Care Guides

The Black Morpho Tetra (Poecilocharax weitzmani) is a rare Amazonian characin known for its deep black body and shimmering blue highlights. Unlike most tetras, this species displays fascinating cave-spawning behavior in which the male guards the eggs inside a small shelter.

The Bahia Black Diamond Tetra (Hyphessobrycon negodagua) is an uncommon tetra from coastal rivers in eastern Brazil. Known for its dark shimmering coloration and peaceful schooling behavior, this species thrives in planted aquariums with soft, slightly acidic water.

Montagu’s Tetra (Hyphessobrycon montagi) is an uncommon Amazonian tetra that thrives in planted aquariums with soft, slightly acidic water. This peaceful schooling fish is a great choice for aquarists who enjoy keeping rare characin species and creating natural South American aquarium setups.

The Katibas Hillstream Loach (Gastromyzon katibasensis) is a unique Bornean stream fish adapted to life in fast-flowing mountain rivers. With its flattened body and suction-like fins, this fascinating species glides across rocks while grazing on algae and biofilm, making it an excellent addition to river-style aquariums.

The Redfin Tiger Loach (Syncrossus berdmorei) is a large, energetic river loach known for its bold tiger striping and distinctive red fins. Native to Southeast Asian river systems, this intelligent and active species thrives in large aquariums with strong filtration, open swimming space, and plenty of hiding places.

The Arrow Loach (Nemacheilus masyai) is a fast-moving stream loach known for its slender arrow-shaped body and energetic personality. Native to Southeast Asian rivers, this fascinating bottom-dweller thrives in aquariums with clean water, moderate current, and plenty of rocks and hiding places.

Garra panitvongi is a recently described Southeast Asian river fish known for its sucker-like mouth and algae-grazing behavior. Native to flowing streams in Thailand, this uncommon garra species thrives in aquariums with strong filtration, rocky substrates, and well-oxygenated water.

The Black Line Torpedo Loach (Nemacheilus longistriatus) is an active stream-dwelling loach known for its slender torpedo-shaped body and bold horizontal stripe. Native to Southeast Asian rivers and streams, this energetic bottom-dweller thrives in aquariums with clean, well-oxygenated water and moderate current.

The Glowlight Danio (Danio choprae) is a brilliantly colored schooling fish known for its glowing orange and gold stripes and energetic swimming behavior. Native to northern Myanmar, this small but vibrant species thrives in planted aquariums and adds constant movement and color to community tanks.

The Pearl Danio (Danio albolineatus) is a hardy and active schooling fish known for its shimmering pearl-like coloration and energetic swimming behavior. Native to Southeast Asia, this adaptable species thrives in planted community aquariums and is a great choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.

The Lake Inle Danio (Inlecypris auropurpureus) is a peaceful and active schooling fish native to Myanmar’s Lake Inle. Known for its subtle purple and gold coloration and constant movement, this hardy species thrives in planted community aquariums with cooler, well-oxygenated water.

The Black Tiger Dario (Dario sp. “Black Tiger”) is a tiny but striking nano predator known for its bold striping and fascinating hunting behavior. This uncommon species thrives in heavily planted aquariums where it can stalk small live and frozen foods among plants and leaf litter. For aquarists interested in unusual microfish, the Black Tiger Dario is a unique and rewarding species to keep.