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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 splendopleure
Aphyosemion splendopleure, known as the Aphyosemion Splendid, is a member of the Nothobranchiidae family. The coloration of the male fish is unique, as it's impossible to pinpoint a dominant shade, making it very…
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…
Corydoras araguaiaensis
Armored Catfish (Callichthyidae)
Corydoras araguaiaensis, known as the Araguaia Catfish, belongs to the armored catfish family (Callichthyidae). It inhabits South America, specifically the basin of the Araguaia River, which is where its name comes from.
Esmaeilius arakensis
Esmaeilius arakensis, or the Arak Killifish, belongs to the family Cyprinodontidae. This fish is not frequently encountered in aquariums, partly due to its modest coloration and not always docile temperament.…
Toxotes jaculatrix
Toxotes jaculatrix, known as the Banded Archerfish, Largescale Archerfish, or simply Archerfish, is a member of the Toxotidae family. This fish is famous for its unique hunting method: it knocks insects off foliage…
Scatophagus argus
The Argus fish, also known as the Spotted Scat or Argus Scat (scientific name Scatophagus argus), belongs to the Scatophagidae family. This is a large and attractive fish that can live in both marine and freshwater…
Aristochromis christyi
Aristochromis christyi, scientifically named Aristochromis christyi, is a representative of the Cichlidae family. Despite its predatory lifestyle, this fish is known for its peaceful disposition, posing a threat only to…
Megalechis thoracata
Armored Catfish (Callichthyidae)
Megalechis thoracata, more commonly called Thoracatum (though the spelling Taracatum is also encountered), belongs to the family Callichthyidae – the armored or callichthyid catfishes. This medium-sized fish is known…
Corydoras armatus
Armored Catfish (Callichthyidae)
The armored cory, scientifically named Corydoras armatus, belongs to the family Callichthyidae. The scientific name comes from Latin and means "armoured" or "armed", which accurately describes this fish's distinctive…
Copella arnoldi
Arnold's Copeina, or Pyrrhulina (scientific name — Copella arnoldi), is a member of the family Lebiasinidae. This graceful fish is unique for its amazing method of raising fry, which has been featured in several BBC and…
Osteoglossum bicirrhosum
The Silver Arowana, also known simply as Arowana, bears the scientific name Osteoglossum bicirrhosum and belongs to the family Osteoglossidae. This species is a representative of one of the oldest fish families, tracing…
Dawkinsia arulius
The Arulius Barb, scientifically known as Dawkinsia arulius and belonging to the family Cyprinidae, does not impress with its bright coloration or unique body pattern. However, its lively activity and unpretentiousness…
Scleropages formosus
The scientific name Scleropages formosus refers to the Asian arowana, a member of the family Osteoglossidae. Although the name is often used as a blanket term for all Asian arowanas, scientists in fact recognise at…
Acrochordonichthys rugosus
The Asian Banjo Catfish, scientifically named Acrochordonichthys rugosus, belongs to the family Akysidae. This variety of catfish is valued by aquarists for its unique and diverse coloration. Keeping it is not difficult…
Systomus asoka
The Asoka Barb, known in scientific literature as Systomus asoka, belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). This species is endemic and found exclusively in the river systems of Sri Lanka, located in South Asia. It…
Aspidoras pauciradiatus
Armored Catfish (Callichthyidae)
A member of the Callichthyidae family, the Aspidoras catfish, known as Aspidoras pauciradiatus, is an excellent choice for almost any community aquarium. It adapts to various diets and keeping conditions, demonstrating…
Aspidoras taurus
Armored Catfish (Callichthyidae)
Aspidoras taurus, known scientifically as Aspidoras taurus, belongs to the family Callichthyidae, or Armored Catfish. This fish is popular among aquarists because its care and breeding are not difficult, and it coexists…
Paracanthocobitis pictilis
Paracanthocobitis pictilis, commonly known as the Ataran Zipper Loach, belongs to the family Nemacheilidae. This species was previously classified in the genus Acanthocobitis, but that name was later reassigned to a…
Aulonocara baenschi
Aulonocara baenschi, also known as the Yellow Peacock Cichlid, belongs to the family Cichlidae. This species is endemic to East Africa's Lake Malawi, preferring to inhabit primarily the so-called intermediate zones of…
Aulonocara sp.
