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Giraffe Catfish Auchenoglanis Occidentalis for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
Common name: Giraffe Catfish
Scientific name: Auchenoglanis Occidentalis
Average Adult Fish Size: 36 inches / 91 cm !!
Place of Origin: Congo River basin predominantly, but it is found all over Africa.
Typical Tank setup: Rocky African biotope with a lot of open space.
Recommended Minimum Aquarium Capacity: 180 gallon / 720 litre
Compatibility: A very docile catfish, but it is best kept with fish that it can’t fit in its’ mouth, which are 8 inches / 20 cm or larger if the Giraffe Cat is full size.
Temperature: 75 – 82 Deg F / 24 – 28 Deg C
Water chemistry: pH 6.5 – 7.8
Feeding: A lot! Omnivorous, and will eat anything from flakes, pellets, and frozen foods when smaller to large pellets, earthworms, and chunks of frozen foods or market shrimp when larger.
Uaru Cichlid Uaru amphiacanthoides for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
The Uaru Cichlid Uaru amphiacanthoides presents one of the most unique body shapes and coloring in cichlid family. Its normal adult coloring is a silvery gray color marked by a single, large dark tear shaped spot in the middle of the body and another at the base of the tail. Juvenile Uaru Cichlids are similar in coloring but will have a general white speckling over most of their body and a golden fringe edging their tear drop spots. These special characteristics will fade as the fish grows older, generally disappearing altogether by the time they are 3-4 inches in length.
In addition to Uaru Cichlid, these fish are also commonly known by the names Chocolate Cichlid, Triangle Cichlid (a homage to the adult's triangle shaped body), and Waroo. This cichlid, described by Heckel in 1840, is one of two recognized Uaru species which share the name "Triangle Cichlid". The other is Uaru fernandezyepezi, which was described by Stanikowski as recently as 1989. While U. amphiacanthoides is an uncommon import, the Uaru fernandezyepezi is an even rarer import and not likely to be available to most hobbyists, thus reducing the confusion caused by their shared common name. .
A moderately large fish, the Uaru Cichlid will reach about 10" in the aquarium. They can be moderate to difficult to care for as they do need a larger tank with good water quality. Softer water is preferred along with moderate or subdued lighting. Water changes need to be performed frequently to keep the nitrate levels low. If water quality is ignored, as with all cichlids, disease and death can occur. Provide a gravel substrate and a decor of rockwork with plenty of caves and hiding places. They enjoy densely planted aquariums and including some floating plants can help to diffuse the lighting.
This intelligent cichlid makes a great pet. They are likened to the Discus and were at one time dubbed "the poor man's discus". Like the Discus, they are a challenging species to maintain and breed. One of the main attractions of this cichlid is when it is spawning. Then this fish really become imposing. The tear drop becomes large and black with just a bit of brown or gray around the edges, and the eyes light up like lanterns becoming bright orangish red. With their typical cichlid nature they come to know and respond to their owner and many owners report they are one of the if not the most intelligent aquarium fish.
Once established in their aquarium they are easy to feed and raise as long as the water is kept very clean. They are not considered a community fish but they can be kept with other easy going Central and South American cichlids. They are a schooling species and should not be kept singly, but rather in groupings of two or more so they develop a social and easy going personality. As long as they are provided plenty of room and appropriate decor, a grouping can work in well in aquariums over 100 gallons.
Red terror cichlid (Cichlasoma festae) for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
Red terror cichlid (Cichlasoma festae)
Red terror cichlid or harlequin cichlid (Cichlasoma festae) is a bright, large and territory dependent fish of Cichlidae family. Often the fish is kept in species tanks due to its temper.
This fish is moderately difficult in terms of keeping. But this is one of the best fishes for those who want
to have extremely clever, large, bright and aggressive fish in a tank.
n the wild red terror cichlid is encountered in waters located in the West of South America from Río Esmeraldas river (Ecuador) to Río Tumbes river basin (Peru). It also can be seen as invading species in Singapore waters.
It likes places with strong water flow and swims in the middle waters closer to the bottom, it hides in dentings and pits under snags where tree branches hang above the water.
The fish feeds mainly near the bottom with crustaceans, small fishes and plant food as well.
