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  • Farlowella cf. platorynchus

    Farlowella cf. platorynchus

    $34.99

    A unique suckermouth catfish that truly lives up to its common name, the Stick Catfish or Common Farlowella is an algae and biofilm grazing species found throughout much of South America. In the wild, their twig-like appearance is effective camouflage against predators and allows them to graze on sunken tree branches and driftwood. In the aquarium, they are usually active and outgoing algae grazers that do a great job with diatoms and hair algae both on the glass and on decor. Safe for planted aquaria, they are compatible with nearly any tankmates. When kept in optimal conditions, this species will spawn readily in the aquarium, often on the glass or other vertical flat surfaces.

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  • Slate Pleco (Pseudancistrus genisetiger)

    Slate Pleco (Pseudancistrus genisetiger)

    $69.99

    An attractive, smaller sized pleco found in the waters of Brazil’s Rio Jaguaribe, the Slate Pleco (Pseudancistrus genisetiger) is a uncommon in the aquarium hobby. In nature, the species is largely herbivorous, feeding on algae mats, terrestrial and aquatic plants, and biofilms, but as with most herbivorous plecos they take in plenty of insect larvae, crustaceans, and other protein sources. A varied diet including plenty of vegetable matter will ensure this species thrives long-term. The genus Pseudancistrus is often known as “bearded plecos” as males will develop impressive rigid bristles around the outer rim of their snouts.

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  • Red Racer Nerite Snail (Vittina waigiensis)

    Red Racer Nerite Snail (Vittina waigiensis)

    $5.99

    The Red Racer Nerite Snail (Vittina waigiensis) is a small, ornately patterned snail found in a wide range of brackish to pure freshwater habitats. Like most Nerite snails, they are extremely popular in the aquarium hobby due to their voracious appetite for nuisance algae, including diatoms and filamentous algae. They are plant safe and great addition to any freshwater or brackish aquarium, paludarium, or aquascaped/planted tank. These snails can not reproduce successfully without brackish water and therefore will not overpopulate the aquarium.

  • White Hercules Snail (Brotia herculea)

    White Hercules Snail (Brotia herculea)

    $9.99

    The White Hercules Snail (Brotia herculea), is an interesting species of freshwater livebearing snail like other members of the Brotia and Tylomelania genus. While they are not plant-safe, there voracious algae eaters sure to help keep things clean. Their unique white shell is a standout in the aquarium..

  • Pagoda Snail (Brotia pagodula)

    Pagoda Snail (Brotia pagodula)

    $5.99

    The Pagoda Snail (Brotia pagodula), is a large growing freshwater snail from the Thoungyin River in Thailand. The distinct spiny protrusions on its shell makes it a popular addition to aquariums as an algae eater and detrivore. They are not considered to be plant-safe. Maintenance of higher KH and GH levels will aid in keeping the shell in top shape.

  • Mystery Snail (Pomacea Bridgesii)

    Assorted Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii)

    $3.99

    Mystery Snails (Pomacea bridgesii), also known as spike-topped apple snails, are not only active algae eaters, but also come in a variety of colors! These snails are plant-safe and grow up to 2 inches, making them compatible in most freshwater aquariums. While originally from South America, these snails are now popularly aquacultured. Mystery snails are famous for their round, smooth, brightly colored shells and iridescent bodies.

  • King Koopa Nerite Snail (Neritina juttingae)

    King Koopa Nerite Snail (Neritina juttingae)

    $3.99

    The King Koopa Nerite Snail (Neritina juttingae) is a small, spikey shelled member of the genus Neritina found in a wide range of brackish to pure freshwater habitats in Thailand, Malaysia, and the Indo-Pacific. Like most Nerite snails, they are extremely popular in the aquarium hobby due to their voracious appetite for nuisance algae, including diatoms and filamentous algae. They are plant safe and great addition to any freshwater aquarium, paludarium, or aquascaped/planted tank. These snails can not reproduce successfully without brackish water and therefore will not overpopulate the aquarium.

  • Batman Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.)

    Batman Nerite Snail (Neritina sp.)

    $2.99

    The Batman Nerite Snail is a uniquely shaped snail in the genus Neritina which is found in a wide range of brackish to pure freshwater habitats in Indonesia and the Indo-Pacific. Like most Nerite snails, they are extremely popular in the aquarium hobby due to their voracious appetite for nuisance algae, including diatoms and filamentous algae. They are plant safe and great addition to any freshwater aquarium, paludarium, or aquascaped/planted tank. These snails can not reproduce successfully without brackish water and therefore will not overpopulate the aquarium.

  • White Spotted Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania sp.)

    White Spotted Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania sp.)

    $9.99

    A unique species of the so-called Rabbit Snails native to Sulawesi, the White Spotted Rabbit snail is found in the rivers and creeks surrounding lake Poso. An omnivore that primarily grazes on algae and biofilm in the wild, they will readily accept a variety of prepared foods in the aquarium. Their native habitat is characterized by warm, clear, slightly hard water and they will do best when kept in similar conditions. Like all members of the genus Tylomelania, these snails reproduce slowly, producing only a few eggs at a time which hatch quickly into fully-formed baby snails.

  • Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish (Rineloricaria sp. L010a)

    Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish (Rineloricaria sp. L010a)

    Price range: $15.99 through $22.99

    A colorful and unique smaller Loricariid, the Red Lizard Catfish or Red Lizard Whiptail likely originates from a wild fish found in the lower Amazon in Brazil but has been line bred for their vivid red coloration. With their small adult size, peaceful nature, and utility as a nuisance algae eater, this species is an ideal addition to most medium to large community aquariums. In the wild, they are usually found on and around driftwood piles and will benefit from driftwood as well as live or artificial plants to provide cover. They should be fed regularly with a sinking herbivore diet or fresh veggies and will supplement this diet by grazing on nuisance algae on glass and decor in the aquarium.

