Species

Betta ibanorum

A blackwater mouthbrooder from Borneo that rewards patient, dedicated keepers.

Parachromis motaguensis

A bold Central American predator that holds its own against anything in the tank.

Belontia hasselti

A large, territorial labyrinth fish that rewards patient, experienced keepers.

Helostoma temminkii

The infamous 'kissing fish' hides a complicated personality behind its pucker.

Hemichromis lifalili

A jewel cichlid that transforms into something else entirely when spawning season hits.

Pterois volitans

A venomous reef predator that rules its corner of the tank with quiet authority.

Aristochromis christyi

Lake Malawi's sneaky ambush predator that rolls sideways to fool its prey.

Calloplesiops altivelis

A cave-dwelling mimic that fools predators by impersonating a moray eel.

Aphanius fasciatus

A rare Mediterranean killifish that rewards dedicated keepers with fascinating, constant activity.

Aaptosyax grypus

A rare, river-running predator from the Mekong that grows to epic proportions.

Pseudanthias pleurotaenia

A rare, large anthias that demands respect, and space, in the reef tank.

Ogilbyina novaehollandiae

A vivid reef dweller from the Great Barrier Reef with a bold dual-tone look.

Ctenopoma muriei

A compact African labyrinth fish that punches above its weight in personality.

Aequidens patricki

A rarely traded Peruvian cichlid with a feisty personality and serious collector appeal.

Hydrolycus scomberoides

Vampire-fanged characin that's surprisingly peaceful with fish too big to eat.

Luciocephalus aura

A Sumatran swamp predator that breathes air and strikes with lightning speed.

Rhinecanthus aculeatus

A bold reef rearanger that sleeps on its side and makes noise when startled.

Crenicichla lepidota

A torpedo-shaped predator that brings serious personality to a South American biotope.

Crenicichla lugubris

A deceptively pretty juvenile that grows into a large, predatory tank-buster.

Pseudotropheus socolofi

One of the calmer mbuna, but still needs its own rules respected.

Pygocentrus nattereri

The world's most notorious fish, and surprisingly misunderstood in the wild.

Protomelas taeniolatus

A Lake Malawi rock dweller sold under flashy trade names, worth every bit of the hype.

Crenicichla saxatilis

A torpedo-shaped predator from Suriname's creeks, built to ambush and dominate.

Betta antoni

A soft-water mouthbrooder from Borneo with iridescent blue scales and complex breeding behavior.

Histrio histrio

A master of disguise that drifts the open ocean on floating weed mats.

Lepisosteus oculatus

A living fossil built for ambush, not the average home aquarium.

Pterois miles

A bold, venomous reef predator wearing its warning in every fin.

Clarotes laticeps

A wide-headed African predator that will outgrow most home aquariums.

Boulengerella maculata

A sleek Amazonian predator that rewards careful tank planning with genuine personality.

Trichopodus trichopterus

A tough, adaptable gourami with a personality that can catch you off guard.

Hydrolycus armatus

A river predator with fangs to match its reputation, and size to back it up.

Aphanius villwocki

A rare Turkish killifish with ancient roots and surprisingly active character.

Betta coccina

A blood-red peat swamp betta that demands soft, acidic water and its own space.