A selective variety of Aulonocara jacobfreibergi is known by the English trade name Aulonocara Eureka. This species is not found in the natural environment. It is still not precisely known where it was bred and who its…
Aulonocara hansbaenschi
Aulonocara nyassae, also known as the "Red-shouldered Peacock" cichlid, bears the scientific name Aulonocara hansbaenschi and belongs to the family Cichlidae. This species is endemic to Lake Malawi, located in East…
Aulonocara maylandi
Aulonocara maylandi, known as Mayland's Aulonocara, is a representative of the Cichlidae family, typical of Malawian cichlids. This species is relatively easy to keep and breed, demonstrating good compatibility with…
Aulonocara sp.
Aulonocara multicolor, also known by the trade English name Orange blotched (OB) Peacock cichlid, is a hybrid. It was obtained through the selective breeding of several Aulonocara species and artificial cross-breeding…
Aulonocara hybrid
Aulonocara Orchid Red (Red) is also known as Aulonocara Strawberry and Aulonocara Dragon. These names are calques from the English commercial names Aulonocara Dragon Blood and Aulonocara Strawberry.
Aulonocara stuartgranti
Aulonocara stuartgranti, also known as Stuartgranti Aulonocara or the Regal Peacock Cichlid, has the scientific name Aulonocara stuartgranti and belongs to the family Cichlidae. This fish is endemic to Lake Malawi in…
Pseudomugil signifer
Pseudomugil signifer, the Australian blue-eye, belongs to the family Pseudomugilidae. This fish is remarkable for its unusual appearance and remarkable ability to adapt to diverse living conditions. Its hardiness, ease…
Neosilurus brevidorsalis
Eel-tailed Catfish (Plotosidae)
A representative of the Plotosidae family, known as Eel-tailed Catfish, the Australian Catfish (scientific name Neosilurus brevidorsalis) is a rather exotic guest from Australia. It is not often encountered in amateur…
Corydoras axelrodi
Armored Catfish (Callichthyidae)
Axelrod's Corydoras, also known as the Pink Corydoras (or simply Pink Cory), bears the scientific name Corydoras axelrodi and belongs to the armored catfish family, Callichthyidae. These catfish are native to South…
Chilatherina axelrodi
Rainbowfishes (Melanotaeniidae)
Axelrod's Rainbowfish, scientifically known as Chilatherina axelrodi, belongs to the family Melanotaeniidae, the rainbowfishes. The species was first described in 1979 when an international expedition discovered it…
Aphaniops sirhani
Aphaniops sirhani, known as the Azraq killifish, belongs to the family Cyprinodontidae. This attractive fish has had a difficult history in its natural habitat: by the early 1990s its native range had almost disappeared…
Apistogramma panduro
Apistogramma panduro, also known as the Azure or Blue Cichlid, belongs to the family Cichlidae. This South American cichlid is considered relatively undemanding in care and is well compatible with other freshwater…
Bagarius yarrelli
Sisoridae (Asian hillstream catfishes)
The Bagarius Catfish, also known as the “Freshwater Sand Shark” or by its scientific name Bagarius yarrelli, belongs to the family Sisoridae (Bagridae, or mountain catfishes). This species is rarely encountered among…
Balantiocheilos melanopterus
The Tricolor Shark, also known as the Bala Shark, bears the scientific name Balantiocheilos melanopterus and belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Its name is due to its external resemblance to predatory sharks, although in…
Poecilia sphenops
The Balloon Molly, also known as the Balloon Molly, is called the Balloon Molly in English-speaking trade. This common name is given to selective breeding forms obtained by breeding based on Poecilia sphenops, Poecilia…
Xiphophorus maculatus
The Balloon Platy, also called disk platy, is known in the trade as Balloon Platy. Its distinctive feature is an unusual body shape: a strongly curved, humped back and a noticeably swollen belly, present in both males…
Platystacus cotylephorus
