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We publish a blog post every week on Thursday. We cover a range of topics related to reptiles, fish, bio-active setups, and plants. Below you will find a wealth of information for your reading pleasure. Enjoy!

October Featured Fish: Ember Tetra

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 7th 2021

October Featured Fish: Ember Tetra

October Featured Fish: Ember TetraPhoto by Peter MaguireWant an eye-catching fish that is easy to take care of? The ember tetra is a fish species that is growing in popularity for just those reasons. It’s also quite small, so … read more >
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September Featured Fish: Barbs

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 2nd 2021

September Featured Fish: Barbs

September Featured Fish: BarbsAquarium Co-OpEvery month for many months now, we talk about a particular tropical fish on this blog. My hope is that getting familiar with the fish keeping options will help you make the best ch … read more >
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August Featured Fish: Platies

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 12th 2021

August Featured Fish: Platies

August Featured Fish: PlatiesAqeWe’ve talked about a lot of beginner fish for tropical fish tanks, and platies (pronounced with a short “a”) are one that doesn’t get mentioned as much as others, but they are hardy live bearer … read more >
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July Featured Fish: Rasboras

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 2nd 2021

July Featured Fish: Rasboras

July Featured Fish: Rasboras Rasboras are an excellent fish for beginner aquarists. In fact, they’re related to several other species of easy to care for fish, including danios, goldfish, and barbs. If you haven’t hear … read more >
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June Featured Fish: Glofish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 4th 2021

June Featured Fish: Glofish

June Featured Fish: GlofishWhat is a Glofish?Glofish are fluorescent fish that glow under blacklights or blue lights. When they glow, they display bright, vibrant colors. Their colors can also become more vibrant under bright … read more >
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Betta Peace Lily Tank

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 27th 2021

Betta Peace Lily Tank

Betta Peace Lily Tank MD Fish Tanks Betta fish are a favorite among fish keepers who want only a small tank rather than a large community aquarium. Not only are these fish happy to be the solo ruler of their domain, th … read more >
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What Kind of Lights Do Fish Need?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 20th 2021

What Kind of Lights Do Fish Need?

What Kind of Lights Do Fish Need?You may have seen various aquarium lights available at the tropical fish store and wondered which lights, if any, your fish need. The answer depends upon whether you have live plants in your t … read more >
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May Featured Fish: Danios

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 13th 2021

May Featured Fish: Danios

May Featured Fish: DaniosThis month’s featured fish is a fairly popular sight in tropical fish tanks. Danios come in several different species, and they’re also one of the main types of fish modified to become Glofish. Danios … read more >
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April Featured Fish: Goldfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 8th 2021

April Featured Fish: Goldfish

April Featured Fish: GoldfishThis month, let’s talk about goldfish. They’re an iconic pet fish. Many people have brought home a goldfish at some point in their lives, and there’s a good reason. These freshwater fish tend to b … read more >
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​Are My Fish Happy?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 2nd 2021

​Are My Fish Happy?

Are My Fish Happy?Fish can be harder to read than a pet like, say, a dog. Dogs run up to you and wag their tails when they’re happy. They respond to people in ways we tend to understand. Fish, however, don’t really smile or w … read more >
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March Featured Fish: Cory Catfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 11th 2021

March Featured Fish: Cory Catfish

March Featured Fish: Cory CatfishPhoto courtesy of Daniel McDermottThis month’s featured fish is the cory catfish, also known as corydora or just the cory. Cory catfish is a genus that includes over one hundred individual cor … read more >
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