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      • Goldfish
      • Freshwater Shrimp
      • Angel Fish
      • Discus Fish
      • Oscar Fish
      • Cory Catfish
      • Cichlids
      • Rainbowfish
      • Freshwater Snails
      • Freshwater Turtles
      • Plecos
      • Pet Sharks
      • Pet Eels
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Momchil

Momchil Boyanov is the Founder and now Senior Editor of AquAnswers. He has over 13+ years of experience in keeping home aquariums as well as providing professional aquarium services. Momchil has had his fair share of adventures in aquarium care. He has made MANY mistakes throughout his fishkeeping journey and thus learned A LOT. Through Aquanswers, Momchil shares knowledge about freshwater and saltwater aquariums with the people within this community.

False Map Turtle (Graptemys pseudogeographica): A Striking and Active Aquatic Species

Distinguish between a False Map Turtle and Common Map Turtle like an expert, learn maintenance tips from this detailed care guide to enhance your pet turtle’s life. 

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Northern Map Turtle (Graptemys geographica): The Fast-Swimming River Explorer

A closer look at the most common Map Turtle species, including the best care tips for maintaining optimal health in your aquarium. 

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Razorback Musk Turtle (Sternotherus carinatus): A Hardy & Compact Aquatic Pet

Come learn about Razorback Musk Turtle care, habitat preferences, diet requirements, and more tips to keep these small, hardy, yet shy freshwater turtles happy and healthy!

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Common Musk Turtle (Sternotherus odoratus): A Compact and Hardy Pet Turtle

Don’t let the stinky musk odor from Common Musk Turtles discourage you from keeping this turtle. You can build a bond and manage your pet’s odor with essential care practices from this guide. Come learn how!

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 Red-Eared Slider (Trachemys scripta elegans): The Most Popular Pet Turtle Explained 

Get the best care and maintenance tips for keeping the most popular semi-aquatic turtle species, the Red-Eared Slider, in your home aquarium. Come find out why these adorable turtles are so popular!

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Venezuelan Corydoras (Corydoras venezuelanus): A Vibrant Addition to Community Tanks 

Get the best care tips for the distinguished beauty, Venezuelan Corydoras. Come find out why this small bottom-dweller stands out as a centerpiece in a community of vibrant species.  

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Similis Corydoras (Corydoras similis): The Underrated Gem for Your Freshwater Aquarium 

From its black smudge spots to its iridescent blue-green scales, discover the beauty of this rare freshwater Corydoras species, C. Similis, and learn how to care for them in your home aquarium. 

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Innovative Betta Fish Tank Designs to Inspire Your Next Aquarium Setup 

Highlight your beautiful Betta fish’s colors with these themed tank ideas, we’ll cover all of the basics of setting up a unique Betta tank as well as share tips on using modern technology for automated maintenance. 

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Pygmy Corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus): The Tiny Schooling Catfish for Nano Tanks 

Highlighting one of the best tiny fish species for nano tanks, the Pygmy Corydoras, this guide includes special care practices for their optimal living, feeding, and health in a community aquarium. 

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Three Stripe Corydoras (Corydoras trilineatus): The Lively Bottom- Dweller with Intricate Patterns 

Check out the intricate reticulated pattern that distinguishes Three Stripe Corydoras (False Julii Corydoras) from the real Julii Corydoras, including unique insight on its care tips and maximizing its lifespan. 

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