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The Real Truth About Glofish Care (From An Expert Aquarist)

Have you ever seen those brightly colored, almost glowing fish in aquariums and wondered what they are? Meet Glofish, a genetically modified freshwater species that has taken the aquarium hobby by storm. These unique fish not only bring a splash of vibrant color to your tank but also offer an interesting story behind their creation. In this blog post, we’ll explore the fascinating world of Glofish and guide you through the essential aspects of their care and maintenance.

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15 Aquarium Fish That Start With M (With Photos)

by Mark Valderrama

The letter M might contain one of the fish you’re looking for! You might find it slightly challenging to think of any tropical fish species that start with the letter M, and that’s for a reason. While many fish start with M, they’re some of the lesser-known species available in the hobby. That isn’t to say they can’t make a great new addition to a freshwater or saltwater aquarium, though!

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15 Aquarium Fish That Start With B (With Photos)

by Mark Valderrama

From prehistoric dinosaur-like fish that can walk on land to confirmed man-eaters, there’s no shortage of fascinating fish with names that start with B. In this post, we’ll be introducing thirty amazing fish that start with b, including 15 awesome species that you can keep in your own aquarium.

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15 Fish That Start With P (For Aquariums

by Mark Valderrama

P is a great letter for tropical fish! Many of the most colorful yet hardiest species start with P, so you might not make it to Q too fast–which trust us, doesn’t provide nearly as many options. Here are some of the best fish that start with the letter P as well as some of the less common species available.

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15 Aquarium Fish That Start With S (And 15 Others You Can’t Keep)

by Mark Valderrama

From Siamese fighting fish to salmon sharks, this post is all about fish that start with S! Read along to learn about 30 species, including some awesome fresh and saltwater fish that you can keep in your own aquarium.

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The Top 21 Discus Fish Types (With Pictures)

by Mark Valderrama

The discus fish is one of the world’s most sought-after freshwater aquarium species and they are often referred to as the king of aquarium fish. These cichlids have been bred into a multitude of amazing colors and patterns. Some you can find at your local fish store, but others are rare and valuable.

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15 Fish With Big Lips (With Photos)

by Mark Valderrama

Look at any cartoon or animation of a fish and you’ll notice that it has large lips. While this design is mostly for making the fish seem more human for entertainment, there is a lot of science behind the evolution of fish lips. In fact, the shape, size, and movement of fish lips can tell a lot about the overall habits of the species.

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Deep Sea Fish – 15 Of the Most Ununusal

by Mark Valderrama

The deep ocean is vast and otherworldly with new discoveries being made daily. Life had to adapt to extreme pressure, temperature, and lack of sunlight, which has led to some incredible organisms, including bacteria, fish, and a plethora of invertebrates.

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Centerpiece Fish – For Every Tank Size – (21+ Included)!

by Mark Valderrama

Are you looking for a showstopping centerpiece fish to add to your community aquarium? Well, you’ve come to the right place! This article introduces over 20 stunning centerpiece fish for your freshwater aquarium.

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Best Fish For 20 Gallon Tank – 21 Great Choices (With Pictures!)

by Mark Valderrama

Are you setting up a 20-gallon tank for freshwater fish? Congratulations, you’ve chosen a great fish tank size! However, it can take ages of research to choose the right fish species with so many beautiful options available in the hobby. Fear not fellow fishkeepers, this guide introduces 21 amazing freshwater fish that are perfect. Let’s go over the 21 Best Fish For 20 Gallon Tanks!

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Fish With Legs: 15 Walking on the Wild Side of Underwater Life!

by Mark Valderrama

Did you know that fish can walk? Sure, most fish flap around like a fish out of water when they are, um, out of water, but some species do just fine on hard surfaces! In this post, we’ll meet 15 strange and unusual walking fish species.

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35 Types Of Goldfish (With Pictures!)

by Mark Valderrama

Goldfish are probably the world’s most popular freshwater aquarium fish, and with over 200 recognized types of goldfish, there’s a breed for everyone!

Read along as we introduce 35 awesome goldfish breeds that you can keep in your aquarium!

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