Care Guides

Did you know that the most efficient algae-eating fish for your aquarium is also one of the smallest? And did you know it gets along swimmingly with shrimp? Otocinclus catfish are among the sweetest-tempered and most useful fish in the hobby, but their passive nature also makes them fragile. Below, we’ll discuss why so many […]

Who’s that fish who looks like the neon tetra’s emo cousin? The black neon tetra, of course! If you’re looking for less jewel tones and more visual drama for your (shrimp) tank, this underappreciated little shoaling fish might be just the thing. It’s hassle-free, peaceful, and beginner-proof — what more could we ask for? Find […]

Looking for a peaceful bottom dweller for your (shrimp) aquarium? Cory catfish are a logical choice, and Corydoras aeneus may just be the most logical choice of all. This is THE standard-issue cory: peaceful, hardy, active, available in different color morphs, and just an all-around perfect community fish for beginners and veteran aquarists alike. Why […]

Don’t you just love a fish that ticks all the boxes? The threadfin rainbowfish (Iriatherina werneri) is active, peaceful, shrimp-safe, and gorgeous to look at. And as if that wasn’t enough, it’s unfussy and easy to care for, too! Find out all about keeping this swimming gem in your aquarium. Scientific name Iriatherina werneri Common […]

Looking to add a bristlenose pleco to your tank? Why not make it a leucistic one! The blue eye lemon bristlenose pleco is the same Ancistrus catfish we all know and love, but with a beautiful golden hue and bright blue eyes. Find out about the origins of this striking pleco and how to care […]

Want to dive into the world of Sulawesi shrimp? The Indonesian Sulawesi lakes contain a wealth of fascinating and amazingly colored freshwater shrimp species. None are known to be easy to keep, but one is a little less shy and finicky than the others. Meet the charming blue leg Poso shrimp: challenging, but more than […]

Most shrimp keepers know of them, but few have actually tried to keep them: cardinal shrimp from Sulawesi. This Indonesian island boasts dozens of unique shrimp that can’t be found anywhere else, and this one’s the most popular among shrimp keepers. That doesn’t mean they’re common, though, because they’re finicky and only suitable for shrimpers […]

Are those little sapphires roaming around your aquarium? Nope, just blue dream shrimp. Their spectacular looks have made blue dreams favorites among fishkeepers around the world. And they’re easy to care for, too! Scientific name Neocaridina davidi ‘Blue Dream’ Common names Blue dream shrimp Difficulty level Easy Natural range Eastern China, Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam Blue […]

Looking to add some more life and color to your (shrimp) aquarium? One of our favorite options is the golden rabbit snail of the genus Tylomelania: a real eye-catcher, but easy to care for and also 100% shrimp-safe. Pretty much the ideal aquarium inhabitant! Thinking of adding one or more golden rabbit snails to your […]

Looking for an algae eater for your aquarium? Skip the fish, choose a shrimp! The Amano shrimp is one of the most efficient algae eaters you can add to your tank. This species is 100% beginner-proof, peaceful, and doesn’t require a lot of space. Could it be any more perfect? Keep reading to find out […]