Care Guides

Aequidens diadema (Royal Acara) is a stunning South American cichlid known for its metallic blue spotting, flowing fins, and commanding presence. Learn how to care for this incredible centerpiece fish, including tank setup, diet, behavior, and breeding.

Steatocranus tinanti (Slender Buffalo Cichlid) is a unique African river cichlid known for its rock-hopping behavior, strong personality, and cave spawning habits. Learn how to care for this fascinating species, including tank setup, diet, and breeding.

Trigonostigma heteromorpha (Purple Harlequin Rasbora) is a peaceful schooling fish known for its iconic wedge pattern and rich coloration. Learn how to care for this species, including tank setup, diet, and behavior.

Pantodon buchholzi (African Butterfly Fish) is a unique surface-dwelling predator known for its insect-hunting behavior and wing-like fins. Learn how to care for this species, including tank setup, diet, and tank mates.

Anomalochromis thomasi (Butterfly Cichlid) is a peaceful, community-friendly cichlid known for its subtle coloration and excellent parenting behavior. Learn how to care for this underrated species, including tank setup, diet, and breeding.

Ivanacara adoketa (Zebra Acara) is a stunning but demanding blackwater dwarf cichlid known for its bold striping and intense behavior. Learn how to care for this advanced species, including water chemistry, tank setup, and breeding.

Aequidens superomaculatum (Super Orange Aequidens) is a colorful, medium-sized cichlid known for its bright orange tones and bold spotting. Learn how to care for this standout species, including tank setup, diet, and behavior.

Cleithracara maronii (Keyhole Cichlid) is a peaceful, community-friendly cichlid known for its calm behavior and unique “keyhole” marking. Learn how to care for this underrated species, including tank setup, diet, and breeding.

Brochis arcuata (Skunk Cory) is a popular cory-type fish known for its bold stripe and easy care. Learn how to care for this species, including tank setup, diet, and behavior.

Brochis amandajanea (Amanda Jane Cory) is a newer, less common cory-type fish with a robust body and subtle patterning. Learn how to care for this species, including tank setup, diet, and behavior.

Corydoras cf. semiaquilus (Peru Black Cory) is a darker, wild-looking cory with faint spotting, side blotching, and a distinctive marked dorsal fin. Learn how to care for this uncommon species, including tank setup, diet, and behavior.

Hoplisoma punctatum is a classic spotted cory-type fish known for its clean pattern and easy care. Learn how to care for this species, including tank setup, diet, and behavior.