For such a small, unassuming snail, the Bladder Snail (Physa acuta) brings out a lot of passionate discussion and arguments for and against the aquarist hobby. Are they good to have in a...

One of the most recognizable, spectacular fish species, the Angelfish is indeed a graceful, flowing creature of freshwaters, both wild and captive. Interestingly they belong to the Cichlid family,...

With a name like ‘Firemouth,’ you’re either expecting a fish with a propensity for hot sauce or a fish with a mouth the color of fire. Unsurprisingly it’s the latter! They have a fiery...

The Jack Dempsey Fish (Rocio octofasciata) is from the Cichlid family and is extremely popular among Cichlid enthusiasts. Colorful and vibrant as they age and are conditioned over time,...

When you think about snapping turtles, you probably think of something large, aggressive, and somewhat terrifying if you found one underwater. Truth be told, these freshwater turtles are not...

Many people know that Gastropods make a welcome addition to freshwater tank hobbyists. Mystery Snails (Pomacea bridgesii) are one of the largest readily available for freshwater fish...