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Similar Species
Similar species would be all akarensis complex members.
Identification ...
Species Maintenance, for Dummies
by Bill Forrest, CAS
Originally published in The Calquarium Volume 41, Number 6.
Aquarticles ...
Typological species A group of organisms in which individuals are members of the species if they sufficiently conform to certain fixed properties.
The habitats and wild populations of many species are disappearing forever. Populations of such easily maintained aquarium species as Skiffia francesae, Cynolebias whitei, and Barbus nigrofasciatus may already be extinct in the wild.
Species of Silver Dollars:
Metynnis altidorsalis
Metynnis argenteus - Silver dollar money
Metynnis fasciatus - Striped silver dollar money
Metynnis guaporensis
Metynnis hypsauchen - Schreitmüller's silver dollar, Striped silver dollar ...
Species Guide
I have taken some different pictures and I decided to change the guide, with help from Micah Gates.
Fish Species Index
The ever-expanding Fish Index has now been re-organised into separate pages for each family, with an A-Z by common or scientific name option.
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Fish Species Compatibility Charts
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Most home aquariums are of the freshwater community aquarium variety, but more adventurous types might opt for a marine aquarium. Here are some common Fish Species for home aquariums.
Molly Species Quick Stats
Food: Plants/Algae, and other type green foods are absolutely necessary for good molly health.
Breeding: Ever hear the term "Just add water and voila!"? That's basically all you need to do to breed a livebearer! ...
Marine Species NOT for the Beginner:
1. Sharks and Rays (Nurse, Leopard, Hornshark, Dogfish, Bluespot Ray, etc.) ...
Rotala species
Contents:
Re:Rotala macandra
by krombhol-at-felix.teclink.net (Paul Krombholz) (Sun, 23 Mar 1997)
Red Plant light requirements.
by krandall-at-world.std.com (Sun, 23 Mar 1997)
R. macrandra light levels
by krandall/world.std.
FISH SPECIES
Click here for a complete list of species profiled on this site. Fish symbols are defined here.
Species Specifics
As you probably already know, there are a great deal of different pufferfish out there. Aquarists have no doubt been confused at one point or another regarding the differentiation between them.
Species needing experienced care and large tanks
Dragonets
Callionymidae ...
A "species tank" is not absolutely restricted to a single species for me. But for me it is restricted to a very small number of different species, each of those occupying different ecological niches.
This species of dwarf cichlid is quite easy to care for. P. pulcher will tolerate a range of water conditions well.
This species is without a doubt...gorgeous! The base color will be green, being darker towards the top of the body. Some oranges and pinks, and sometimes purples may blend into the base color. Each and every scale has a small black dot on it.
Feature Species Profile - The Jewel Cichlid originated from the rivers in Africa in the Zaire region. It is one of the most aggressive tropical fish and is not suited for a community tank.
Anubias species: Anubias are a very popular aquarium plant, primarily because they are very easy to grow, even in conditions of low light. More ...
Tropheus Species
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Tropheus Cichlids and Goby Cichlids Index ...
The only species of fish that some have reported success with is the yellow clown gobies ( Gobiodon okinawae ).
List of species described
Malawi Cichlids
Mbuna (Rock fish)
Cynotilapia afra "mbamba"
Cynotilapia afra "mbweca"
Gephyrochromis acei
Labeotropheus trewavasae Fast Fact Sheet
Labeotropheus fuelleborni - Fast Fact Sheet ...
Freshwater Species Profiles
The Freshwater Species Profiles are sorted in three ways:
Scientific name ...
Freshwater species of Western Ghats facing extinction : IUCN
Freshwater fish are the most threatened group in peninsular India, with more than a third (37 pc) at risk of global extinction.
Protomelas species "Tangerine Tiger"
Origin and locale/variety: Nkhomo Reef--Malawi, Lake Malawi, East Africa
Size: Adults are usually 2.0 to 3.5 inches in aquarium environment.
Tropical Fish Species
This helpful guide will give you the basic and necessary pet fish species descriptions, compatibility and characteristics of some of the more common freshwater fish species that are popular for the tropical aquarium.
Aquatic Plant Species
In this section of the site you'll find information about how to keep a number of aquatic plants in aquariums.
