keep, standing out with its unusual behavior during the breeding…
Lamontichthys filamentosus
Armored Catfishes (Loricariidae)
The Threadfin Catfish, known scientifically as Lamontichthys filamentosus and also called Lamont's Fish, is a member of the Loricariidae family, or Armored Catfish. It was named in honor of Francesca Lamont, a…
Desmopuntius trifasciatus
The Three-banded Barb, scientifically known as Desmopuntius trifasciatus, belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). Its name vividly reflects the characteristic body pattern, adorned with rows of dark stripes. This…
Nannostomus trifasciatus
The three-lined pencilfish, scientifically known as Nannostomus trifasciatus, is a popular and well-known aquarium fish from the family Lebiasinidae. This species is easy to keep and breed, coexisting well with other…
Rasbora trilineata
Rasbora trilineata, known as the Three-lined Rasbora, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. This fish is an excellent choice for a beginner aquarist, as it demonstrates high endurance, easily adapts to changing living…
Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus
The Three-lined Tetra, scientifically known as Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family. Despite its modest size, this miniature tetra still requires a sufficiently spacious aquarium to…
Pseudanos trimaculatus
The Three-spot Anostomus, scientifically known as Pseudanos trimaculatus, belongs to the family Anostomidae, or Headstanders. Previously, this fish was classified as Anostomus trimaculatus, and this name is still found…
Apistogramma trifasciata
The Three-striped Apistogramma, or Apistogramma trifasciata by its scientific name, belongs to the Cichlidae family. These fish are suitable for experienced aquarists, as they are quite undemanding, breed easily, and…
Melanotaenia trifasciata
Rainbowfishes (Melanotaeniidae)
The three-striped rainbowfish, scientifically known as Melanotaenia trifasciata, belongs to the family Melanotaeniidae. This species was first discovered by Norwegian zoologist Knut Dahl in June 1895. The description…
Pethia ticto
Pethia ticto, more commonly known as the Ticto Barb, belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). This fish is not only beautiful but also undemanding, making it an ideal choice even for beginner aquarists. It has a…
Brachyplatystoma tigrinum
Pimelodidae (Long-whiskered Catfishes)
Brachyplatystoma tigrinum, also known as the Tiger Catfish, is a member of the family Pimelodidae (long-whiskered or flat-headed catfish). This large and impressive fish is compatible with other freshwater species,…
Hydrocynus vittatus
A member of the Alestidae family, scientifically named Hydrocynus vittatus, this is an African tiger fish. At first glance, it's clear that this is a true predator with a rather aggressive disposition. Its impressive…
Syncrossus hymenophysa
The Tiger Loach, also known as the Tiger Botia or Green Tiger Loach (scientific name Syncrossus hymenophysa), belongs to the family Botiidae. Its limited suitability for a community aquarium is due to its complex…
Datnioides microlepis
The Tiger Siamese Perch, or Indonesian Tiger Perch, scientifically known as Datnioides microlepis, belongs to the family Datnioididae. This fish is characterized by its large size and bright, contrasting coloration,…
Neoheterandria elegans
The scientific name Neoheterandria elegans refers to the family Poeciliidae, known as the Tiger Teddy or Neoheterandria. This miniature, shy, and graceful fish does not require complex care, making it an excellent…
Barbonymus schwanefeldii
Barbonymus schwanefeldii, known as the Tinfoil Barb and belonging to the Cyprinidae family, attracts attention with its impressive size and characteristic silvery coloration. These fish, which have a schooling nature,…
Batrachomoeus trispinosus
The Three-spined Toadfish (scientific name Batrachomoeus trispinosus), belonging to the family Batrachoididae, presents a rather unusual sight. Its appearance, characterized by a massive head and unconventional growths,…
Carassius auratus
Among the many goldfish varieties, the Tosakin Goldfish stands out for its unique originality. Its main asset is a luxurious fan-shaped caudal fin, which reaches its maximum spread in the horizontal plane. Therefore,…
Hoplias malabaricus
The wolf fish, also known as Traira or Terta-wolf (scientific name Hoplias malabaricus), belongs to the family Erythrinidae. This amazing predatory fish, which can reach impressive sizes, is a coveted trophy for many…
Hemigrammus unilineatus
Hemigrammus unilineatus, known as the Trinidad Tetra, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This fish is a relative of popular species such as the Glowlight Tetra, Pulcher, and Golden Tetra. Its coloration is less…
Tropheus moorii
Tropheus moorii, known as the Tropheus moorii or Blunt-nosed Cichlid, belongs to the family Cichlidae. This species is endemic to East Africa's Lake Tanganyika, preferring to inhabit shallow waters among rocky…