Description
Cichlasoma festae males grow up to 50 cm (20 inches) large and the females are up to 30 cm (12 inches) long. The lifespan is about 12-15 years.
German Blue Rams for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
German Blue Ram information
The German blue ram is a colorful and fairly peaceful dwarf cichlid. It is a popular aquarium fish, but is not recommended for beginners.
The scientific name of the German blue ram is Mikrogeophagus ramirezi. It belongs to the subfamily Geophaginae in the cichlid family. The fish is named after Manuel Ramirez, one of the first collectors and importers of German blue ram for the aquarium trade. The species was scientifically described in 1948 by George S. Myers and R. R. Harry, who considered it a part of the genus Apistogramma.
If you read about the German blue ram in older sources, you might find older scientific names such as Apistogramma ramirezi, Microgeophagus ramirezi, Papiliochromis ramirezi, Pseudoapistogramma ramirezi and Pseudogeophagus ramirezi. As you can see, the German blue ram has been moved a lot between various genera.
The German blue ram has been given many different common names in English, many of them alluding to the beautiful coloration of this species or to a specific strain. It is for instance known as Blue Ram, Golden Ram, Butterfly cichlid, and Dwarf butterfly cichlid. The names Ramirez’s dwarf cichlid, Ramirezi, Ram cichlid and Ram are also used.
In Asia, several strains of Mikrogeophagus ramirezi have been developed for the aquarium trade. Aquarists can for instance purchase unusually yellow rams, known as Golden rams or xanthistic rams. Xanthochromism (also called xanthochroism or xanthism) causes animals to be usually yellow due to an excess of yellow pigment, or possibly due to a loss of darker pigments that allows the yellow pigments to dominate the coloration. Asian ram breeders have also developed rams with large, high-bodies and elongated fins. It should be noted that Golden rams and rams with unusual bodies tend to be more sensitive than the normal wild-type German blue ram. Low fertility and poor brood care are also fairly common. Other popular strains include the dark knight ram, the balloon ram, and the electric blue ram.
The German blue ram can become at least 3 years old.
The German blue ram lives in the Orinoco River basin, in Los llanos of Venezuela and Colombia. Los llanos mean “the flat plains” in Spanish and is a large area of tropical grassland plain located east of the Andes in north-western South America. In this area, the water is warm and the temperature will typically stay within the 25.5-29.5 ºC (78-85 ºF) range. The water is soft and acidic with a pH-value around 5.
The sites where German blue rams have been found generally have slow-flowing water. The color of the water can be anything from dark tea-color to completely clear. German blue rams are normally only found where there is plenty of covers consisting of aquatic plants or submerged land vegetation.
Appearance
The male German blue ram can reach exceed 7 cm (2.7 in) in length, while the female fish stays a bit smaller. The German blue ram is rather stocky built and flamboyantly colored. The main body color is yellow-green and decorated with blue dots that extend into the dorsal, anal and caudal fins. You can also see seven faint interrupted dark vertical stripes on the flanks of the fish, and one intense stripe that runs vertically downwards across the head through the eye. Wild German blue rams will normally have more noticeable bars compared to aquarium-bred strains. In specimens with pale bars, the second bar on the flank can look more like a single black spot than one of several bars. The flanks of the German blue ram are grey or blue, while the head and chest are yellow, gold and black with blue shades. There is a red patch on the belly and you can also see a red patch near the eyes. Red and blue dominates the pelvic fins, while the large dorsal fin is yellow with black at the front edge. The upper and lower lobes of the dorsal fin and tail fin are red.
african mixed malawi lake cichlids fish for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
Those looking to add color to an aquarium need look no further than African cichlids.
These are an incredibly diverse group of fish. Each species has its own pattern and coloration, so there is one to suit everybody.
This includes the peacock cichlids which are some of the most colorful fish available.
These fish are generally harder to look after compared to other popular tropical fish. They are bigger and much more aggressive than tetras, guppies and gouramis.
This means that they are best suited to a more experienced fish keeper.
Adding these fish to your tank will brighten it up, as well as keeping it looking active and social.
