Tag: Bottom-dwelling Fish

The Yellow Convict Cichlid is a vibrant, territorial fish from Central America. Ideal tank mates include peaceful fish like Neon Tetras. They thrive in pH 6.5-8.5 and live 5-7 years.

Located in the depths of Lake Tanganyika, the Cuckoo Catfish is a unique and fascinating…

The Chocolate Cichlid is a fish that catches the eye. Its deep brown color looks…

This tiny, see-through animal lives at the bottom and loves to eat plant matter and…

Electric Blue Crayfish: vibrant bottom-dwellers. Need hiding spots, clean water. Can be kept with fast fish. Molt every 3-4 months. Omnivorous diet. Great for beginner aquarists.

Golden Mbuna: vibrant Lake Malawi cichlid. Aggressive, needs 55+ gal tank. Omnivore, mainly herbivorous. Lives 8 years, grows to 4″. Best with other mbuna. Mouthbrooder. Challenging for experienced aquarists.

Canary Cichlids: tiny, peaceful Amazonian fish. Yellow with black stripes, 2 inches long. Need 20-30 gallon tanks, soft water, and gentle tankmates. Ideal for planted aquariums and community setups.

Zebra Loaches are fascinating, striped bottom-dwellers that thrive in groups in 30+ gallon tanks with peaceful tank mates, sandy substrate, and hiding spots.

Bluefin Notho Killifish are vibrant, short-lived fish that thrive in well-maintained aquariums with peaceful tankmates, proper diet, and optimal water conditions.

Scarlet Badis (Dario dario) is a small, colorful freshwater fish from South Asia. This care guide covers tank mates, diet, behavior, breeding, and FAQs for a thriving aquarium.

Licorice Gourami (Parosphromenus deissneri) is a unique, peaceful fish from Indonesia that thrives in soft, acidic water and requires specific tank mates and care.

Pygmy Corydoras are charming, peaceful bottom-dwellers that thrive in schools. They are easy to care for and make great additions to planted community tanks.

Panda Dwarf Cichlid (Apistogramma nijsseni): a stunning, peaceful fish with unique coloration. Ideal for planted tanks with compatible tank mates. Moderate care level.

Zebra Loaches are striking, peaceful fish that thrive in groups in well-maintained aquariums with compatible tank mates, varied diet, and ample hiding spots.

Cockatoo Dwarf Cichlids are colorful, peaceful South American fish that thrive in planted tanks with compatible tank mates. They require proper care, diet, and breeding conditions to ensure a healthy and vibrant life.

Red-Tailed Sharks are territorial bottom-dwellers needing 55+ gal tanks, varied diets, and compatible tank mates. They grow to 4-6″, are skilled jumpers, and require regular water changes.