Catfish

Thinking of setting up a new freshwater aquarium and looking for something different and eye-catching? We’ve got just the thing for you. Meet the glass catfish, a strange and ghostly shoaling catfish that’s almost entirely transparent! That’s right, you can actually see the bones and organs of this fish. Doesn’t get much cooler than that, … 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: as its common name suggests, this species has evolved to survive by resembling a stick.  Keep reading … Read more

The L333 is a very appealing pleco type for many aquarists. Unlike the popular common pleco, this species stays relatively small and is rather docile. When it comes to ‘fancy plecos’, it’s rightly one of the more popular types! Scientific name Hypancistrus sp. Habitat Rio Xingu River, Brazil Size <6 inches Temperament Mostly peaceful, can … Read more

If you’re interested in keeping “suckermouth” catfish (also referred to as “Plecos”) in your aquarium, the adult size of some of the species mentioned in our article on these catfish might seem a little intimidating. But don’t worry: not all Plecos grow into tankbusters. If you can provide an aquarium of 30 gallons or up, … Read more