This complete guide will discuss everything you need to know about African Cichlids, including the most popular types, perfect tank setup, how to care for them and much more…
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Care Level: | Intermediate |
| Temperament: | Aggressive |
| Color Form: | Various |
| Lifespan: | Up to 15 Years (species dependent) |
| Size: | 3-8 inches |
| Diet: | Depends on species |
| Family: | Cichlidae |
| Minimum Tank Size: | 30 Gallons |
| Tank Set-Up: | Freshwater: Rocks and Caves |
| Compatibility: | Depends on species |
Most African cichlids kept in home aquariums are rock-dwellers. In the wild, they’d have little hideaways in the gaps between rocks.
You need to know how to set up your tank like this at home.
The best way to recreate this in an aquarium is to use rocks too. Make sure they’re placed securely so they don’t collapse (you can buy aquarium-safe glue to stick your rocks together).
Since they are known to dig, a fine-grained substrate would be best so that it won’t scratch their scales.
The water in the aquarium should be moving, but the filter outlet will be enough to create a small current.
Species from rivers might appreciate water or an air pump to create a stronger current.
African cichlids need a water temperature of 75-85°F and a pH of 7.8-8.6 should keep most species healthy.
Africa’s great lakes have quite hard water, 4-6 dH, so try not to use soft water in your tank. Moderate lighting is fine for them.
You don’t need any specialist equipment, just a filter, and heater strong enough to work in the right sized tank. The filter should process all of the water in the tank 3-5 times in one hour.
bosemani Rainbow Fish for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
Rainbow Fish Facts
| Average Adult Size | 1 to 6+ inches long, depending on species |
| Average Life Span | depends on species |
| Diet | omnivore |
| Minimum Aquarium Size | 20+ gallons, depending on species |
| Water Temperature: | 72-82°F |
Diet
A well-balanced Rainbow Fish diet consists of:
- Flaked, pellet, frozen or live food.
- Avoid exclusive food which is not nutritionally complete.
Feeding
Things to remember when feeding your Rainbow Fish:
- Depending on species and size, feed small amounts 2-3 times daily, no more than fish can eat in 3-5 minutes.
- Thaw frozen food before feeding.
Housing
- Keep in an appropriate size aquarium; provide plants, rocks, caves and decor for hiding places and plenty of room for movement.
- Stable water quality, water temperature, and pH levels are critical to the health of aquatic life. If you are unsure of your water quality or pH levels,
Characteristics
- Males and mature fish are generally more intensely colored.
- Juveniles of both sexes are often very different in coloring from adults and can appear like separate species.
- Rainbows are very active and require plenty of space.
Habitat Maintenance
- Daily: check filter, water temperature and other equipment.
- Weekly: check water quality at least once a week.
- Monthly: change 10-25% of the total volume of water every 2-4 weeks, or as needed.
- Introduce new inhabitants to the aquarium gradually.
Butterfly loach (Beaufortia kweichowensis) hillstream loach for sale at Joes Aqua World 98-33-89-89-01
Butterfly loach (Beaufortia kweichowensis)
butterfly hillstream loach (Beaufortia kweichowensis) is a small and very unusual fish. If you want to keep it in a tank you’ll have to recreate the conditions like the ones the fish used to have in the wild.
Chinese butterfly loach inhabits in Jiangxi river system (West river), in the South of China, main tributary of Zhu Jiang river (Pearl River). This species was described in the upper part of Guizhou province and it’s widely spread in independent region Guangxi and in Guangdong province.
The fish inhabits mainly in depthless rivers with fast flow and upstreams highly saturated with oxygen, small tributaries of rivers and streams; zones restricted with crests and sometimes with waterfalls.
Pacific blue-eye (Pseudomugil signifer) signifer rainbow for sale at Joes Aqua World 9833898901
The Pacific blue-eye (Pseudomugil signifer) is a species of fish in the subfamily Pseudomugilinae native to eastern Australia. Described by Austrian naturalist Rudolf Kner in 1866, it comprises two subspecies that have been regarded as separate species in the past and may be once again with further study. It is a common fish of rivers and estuaries along the eastern seaboard from Cape York in north Queensland to southern New South Wales, the Burdekin Gap in central-north Queensland dividing the ranges of the two subspecies.
A small silvery fish averaging around 3–3.5 cm (11⁄8–13⁄8 in) in total length, the Pacific blue-eye is recognisable by its blue eye ring and two dorsal fins. It forms loose schools of tens to thousands of individuals. It eats water-borne insects as well as flying insects that land on the water's surface, foraging for them by sight. The Pacific blue-eye adapts readily to captivity.
