Did you know there are over 80 different types of tang fish in the ocean? Tangs come in very many different colors & patterns, enough to cover the entire rainbow spectrum and then some. But as attractive as these marine fish are, they can be quite expensive and hard to come by. Maybe you want … Read more
Water mites in your fish tank can be a worrying concern. Or it may be nothing serious at all. It depends on the specific variety of the mite you’re dealing with. One of the first things you should know about these little bugs is that they exist naturally in the aquatic ecosystem. But no aquarist … Read more
Perhaps one day you came across a bristle worm in your fish tank, but without any prior knowledge, you’re now unsure what to do with it. In this article, we’ll go into detail on what bristle worms are, what impacts they can have on your tank, and what you should do about them if you … Read more
The GFP axolotl is among the most fascinating species of axolotls, and that’s not because of how cute they sound or appear but also because of how good they are as pets. They draw a lot of attention because of their unique power to glow in UV light; however, if you wish to have one … Read more
Would you believe us if we tell you that axolotls always stay babies their entire lives? You read that right! They stop developing beyond their larval phase. Despite the fact that they are nearly extinct, they also rank among the most desirable exotic species sold on the market. Those of you who have had an … Read more
The Diamondback Terrapin gets its name from the diamond-shaped growth rings on the back of its shell. The word “terrapin” comes from an Algonquin word for edible turtles that live in brackish water. You can count the age of a terrapin by counting the rings on its scutes. Each scute is unique just like fingerprints … Read more
While many people are familiar with the green moray, moray eels come in a range of sizes, colors, and patterns. The dark green to brown color of the green moray eel comes from a yellowish mucous that covers its blue skin to provide protection from parasites and infectious bacteria. Additionally, they are often camouflaged to … Read more
The rays in this tank are called Cownose rays. Cownose rays are related to sharks and skates. They get their name from their unique forehead, which resembles the nose of a cow. They are brown to olive colored. Their tails can range in length, some can be twice as long as their body. Habitat Cownose … Read more