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Sucker Fish: Pictures, Size, Care, Tank Setup & More

Sucker Fish: Pictures, Size, Care, Tank Setup & More

Plecostomus, colloquially known as sucker fish, is a group of fish that are common in freshwater aquariums. While there are notable differences between differe…

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By Brooke Billingsley
How Big Do Shubunkin Goldfish Grow To? Factors, Diet & FAQ

How Big Do Shubunkin Goldfish Grow To? Factors, Diet & FAQ

Goldfish are extremely popular pet fish. There are multiple reasons for this, but the primary reasons are that they are generally inexpensive, hardy, and easy…

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By Brooke Billingsley
How Big Do Gourami Fish Get? Average Size & Growth

How Big Do Gourami Fish Get? Average Size & Growth

There are multiple varieties of Gourami fish that are available in the aquatics market, and although they're generally similar in appearance, they're all eye-c…

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By Brooke Billingsley
How Long Do Dalmatian (Dalmation) Mollies Live? Average Lifespan, Data & Care

How Long Do Dalmatian (Dalmation) Mollies Live? Average Lifespan, Data & Care

Dalmatian Mollies are cute bi-color fish that have the same black and white coloration as a Dalmatian dog. Like the Dalmatian dog breed, the name of these fish…

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By Brooke Billingsley
23 Great Jack Dempsey Cichlid Tank Mates (Compatibility Guide 2026)

23 Great Jack Dempsey Cichlid Tank Mates (Compatibility Guide 2026)

Jack Dempsey cichlids are often considered to be aggressive cichlids that are not great tank mates for just any fish. They are named after the famous boxer of…

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By Brooke Billingsley
Can You Put Two Betta Fish Together? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Tips

Can You Put Two Betta Fish Together? Vet-Verified Facts & Safety Tips

Betta fish are easily one of the most popular pet fish, and it’s easy to see why. They’re beautiful, they exhibit interesting behaviors, come in various fin mo…

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By Brooke Billingsley
10 Best Aquarium Filters 2026 - Top Picks & Reviews

10 Best Aquarium Filters 2026 - Top Picks & Reviews

Reviews are the best way to find the right product without wasting your own time and money. This is especially important when it comes to aquarium filters. It…

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By Brooke Billingsley
10 Types of Freshwater Aquarium Snails (With Info & Pictures)

10 Types of Freshwater Aquarium Snails (With Info & Pictures)

Snails are a common sight in many aquariums, and for good reason. Snails can provide various services within an aquarium, from picking up leftover fish food an…

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By Brooke Billingsley
Do Goldfish Eat Algae? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Do Goldfish Eat Algae? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Algae can be a huge pain in your aquarium. There are multiple types of algae and many of them can be aggressive, taking over all of the surfaces in your aquari…

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By Brooke Billingsley
Eggfish Goldfish: Pictures, Size, Care, Tank Setup & More

Eggfish Goldfish: Pictures, Size, Care, Tank Setup & More

Goldfish may seem like a boring fish that you’ve seen too many times, but the goldfish actually comes in a wide range of interesting varieties. One of those in…

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By Brooke Billingsley