Copeina guttata
The Trout Copeina, scientifically known as Copeina guttata, is a member of the Lebiasinidae family. This fish is not particularly suitable for inexperienced aquarists, as it requires careful attention to water quality…
Mogurnda mogurnda
The Australian Mogurnda, also known as the Trout Mogurnda or Australian Gudgeon (scientific name Mogurnda mogurnda), belongs to the family Eleotridae. It makes an excellent choice for a novice aquarist. These fish are…
Campylomormyrus rhynchophorus
The trunk-nosed elephantfish (Campylomormyrus rhynchophorus) belongs to the family Mormyridae, as does its close relative the Nile elephantfish. It too has a highly unusual appearance. Acquiring one can be difficult,…
Tucanoichthys tucano
The Tucano Tetra, known as Tucanoichthys tucano, belongs to the Acestrorhamphidae family and is named after the Tucano tribe inhabiting the jungles of Colombia and Brazil. Specimens of this fish species were first…
Pethia erythromycter
The Tulip Barb, scientifically named Pethia erythromycter, is a member of the Cyprinidae family. This fish first became available for sale in 2006. It is important to note that keeping it requires a certain level of…
Andinoacara rivulatus
Andinoacara rivulatus, more commonly known as the Turquoise Acara, belongs to the Cichlidae family. This large and strikingly beautiful fish, however, is characterized by pronounced aggression and requires keeping in a…
Melanotaenia lacustris
Rainbowfishes (Melanotaeniidae)
The Lake Melanotaenia, also known as the Blue Melanotaenia or Turquoise Rainbowfish, bears the scientific name Melanotaenia lacustris and belongs to the family Melanotaeniidae. It is a peaceful and active fish that is…
Betta tussyae
Tussy's Betta, scientifically known as Betta tussyae, belongs to the family Osphronemidae, or Gouramies. It was named after Tussy Nagy, the wife of Australian aquarist Peter Nagy, who introduced the first specimens of…
Farlowella vittata
Armored Catfishes (Loricariidae)
The Twig Catfish, or Stick Catfish, scientifically known as Farlowella vittata, belongs to the family Loricariidae, commonly known as Armored Catfish. It stands out due to its unusual body shape, which is quite atypical…
Kryptopterus bicirrhis
Kryptopterus bicirrhis, known as the Two-barbel Indian Glass Catfish, belongs to the family Siluridae (Catfishes). It is not commonly found in aquariums, although the name "glass catfish" is sometimes mistakenly applied…
Puntius bimaculatus
Puntius bimaculatus, or the Two-Spot Barb, belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Kept in a school, these fish make a wonderful addition to almost any aquarium. They are undemanding in care, easy to breed, and compatible…
Mystus bimaculatus
The Two-spot Mystus, scientifically known as Mystus bimaculatus, belongs to the Bagridae family. This small, peaceful catfish is an excellent addition to a community tank of Southeast Asian inhabitants. It is…
Astyanax bimaculatus
The two-spotted astyanax, Astyanax bimaculatus, belongs to the family Characidae. Despite being undemanding to care for, easy to breed, and compatible with most other fish, this species has never become popular in the…
Aphyosemion bitaeniatum
The Two-striped Aphyosemion, scientifically known as Aphyosemion bitaeniatum, belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae, or nothobranchs. These vibrant fish are not particularly demanding to keep and adapt easily to…
Apistogramma bitaeniata
Apistogramma bitaeniata, also known as the Two-striped Apistogramma, from the Cichlidae family, is a brightly colored and quite active fish. Males of this species are known for their complex character, which requires a…
Nannostomus digrammus
Nannostomus digrammus, known as the two-striped nannostomus, is a member of the Lebiasinidae family. It is not frequently encountered by hobbyists in the aquarium trade, usually arriving in shipments with other…
Rasbora cephalotaenia
Rasbora cephalotaenia, known in the aquarium hobby as the Two-striped Rasbora, is a member of the Cyprinidae family.
Aphyosemion bivittatum
Aphyosemion bivittatum, known as the Two-striped Aphyosemion, belongs to the family Nothobranchiidae. Its natural habitat is in Africa, where the fish inhabits small river systems and streams. These bodies of water are…
Skiffia bilineata
The Twostripe Skiffia (Skiffia bilineata), a representative of the Goodeidae family, is an excellent choice for beginner aquarists. It is easy to care for and highly compatible with other aquarium inhabitants.
Hemigrammus ulreyi
Hemigrammus ulreyi, known as Ulrey's Tetra, belongs to the family Acestrorhamphidae. This species is an unpretentious and peaceful fish that easily adapts to a community of other aquarium inhabitants of similar size and…
Apistogramma borellii
Borell's Apistogramma, scientifically known as Apistogramma borellii, belongs to the Cichlidae family and is often referred to as the Umbrella Cichlid. This miniature and attractive fish is undemanding and easy to care…