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        • For Coral Growth
        • For Plant Growth
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        • Canister
        • For Turtle Tank
        • The Quietest
        • Floss
      • Aquarium Heater
      • Substrate for Planted Tanks
      • Aquarium Plant Fertilizer
      • Aquarium Powerhead
      • Aquarium CO2 Regulator
      • Aquarium UV Sterilizer
      • Aquarium RO DI System
  • Freshwater Aquarium
    • Freshwater Care Overviews
    • Freshwater Fish Ideas
      • Freshwater Fish Guides
      • Best for Beginners
      • Most Colorful Species
      • Species For a Small 5-Gallon Tank
      • Betta Fish
      • Goldfish
      • Freshwater Shrimp
      • Angel Fish
      • Discus Fish
      • Oscar Fish
      • Cory Catfish
      • Cichlids
      • Rainbowfish
      • Freshwater Snails
      • Freshwater Turtles
      • Plecos
      • Pet Eels
      • Pet Sharks
      • Smallest Species
      • Easiest Species To Take Care of
      • Community Species
      • Cold Water Species
      • Species That Eat Snails
      • Hair Algae Eaters
      • Coolest Species
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    • Treating Freshwater Ich
    • Treating Saltwater Ich
    • Nitrate Poisoning
    • Swimming Upside-Down
  • Aquatic Profiles
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    • Betta Fish
    • Cichlids
    • Cory Catfish
    • Discus Fish
    • Freshwater Shrimp
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    • Goldfish
    • Guppies
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Fish Ideas for a Freshwater Aquarium

This category is dedicated to giving you ideas about freshwater fish, sorted in comprehensive lists by type. Here is the ideal place to dig up for inspiration about different tank setups and fish combinations. Learn what fish species go together nicely without compromising your vision of your new aquarium.

Top 10 Most Popular Types of Betta Fish: A Guide to Colorful Personalities and Fins

The vibrant Betta fish comes in different sizes, shapes, and colors. This guide highlights ten popular and rare Bettas worth adding to your tank, including care tips and much more!

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32-Gallon Freshwater Fish Tank Setup: Plants, Decor, & Fish-In Cycling Tips

Follow along as I create a sustainable aquascaped medium-sized freshwater aquarium, including essential equipment, plant recommendations, maintenance and much more, all wrapped up into this comprehensive guide. 

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Dwarf Corydoras (Corydoras hastatus, Corydoras pygmaeus, Corydoras habsorus): The Tiny Bottom-Dweller with a Big Personality 

Discover the differences and similarities between the top three Dwarf Corydoras species. Understand the care tips necessary for keeping these nano freshwater catfish healthy and safe in a community tank. 

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Hillstream Loach: The Graceful River Dweller for Your Aquarium 

Discover the most popular Hillstream Loach species and how you can make them comfortable in your home aquarium while employing them as natural algae cleaners. This article will include the best maintenance, health, tank setup, breeding, and many other tips for your Gastromyzontid.

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12 Types of Freshwater Rainbowfish: A Guide to Colorful Aquatic Gems

Dive into our guide on freshwater Rainbowfish, featuring 12 colorful species. Gain insights into their care and discover which fish will thrive in your aquarium. After reading this guide, you will better understand which fish best suits you and how to care for them.  

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Top 13 Types of Caridina Shrimp: A Guide to Stunning Freshwater Varieties

Unveil the beauty of Caridina shrimp! Our guide details the top 13 types, showcasing their distinct traits and vibrant colors for every aquarist’s delight.

The Caridina Shrimp comes in multiple variations giving them unique qualities despite being the same species. This guide will briefly describe each of these Caridina shrimp and the traits that make them distinctive. 

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14 Types of Corydoras Catfish: A Guide to Hardy and Playful Freshwater Fish

Here’s a list of our 14 expertly selected Corydoras Catfish for your hobbyist delight and viewing pleasure in your home aquarium. This article will introduce each Cory, and link to a more detailed outline of its care.

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Discover 14 Popular Freshwater Snail Species for Your Aquarium

The fascinating story of aquarium snails is as delicious as algae! These multi-purpose misunderstood snails are more than their vibrant, yet unique exterior. They are popular amongst aquarists due to their beneficial and waste-cleaning instinctual nature. 

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Top 15 Stunning Discus Fish Types for Your Aquarium

The striking beauty of the Discus fish makes it one of the most admired and colorful freshwater fish and a top choice for aquarium owners of all ages and regions. They’re commonly found in the Amazon River basin in the Southern American region. 

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13 Stunning Neocaridina Shrimp Varieties to Brighten Your Freshwater Aquarium 

Though Neocaridina shrimp varieties originated from the streams and ponds of Asia, they have become a household name in freshwater aquariums worldwide, thanks to their impeccable color range and patterns that have developed over the years through selective breeding, making them highly sought after. 

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