Pseudomugil signifer is a small, colourful, endemic native fish species inhabiting freshwater streams and estuaries in coastal drainages along much of the east coast of Australia and offshore islands.
galaxy rasbora Celestial pearl danios for sale at Joes Aqua World 9833898901
This miniature cyprinid was first given the scientific name Celestichthys margaritatus, meaning “heavenly fish adorned with pearls”. The genus Celestichthys was created just for them. Over the next few years, they were reclassified as a Danio species and thus renamed Danio margaritatus (source). In the hobby, these fish are generally sold under the names Danio margaritatus, Celestichthys margaritatus, Celestial Pearl Danio, Microrasbora sp. ‘galaxy’, and Galaxy Rasbora.
The common name galaxy rasbora was popularized by those who brought the species to the hobby before it was scientifically classified. Because of its small size, it was thought to be a species of rasbora. They were later classified as a Danio species, but the common name stuck.
Celestial pearl danios are relatively easy to care for and don’t require excessively large tanks. A 10 gallon would work well for a smaller group of 6-10 fish. This makes them ideal for nano setups or for beginner keepers who are looking for something different. While they don’t require a highly specialized setup, they will do best in a planted tank.
Because they prefer to be kept in the low to mid 70s (Fahrenheit), these little stunners can be kept at room temperature and don’t require a heater. While they will tolerate temperatures as low as 65°F all the way up 80°F, I highly suggest keeping them in their preferred temperature range. If your house’s ambient temperature drops below 70°F, I recommend investing in a heater with an adjustable thermostat.
Galaxy rasbora setups require the same basic equipment all other setups do: a tank, lighting, filtration, substrate, décor, water change equipment and monitoring equipment. Because these fish come from ponds with thick vegetation, a planted setup is strongly recommended.
Nerite Snails for sale at Joes Aqua World 9833898901
Although they thrive in both freshwater and salt water, they require salt water to reproduce. Thus, they are quite incapable of overpopulating any freshwater aquarium. Nerite Snails are completely peaceful, and therefore safe to keep with any fish, shrimp, live plants, or other snails.
Nerite snails are one of the best options when trying to keep your tank clean, whether it’s freshwater or saltwater. They spend most of their time moving around the tank, consuming any algae in their path.
Snails are ideal for beginner, as they are likely . They are very easy to care for and have few demands once you’ve added them to your tank
Nerite Snails Are Great Tank Cleaners
Nerite Snails are one of the most popular freshwater aquarium snails these days and are almost always available at local pet stores and chain stores. Nerites are often sold as freshwater aquarium snails, although there are some saltwater varieties as well. Nerite Snails have a reputation for being outstanding tank cleaners and one of the most proficient algae eating snails around. That’s why Nerite Snails are frequently referred as members of an aquarium cleaning crew along with Amano Shrimp. Nerite Snails can be described as being docile, peaceful and tranquil in temperament, and are able to move throughout the tank with ease.
Nerite Snails are one of the most popular freshwater aquarium snails these days and are almost always available at local pet stores and chain stores. Nerites are often sold as freshwater aquarium snails, although there are some saltwater varieties as well. Nerite Snails have a reputation for being outstanding tank cleaners and one of the most proficient algae eating snails around. That’s why Nerite Snails are frequently referred as members of an aquarium cleaning crew along with Amano Shrimp. Nerite Snails can be described as being docile, peaceful and tranquil in temperament, and are able to move throughout the tank with ease.
Apistogramma for sale at Joes Aqua World 9833898901
Apistogramma is a large genus of freshwater fish in the family Cichlidae found in South America, but also commonly kept in aquariums. They are dwarf cichlids that mostly feed on tiny animals and have breeding behaviors that vary depending on the exact species.
These fish grow to be about 3” and 3.5” maximum in size. They originate from South America and the Amazon rainforest. They do require a tank of about 20 gallons or larger. They’re best for a neutral pH water and don’t really require a low pH. The water should be between 72 and 86 degrees. They do prefer planted groupings in the tank, too.
