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Clown loaches are definitely on my bucket list of fish to keep because of their playful personalities. Unfortunately, online research only provides high-level care info, so I decided to get the inside scope from Colin Barsby, a Iongtime clown loach owner who keeps them in a lush planted aquarium! Topics include: ▶ How does his personal experiences compare with Google research on clown loaches? ▶ What are the top 6 things only clown loach owners would know? ▶ Given all the pros and cons, does Colin recommend clown loaches? Don't forget to check out... ▶ Our other collab video "How to Care for an Aquarium" ▶ Colin's YouTube channel Question of the Day What’s on your wish list of aquarium fish/pets to keep? Comment below to share your bucket list because I'd love to hear about it. Take time to enjoy your aquariums and I'll see you in the next post! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for practical fish care tips for busy aquarists and follow me on...

Search for the perfect school of nano fish to light up your planted aquarium? Look no further than the green neon tetra, or Paracheirodon simulans! Keep reading to find out how to care for them and what makes them such a popular choice in the aquascaping world. What's the Difference Between Cardinal, Neon, and Green Neon Tetras? You’re right – all of them have a blue horizontal stripe with some red underneath it. Cardinals are the biggest, and in my aquarium, you predominantly saw the red color more than anything. Neon tetras are the cheapest with only half a red stripe. And green neons? Well, they’re the smallest, barely have any red, and aren’t as common as their cousins. So what’s the big deal? I mean, I almost totally passed over them myself if it hadn’t been for my husband (the one with the art degree) convincing me to get them. Cardinal tetras  vs. neon tetras vs. green neon tetras (from left to right) The reason why you’ll often see aquascapers play with green...

Are you looking for a colorful centerpiece fish for a small-or medium-sized community tank? The challenge is finding a bigger fish that won't eat or bully smaller, peaceful nano fish. Betta fish worked well for me in the past, but then I had bad luck with dwarf gouramis and apistogrammas. Surprisingly, the understated honey gourami ended up being the perfect choice for my 20-gallon aquarium! What is a Honey Gourami? Despite having similar common names, the honey gourami (Trichogaster chuna) is not the same thing as the dwarf gourami (Trichogaster lalius). In general, honey gouramis are smaller and more peaceful than dwarf gouramis, only reaching about 2 inches (5 cm) in captivity. Also, because they’re different species, the honey gourami doesn’t appear to carry the dreaded dwarf gourami iridovirus. What Colors Do Honey Gouramis Come In? I've heard there are actually three color types: Wild type: silvery-light yellow with yellow on their finnage Gold/yellow: ...

(Skip to the end to view the 8-minute video of this care guide) Have you kept freshwater fish before but are looking for something a little unusual? Check out the axolotl! This very unique and easy exotic pet lives entirely underwater and will capture your heart like no other. What Is an Axolotl? The axolotl (or Ambystoma mexicanum) is a completely aquatic salamander and never loses those fluffy external gills. It comes from a couple of high altitude freshwater lakes in Mexico, but unfortunately is probably extinct in wild due to human activities. However, because of their amazing regenerative powers, they are highly prolific in scientific research labs and now the pet industry. Most axolotls reach their full size in 1.5 to 2 years, growing to an average length of 9 to 12 inches. I've heard they can get up to 10 years in age. Where Can I Buy an Axolotl? You can find them occasionally in exotic pet or fish stores, but I like to look for reputable breeders on Facebook groups ...