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Latest Saltwater Aquarium Posts

Care Guide: Green Chromis
Scientific Name: Chromis viridis Care Level: Easy Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons Diet: Omnivore Temperament: Peaceful Green Chromis are known as some of the most

Royal Gramma (Fairy Basslet) Care Guide
The Royal Gramma, also known as the fairy basslet, is one of the most well-known fish in the saltwater aquarium world. While they are a

Yellow Watchman Goby Care Guide & Facts
Scientific Name: Cryptocentrus cinctus Care Level: Easy Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons Diet: Carnivore Temperament: Peaceful Yellow watchman gobies are fun, personality-filled fish that are

Six Line Wrasse Care Guide & Facts
Scientific Name: Pseudocheilinus hexataenia Care Level: Easy Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons Diet: Carnivore Temperament: Semi-aggressive Six Line Wrasses are some of the most beautiful

Moorish Idol Care Guide
Common Names: Moorish Idol Scientific Names: Zanclus cornutus Size: 20 – 25 cm max. Minimum Tank Size: 400 liters (excluding filtration)

Top 20 Best Beginner Saltwater Fish
Are you thinking about getting into the saltwater aquarium hobby, but don’t know where to begin? Finding the right fish to start out your tank
Latest Freshwater Aquarium Posts

The Ultimate Betta Fish Care Guide
The first time I laid eyes on a betta was an experience that shaped and changed my life. As a curious young child in awe

Top 15 Best Beginner Freshwater Fish
Getting the best fish for your freshwater aquarium might seem intimidating, but it’s not that difficult. Are you looking to get some fish for your

Butterfly Ram Care Guide
Common Names: Butterfly ram, dwarf cichlid, Scientific Names: Mikrophagus ramirezi, Apistogramma ramirezi, Papilochromis ramirezi Size: 1,5 – 2 inches Minimum Tank Size: 2ft (15 gal)

Guppy Fish Care Guide
Guppyfish are one of the most popular hobbyist fish, and the mascot for the site. Guppies, despite their small size, can tolerate a wide range

Discus Care Guide
Discus Overview Common Names: Discus, Discus Fish, Pampadour Fish Scientific Names: Symphysodon discus Size: 8 – 10 inches Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallon Care or