Thursday, April 3, 2014

Licorice Gourami


Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Care Level: Difficult
Temperament: Peaceful
Water Conditions: 74-82° F, KH 0-10, pH 5.6-7.2
Maximum Size: 1.5 in.
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: Not compatible with Goldfish, Koi, Discus, and most Cichlids
Origin: Malaysia and Singapore
Notes: These fish can breathe air, and filter oxygen through their gills. A planted tank is a must when keeping these fish, and if you want to breed them, lots of rocks, and a few caves must be present. These fish are a great addition to an accomplished hobbyist's tank. Feed these fish algae based foods, along with live, frozen, or freeze-dried foods

Picture: http://www.reef2rainforest.com/2012/08/28/licorice-gouramis/
Info:http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=830+882+1003&pcatid=1003

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Sterlet


Minimum Tank Size: 180 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Water Conditions: 52-72° F, KH 10-18, pH 7.5-8.0
Maximum Size: 4 ft.
Diet: Carnivore
Compatibility: Not found :'(
Origin: Not found :'(
Notes: These fish are a fish normally found in lakes and deep rivers, and should be kept in an aquarium where lots of rocks and crevasses are present. These fish can be kept in a large, deep pond. Feed these fish meaty foods, frozen, freeze-dried, or live foods, and pellet food that sinks   

Picture: http://www.hlasek.com/acipenser_ruthenus_hf5908.html
Info: http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=830+836+2533&pcatid=2533

Neon Swordtail


Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Water Conditions: 64-82° F, KH 12-30, pH 7.0-8.3
Maximum Size: 4 in.
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: Not compatible with Goldfish, Koi, Discus, Oscars, and a few species of Cichlids
Origin: U.S.A.
Notes: These fish are live-bearers, and are a close relative of Guppies. These fish are very easy to care for, and are a popular choice for beginners.These fish will eat generic flake food, along with other freez-dried, frozen, or live foods

Picture: http://www.aquariumfish.net/catalog_pages/livebearer_swords/swordtails.htm
Info: http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=830+1102+2746&pcatid=2746