Keystone Fish Species:
Many fish species have been classified as keystone species in smaller bodies of freshwater, such as lakes, ponds and streams, as well as inland seas, and even in rivers.
Aquarium Plant Species Database
Aquatic plants not only makes nice tank decorations, they also help to give your fish a more natural and interesting environment to explore and play in.
Breeding Marine Species in the Home Aquarium
By Ed Katuska
First published in Wet Pet Gazette, Norwalk Aquarium Society
Aquarticles ...
New Dwarf Cichlid Species
Here you will find information about newly discovered, newly described or newly available dwarf cichlids. They are listed chronologically with the most recent first.
Anthias, Psuedoanthias, and associated species, are sub-members of the grouper family, which live in large schools and consist of males living within harems of numerous females.
PetFish.Net Articles And Reviews: Killifish Species Guide
Killifish Species Guide
Killifish Species Profiles ...
Species Information
One of the smaller species of anabantids, they are often mistaken for cichlids. In the tank you should provide a weedy existence much like their habitat in the streams, ponds and rivers of Africa.
SPECIES:
Tea cup rays are really just young unclassified rays. I.e. too small to be formally id'd. The problem with these fish is that they are a lot harder to wean on to frozen and easy to feed foods then larger rays.
Species of Aquarium Fish
Most aquarium fish fit into one of the categories below, but some don't. For the full list please see the alphabetical fish index.
Catfish ...
Species Type: African Cichlids, Lake Tanganyika
Maximum Size: 5 inches
Life Span: 12 years ...
Species
Smallest classification unit used. The group whose members have the greatest mutual resemblance.
Specific Gravity ...
Some species of sea urchins with varying sizes of prickles can be found in marine aquariums.
Starfish ...
The Species
We are primary concerned with two groups of species of bacteria -
Nitrosococcus (Nitrosococcus mobilis related)- This gram-negative bacteria (2 microns in dia.) converts ammonia into nitrite.
Which Species?
To the casual observer, the two species of Archers commonly sold in pet shops appear to be the same fish. Although they have similar needs, one is more aggressive than the other, so it's wise to know which specie you have.
Coral Species Light Requirement Chart
Species Intensity Water Column
SPS Corals
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African Butterfly Fish
(Pantodon buchholzi)
Black Ghost Knifefish
(Apteronotus albifrons) ...
Endemic Species: Species that naturally occurs in only one area or region. For example, the redfin darter is a fish endemic to the rivers of the Ozark forests.
F ...
Related species
There are many other species of Daphnia/Cladoceran to be found throughout the world.
Species information sheet
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Species for the fish and invertebrate aquarium must be chosen carefully.
In species where the color patterns are a special feature, the patterns should conform to the expected "standard".
Unhealthy fish
The best way to avoid buying an unhealthy fish is to recognize the outward signs of illness.
The species is also called monkey fish because it of its ability to jump out of the water and capture its prey. It usually swims near the water surface waiting for potential prey.
The species of Gagata usually imported in the aquarium trade is G. cenia (from northern India). However, the growing number of fish imported from Myanmar (Burma) means that Burmese species such as G. gasawyuh, and more rarely, G.
229 species in 36 families
Average size 3,8cm
The summary contains examples with valid species- and family names, their name in German, typical size, a short description of the carer, a copyright-protected image and a link to further information, ...
The species is also sometimes called Horsetail, a name which is better reserved to the Horsetails of genus Equisetum. These are unrelated to the water plant, though there is some resemblance in appearance.
Shy species can be encouraged to feed when other community residents are more relaxed, such as just after the tank lights have gone out or just before they come on.
This species of Killifish is an annual species. A breeding tank is ideal with a 2-3 inch layer of peat at the bottom. The fish will bury the eggs in the peat. After spawning, remove the peat that contain the eggs and press out any excess water.
Most species of Loricariids are peaceful and participate in very little active swimming, preferring to rest or slowly graze over the aquarium bottom.
many species are salt-tolerant
plants; driftwood; all rocks, gravel, and sand (soluble and non-soluble)
Brackish Fishes
(monos, scats, some puffers, mollies, gobies, etc.) ...
This species of hermit is relatively popular because of its coloration, especially the orange and sky-blue eyestalks. Calcinus laevimanus gets its common name from the black and white pincers, and the white bands on the otherwise darker legs.
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