The Betta fish (Betta splendens) is a type of Gourami that live in the rice patty fields of Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand. While in the wild these subtropical fish live in a extreme variance of temperatures, they do best no lower then 70 degrees. Unlike most fish, the Betta does not breath through their…
The Convict Cichlid (Amatitlania nigrofasciata) is a South American cichlid found in the rivers and streams in the southern edge of Central America near Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras, but have also been observed in well planted lakes. The Convict is characterized by its dark gray to pinkish color and dark vertical stripes that resemble…
The Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) is a tropical marine reef fish from the Pacific and Indian oceans. While the clownfish has been widely available for many decades it became a Celebrity after the release of the Disney movie, Finding Nemo in 2003. Since reaching Celebrity status the Clownfish has become the preeminent saltwater fish to keep…
The Goldfish (Carassius auratus) is a freshwater species originating in east Asia. It was one of the first fish in the world to be domesticated by humans some one thousand years ago. The Goldfish comes in many variety’s due to selective breeding. After centuries of domestication many types have been developed. These fish…
The Fire Goby (Nemateleotris magnifica) or Firefish, is a wonderful addition to any reef aquarium. This small fish, maxing out at three inches, is often seen hovering above the rock work in search of food. They are able to do this due to their swim blatter which allows them to stay hovering in any given…
The Bala Shark (Balantiocheilos melanopterus) also known as the Tricolor Shark, is actually a type of Minnow from the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo. The Tricolor Shark is large growing, obtaining a sizeof at least eight inches in length. Don’t let this size fool you, they are actually one of the most peaceful of the…
The Honey Gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is native to India and Bangladesh. This fish makes a great inhabitant for any planted aquarium.This dwarf gourami only grows to three inches and is peaceful, making them a good choice for a beginner. Honey Gouramis are omnivorous, they will eat a variety of prepared foods such as freeze…
Cold weather is on it’s way, are your fish ready? We have Aqueon Pro heaters to keep your fish nice and warm, along with a full line of test kits to ensure the health of your tank. For those who aren’t quite ready to let go of summer, we have some “Real Reef Rock,” a…
Summertime means more sunlight. With all the fun you will be having, who has time to scrub algae? Save yourself some hassle and invest in these algae-reducing products! Getting ready for that beach vacation? Make sure your fish are well cared for with these automated products!
Rain got you down? Brighten up your tank by spoiling your fish.
