All about the care, behavior, and tank needs of the Red-tailed Black Shark, a bold, fast-moving freshwater fish with a personality as fiery as its tail.
Aquatic Profiles
Welcome to our Aquatic Profiles category, your ultimate guide to both aquatic plants and animals! Dive into a world of fascinating biodiversity as we explore the diverse array of flora and fauna that inhabit aquariums. From lush greenery to graceful fish, from vibrant invertebrates to intricate ecosystems, our Aquatic Profiles offer valuable insights into the care, behavior, and compatibility of various aquatic species.
Whether you’re a beginner seeking to create your first underwater oasis or an experienced hobbyist looking to expand your aquatic collection, our comprehensive profiles provide the information you need to build and maintain a thriving aquatic environment.
Harlequin Shark (Labeo cyclorhynchus): A Strikingly Patterned Bottom Dweller with an Edge
Pink-Tailed Chalceus (Chalceus spp.): A Fast-Moving Flash of Silver and Pink
The rare fast-swimming Pink-Tailed Chalceus fish is gaining popularity in the aquarium space. These essential maintenance practices for this variant of the Chalceus spp. will get help you get started!
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Bala Shark (Balantiocheilos melanopterus): A Peaceful Giant for Spacious Aquariums
The shiny silver and black Bala Shark is a worthy centerpiece for your large aquarium. This guide contains a comprehensive overview on keeping this species from tank setup and feeding to health care and breeding.
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Roseline Torpedo Shark (Sahyadria denisonii): A Peaceful Streamlined Beauty for Freshwater Tanks
Come check out the secret to preserving the endangered Roseline Torpedo Barb fish species in a community aquarium. This guide provides feeding, environmental, and many other care tips for a long and healthy life.
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Rainbow Shark (Epalzeorhynchos frenatum): A Flash of Color with an Edge
Insightful care guide to help you keep the semi-aggressive Rainbow Shark in a community or solo tank, including identification, feeding, breeding and much more!
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Similis Cichlid (Neolamprologus similis): A Territorial Shelldweller with Striking Stripes
The territorial shell dwellers, Similis Cichlid, are a fun, small cichlid species to keep in your aquarium. Come find out about how to keep these unique fish from identification and habitat setup to breeding and healthcare needs.
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Stripe-necked Musk Turtle (Sternotherus minor peltifer): Compact, Hardy, and Full of Character
Looking for a small, low-maintenance turtle? The Stripe-Necked Musk Turtle is perfect if you have a small setup or a special love for aquatic reptiles.
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Chinese Softshell Turtle (Pelodiscus sinensis): A Fast, Flexible Aquatic Predator
Come learn about the unique world of the Chinese Softshell Turtle! Everything from how to care for, feed, and house to breeding and providing health care for this quirky aquatic reptile in a home setup.
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Western Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta bellii): A Vibrant and Hardy Aquatic Species
The Western Painted Turtle is a subspecies of Painted Turtle that is perfect for aquarists of all levels. The expert tips in this guide prepares you to keep Western Painted Turtles in a home aquarium or outdoor pond, Including identification, tank setup, healthcare, breeding instructions, and much more!
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