Kuhli Loach

Pogostemon stellatus

Care profile for Pogostemon stellatus: high light, high CO₂, intermediate difficulty.

Rotala sp. h'ra

A stunning stem plant that develops intense orange-red coloration under high light and CO2. Narrow leaves arranged in whorls create a striking background accent in aquascapes.

Red Root Floater

A floating plant that develops striking red roots and reddish leaf undersides under high light. Provides shade and natural algae control. Breeding ground for fry.

Alternanthera reineckii

Care profile for Alternanthera reineckii: medium-high light, medium CO₂, intermediate difficulty.

Hornwort

Care profile for Hornwort: low light, none CO₂, beginner difficulty.

Cherry Shrimp

The most popular freshwater shrimp — bright red coloration, extremely hardy, and prolific breeder. The gateway species for shrimp keeping. Tolerates a wide range of conditions.

Blue Diamond Shrimp

A selectively bred color morph of Neocaridina davidi with solid, opaque blue coloration. Hardy and easy to breed, making them popular for planted tanks.

Snowball Shrimp

A selectively bred freshwater shrimp with opaque white coloration resembling snowballs. Requires soft, acidic water and pristine conditions for breeding.

Nerite Snail

The best algae-eating snail for aquariums. Cannot reproduce in freshwater, so populations stay stable. Comes in zebra, tiger, and olive patterns. Will lay white eggs on glass.

Internal Filter

Air Pump

CO₂ Regulator Kit

Sponge Filter

Submersible Heater

Low Filter Flow

The filter output weakens, reducing circulation and filtration.

Cloudy Water

Milky or hazy water that never fully clears.

Dropsy

Abdomen swells and scales stand out like a pinecone — usually a bacterial infection.

Fish Hiding or Chronic Stress

Fish hide constantly, refuse food and fade in color.

Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Slime)

Slimy blue-green or dark purple patches with a foul odor.