Looking for an unusual addition to your saltwater aquarium? You might just have found it! The dogfaced pufferfish (Arothron nigropunctatus) is a pretty funky-looking species. It can make a great choice for the somewhat experienced aquarist who is looking for an underwater pet they can really connect with. Keep reading for everything you need to … Read more
They’re not reef-safe, will happily munch on anything they can get between their powerful teeth, and need a pretty massive aquarium to thrive. Why in the world would anyone want to keep the stars and stripes puffer (Arothron hispidus)? It might be their funky pattern, but more likely it’s down to puffers’ amazing personalities. Highly … Read more
Is the bottom part of your aquarium lacking a bit of life? We’ve just got the fish for you! The diamond goby is a filter-feeding bottom dweller, champion burrower and the ideal janitor to help keep your sand bed sparkly and clean. Keep reading for everything you need to know about diamond goby care and … Read more
The maroon clownfish (Amphiprion biaculeatus) is one of the most popular aquarium fish available, which is not surprising given their spectacular colors. Unfortunately, this species is also a rather bad neighbor, so you need to consider their aggression level before adding one to your tank. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know … Read more
If you’re interested in setting up your first reef aquarium after falling in love with the cheerful ocellaris clownfish, you’re not the only one. These wiggly orange fish are not just fun to look at, they’re also easy to keep and reef safe. No wonder they’re probably the most popular saltwater aquarium fish species out … Read more
We’ve all heard of the yellow tang, but did you know that there are more amazing tang species out there in the aquarium hobby? Let us introduce you to the colorful Desjardini tang (Zebrasoma desjardinii). Not the easiest fish to keep, but definitely an interesting addition whose amazing coloration makes it worth the hassle for … Read more
The aquarium hobby is home to a wealth of different fish species. There are big fish, small fish, colorful fish, bland fish… and then there’s catfish, the strangest of them all. The twig catfish is not an exception in this: as its common name suggests, this species has evolved to survive by resembling a stick. … Read more
Have a large and established marine aquarium on your hands? If you’re looking for an unusual addition, the striking twin-spot goby may be just the fish for you. This sand-sifting goby is a picky eater, but it sure is a fascinating species. Find out everything you need to know about twin-spot goby care and how … Read more
Looking to get into keeping cichlids? Why not start with one of the many colorful dwarf cichlids out there. Apistogramma agassizii (also known as Agassiz’s dwarf cichlid) is a true classic in the aquarium hobby and still a favorite when it comes to South American fish. Because the species is often captive-bred and raised, it’s … Read more
If you spotted the photo at the top of this post and thought “holy carp, why doesn’t everyone keep this gorgeous fish?!”, you’re not the first aquarist to wonder. The flaming prawn goby is a rather divisive species in the reef hobby: it’s one of the most beautiful gobies out there, but also one of … Read more
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