BLACK TIGER BADIS (DARIO SP. “MYANMAR”) for sale at Joes Aqua World 9833898901
The Black Tiger Badis (Dario sp. “Myanmar”), is a nano-sized member of the perch family indigenous to Northern Myanmar. This rare fish displays brilliant red, cream, and black vertical striping with black and blue highlights on the fins of mature males, which are more vibrantly colored than females. As the Black Tiger Badis reaches maturity, males will often display even more intense coloration, especially when competing for the attention of females.
The Black Tiger Badis is a micropredator requiring a diet of meaty foods. Many specimens will not accept dry flake and pellet foods, so live and frozen foods should be regularly offered. In nature, this fish eats various small worms, small crustaceans, insects and insect larvae. In the aquarium, cyclops, glassworms, enriched Artemia, and Daphnia will make an excellent staple diet. Bloodworms and Tubifex worms can be fed on occasion if no other appropriate foods are available, but should generally be avoided since they can lead to obesity problems and disease with badis species.
The aquarium of the Black Tiger Badis should include plenty of plants, rockwork, and driftwood. Plenty of cover is necessary for this species and will ensure the most activity and least stress.
killifish for at joes aqua world 9833898901
A killifish is any of various oviparous (egg-laying) cyprinodontiform fish (including families Aplocheilidae, Cyprinodontidae, Fundulidae, Profundulidae and Valenciidae). All together, there are some 1270 species of killifish, the biggest family being Rivulidae, containing more than 320 species.[1] As an adaptation to living in ephemeral waters, the eggs of most killifish can survive periods of partial dehydration. Many of the species rely on such a diapause, since the eggs would not survive more than a few weeks if entirely submerged in water. Like seeds, the eggs can be sent by mail without water. The adults of some species, such as Kryptolebias marmoratus, can additionally survive out of the water for several weeks.[2] Most killies are small fish, from one to two inches (2.5 to 5 cm), with the largest species growing to just under six inches (15 cm).
The word killifish is of uncertain origin, but is likely to have come from the Dutch kil for a kill (small stream).[3] Although killifish is sometimes used as an English equivalent to the taxonomical term Cyprinodontidae, some species belonging to that family have their own common names, such as the pupfish and the mummichog.
Killifish are found mainly in fresh or brackish waters in the Americas, as far south as Argentina and as far north as southern Ontario. There are also species in southern Europe, in much of Africa as far south as KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, in the Middle East and Asia (as far east as Vietnam), and on several Indian Ocean islands. Killifish are not found in Australia, Antarctica, or northern Europe.
The majority of killifish are found in permanent streams, rivers, and lakes, and live between two and three years. Such killifish are common in the Americas (Cyprinodon, Fundulus and Rivulus) as well as in Africa and Asia (including Aphyosemion, Aplocheilus, Epiplatys, Fundulopanchax and Lacustricola) and southern Europe (Aphanius). Some of these habitats can be rather extreme; the only natural habitat of the Devils Hole pupfish (Cyprinodon diabolis) is Devils Hole: a cavern at least 300 feet (91 m) deep, branching out from a small opening at the surface, approximately 6 feet (1.8 m) by 18 feet (5.5 m) wide.
Some specialized forms live in temporary ponds and flood plains, and typically have a much shorter lifespan. Such species, known as "annuals", live no longer than nine months, and are used as models for studies on aging. Examples include the African genus Nothobranchius and South American genera ranging from the cold water Austrolebias of Argentina and Uruguay to the more tropical Gnatholebias, Pterolebias, Simpsonichthys and Terranatos.
Killifish feed primarily on aquatic arthropods such as insect (mosquito) larvae, aquatic crustaceans and worms. It is reported by the killifish collector Rudolf Koubek that areas in Gabon where the streams lack killifish (due to pollution or other causes) are rife with malaria, which is spread by a mosquito. Some species of Orestias from Lake Titicaca are planktonic filter feeders. Others, such as Cynolebias and Megalebias species and Nothobranchius ocellatus are predatory and feed mainly on other fish. The American Flagfish (Jordanella floridae) feeds heavily on algae and other plant matter as well as aquatic invertebrates. Nothobranchius furzeri needs much food because it grows quickly, so when food supplied is inadequate, bigger fish will eat the smaller fish.[4]
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