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Fish Profiles | Whiptail Catfish

AlgaeMay 12, 2025

These catfish originate from South American streams and thrive in well-maintained aquariums with plenty of hiding spots, such as driftwood, plants, and caves. They prefer dim lighting and gentle water movement. Their diet consists of algae wafers, catfish pellets, frozen foods, and vegetable matter like cucumber or kale.

Fish Profiles: Reed Fish

BlackwaterAug 21, 2024

Caution will need to be taken with Reedfish as they are prolific escapers. Any gaps in the lid or openings in the fish tank are likely to be used as an escape route for your reed fish, so they will need to be covered or you may return home to find it wandering the house like a snake

What is a Blackwater Aquarium?

AquariumsJul 09, 2024

While many brackish aquariums do give the appearance of a blackwater habitat, the phrase 'blackwater' simply refers to a type of freshwater aquarium that is characterized by its tinted, tea-colored water.

Classifying Fishes: Order Perciformes

AngelfishAug 29, 2023

The order Perciformes contains the cichlids and the anabantoids. The anabantoids contains all gourami's and Siamese fighting fish. Among the well-known members of this group are also perch and darters (Percidae), sea bass and groupers.

OATA Care Guide: Morays, Groupers & Triggerfish

Care SheetsMay 27, 2022

OATA produce a good range of free care sheets for coldwater, tropical freshwater and marine fish as well as for invertebrates, aquatic reptiles and plants. This is a group of fish for the more adventurous and experienced marine enthusiast. This includes the Moray eels, Groupers and Triggerfish.