Platystacus cotylephorus, known as the banded banjo catfish, belongs to the family Aspredinidae. This species is found in South America, specifically along the eastern coast of the continent in the waters of French…
Distichodus fasciolatus
The scientific name Distichodus fasciolatus, or Banded Distichodus, indicates its belonging to the family Distichodontidae. This fish originates from the African continent, where it can be found in the vast Congo River…
Epiplatys fasciolatus
Epiplatys fasciolatus, also known as the Banded Epiplatys, is a member of the Nothobranchiidae family. This iridescent fish is characterized by a beautiful combination of bright pink and green hues. It is often confused…
Trichogaster fasciata
Trichogaster fasciata, also known as the Banded Gourami or Striped Gourami, belongs to the family Osphronemidae. This fish possesses a range of qualities that make it an excellent choice for beginner aquarists: it is…
Leporinus fasciatus
The Banded Leporinus, scientifically known as Leporinus fasciatus, belongs to the Anostomidae family. For many years, this fish has attracted the attention of aquarists due to its characteristic alternating black and…
Syncrossus helodes
The Banded Loach, also known as the Tiger Loach, belongs to the family Botiidae and bears the scientific name Syncrossus helodes. This large, active fish prefers to spend its time at the bottom of the aquarium. Under…
Peckoltia vittata
Armored Catfishes (Loricariidae)
Peckoltia vittata, also known as the Banded Peckoltia, belongs to the family Loricariidae, which includes armored catfish. This fish inhabits extensive tributaries of the Amazon River, spreading across Brazil,…
Nannostomus espei
Nannostomus espei, known as the Banded Pencilfish, belongs to the family Lebiasinidae. It is quite popular in the aquarium hobby, but its widespread distribution is hindered by certain difficulties in breeding. However,…
Microphis lineatus
Microphis lineatus, known as the Banded Pipefish, belongs to the family Syngnathidae. This species inhabits the coastal tropical waters of the American continent. It can be found in fresh, brackish, and marine waters…
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…
Rasbora bankanensis
Rasbora bankanensis, scientifically known as Bankanensis Rasbora, belongs to the Cyprinidae family. This fish originates from Southeast Asia, where it can be found in the river systems of the Malay Peninsula, in…
Barbus barbus
The fish known as Barbel (scientific name Barbus barbus) belongs to the carp family (Cyprinidae). Unlike many other barbs, which are common in the river systems of Southeast Asia, this species is native to Europe. Its…
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…
Opsarius barna
The Barna Barbel, scientifically known as Opsarius barna, belongs to the extensive carp family (Cyprinidae). Its name in Russian is a transcription of the Bengali word traditionally used by locals to refer to this…
Batasio tigrinus
The Batasio Catfish, scientifically known as Batasio tigrinus, belongs to the Bagridae family (Bagrid Catfishes). These fish are peaceful and calm, easy to care for, and readily coexist with various species. Their…
Batasio fluviatilis
The Batasio fluviatilis catfish, known scientifically as Batasio fluviatilis, belongs to the family Bagridae, or naked catfishes. It is a relatively rare species in the aquarium trade, most often found among enthusiast…
Batrochoglanis raninus
Batrochoglanis raninus belongs to the family Pseudopimelodidae. This catfish comes from South America, where it inhabits many river systems in the lower Amazon basin, as well as waters in Guyana and French Guiana. In…
Nannostomus beckfordi
Nannostomus beckfordi, belonging to the family Lebiasinidae, is a miniature and rather active fish, rarely exceeding 4 cm in length. A small school of these fish can be a magnificent addition to a tropical aquarium.…
Belonesox belizanus
The Belonesox, scientifically known as Belonesox belizanus, is a member of the Poeciliidae family. Despite its relatively small size, this species is considered a formidable predator, preferring to hunt from ambush. Its…