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  • Black Devil Snail (Faunus ater)

    Black Devil Snail (Faunus ater)

    $4.99

    A  unique snail native to the fresh and brackish waters of the Indo-Pacific, the Black Devil Snail (Faunus ater) is an adaptable and hardy aquarium scavenger. An omnivore that primarily grazes on algae and biofilm in the wild, they will readily accept a variety of prepared foods in the aquarium. These snails will not reproduce in freshwater.

  • Horned Nerite Snail (Clithon cf. diadema)

    Horned Nerite Snail (Clithon cf. diadema)

    $3.49

    The Horned or Thorny Nerite Snail is a unique, smaller species of snail named for its numerous points or horns extending from their shells. Like most Nerites, they are found in a wide range of brackish to pure freshwater habitats in Indonesia and the Indo-Pacific. This is one of the smaller Nerites and are extremely popular in the aquarium hobby due to their voracious appetite for nuisance algae, including diatoms and filamentous algae. Plant safe and great addition to any freshwater aquarium, paludarium, or aquascaped/planted tank, these snails can not reproduce successfully without brackish water and therefore will not overpopulate the aquarium.

  • Orange Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania gemmifera 'orange')

    Orange Rabbit Snail (Tylomelania gemmifera ‘orange’)

    $9.99

    One of the most colorful of the many varieties of so-called Rabbit Snails native to Sulawesi, the Orange Rabbit snail is found in the warm shoreline regions of lake Poso. An omnivore that primarily grazes on algae and biofilm in the wild, they will readily accept a variety of prepared foods in the aquarium. Their native habitat is characterized by warm, clear, slightly hard water and they will do best when kept in similar conditions. Like all members of the genus Tylomelania, these snails reproduce slowly, producing only a few eggs at a time which hatch quickly into fully-formed baby snails.

  • Japanese Trapdoor Snail (Viviparus malleattus)

    Japanese Trapdoor Snail (Viviparus malleattus)

    $4.99

    The Japanese Trapdoor Snail (Viviparus malleattus) is an insatiable scavenger, sure to help keep algae at bay. These snails have a charismatic large whorl to their shell, varying in color anywhere from dark olive green to light tans. Snacking on fallen organic matter, they are notably hardy and can thrive in a variety of water conditions.

  • LDA031 Mustard Spot Pleco (Panaqolus albomaculatus)

    LDA031 Mustard Spot Pleco (Panaqolus albomaculatus)

    Price range: $29.99 through $49.99

    A medium sized and colorfully patterned wood eating pleco, the Mustard Spot or LDA031 Pleco features the distinctive lyretail common to members of the genus Panaqolus. Found in middle Amazon tributaries in Peru, Ecuador, and Southern Colombia, these fish inhabit driftwood piles in clear, relatively fast-moving waters. In the aquarium they are hardy and not typically shy, making them a great centerpiece pleco for a medium sized tank.

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  • Blue Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon cf. atropurpureus)

    Blue Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon cf. atropurpureus)

    $14.99

    A very colorful of freshwater goby in the genus Stiphodon, the Blue Stiphodon Goby originates from fast moving rocky streams. In the wild, it lives in small groups where individual fish stake out their own territories among the rocks. They feed on algae growth and biofilms in the wild and in the aquarium should be fed algae or vegetable based sinking foods (gel diets are ideal). They require clean, well-oxygenated water with some current and will do best at slightly cooler temperatures than most tropical fish (74-76F).

  • L129 Colombian Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus debilittera)

    L129 Colombian Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus debilittera)

    $21.99

    A strikingly patterned, small growing species of Hypancistrus from the warm, acidic waters of the Rio Orinoco and its tributaries in Colombia, the L129 Colombian Zebra or False Zebra Pleco is an ideal species for the small to medium community aquarium. Although normally shy at first, they will become more comfortable spending time out in the open over time and especially when food is added to the tank. Like most of their close relatives, the L129 is not a particularly good algae eater and prefers a more protein rich diet than some plecos. Peaceful toward nearly all tankmates, they can be territorial towards other plecos but will typically coexist without problems long as plenty of cover is provided in the aquarium.

  • Rubber Pleco (Chaetostoma cf. formosae)

    Rubber Pleco (Chaetostoma cf. formosae)

    Price range: $7.99 through $9.99

    Found in the fast-flowing, clear waters of Colombia’s Rio Meta and its tributaries, the Rubber Pleco is a hardy, popular species and among the most effective plecos for diatom and other algae control in the aquarium. In the wild, they are commonly found in rocky, shallow water areas and should be provided plenty of cover in the aquarium. They are enthusiastic feeders and will readily accept fresh veggies, Repashy gel diet, and other prepared foods designed for herbivores and algae grazers.

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  • Longfin Green Dragon Ancistrus (Ancistrus sp.)

    Longfin Green Dragon Ancistrus (Ancistrus sp.)

    Price range: $44.99 through $149.99

    A recently developed and sought after strain of the popular Bristlenose Pleco, the Longfin Green Dragon Ancistrus displays unmistakable greenish coloration paired with extremely long, flowing fins. Like all Bristlenose Plecos, they are exceptional algae eaters, grazing on diatoms and other nuisance algae in the aquarium. They are also plant and invertebrate safe, making them a unique and colorful addition to planted or aquascaped tanks.

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  • Zebra Nerite Snail (Neritina natalensis)

    Zebra Nerite Snail (Neritina natalensis)

    $3.49

    The Zebra Nerite Snail is an ornately patterned species of snail known for their voracious appetites for nuisance algae in the aquarium.  They are plant safe and a great addition to any freshwater aquarium without snail predators.  The can not reproduce successfully without brackish water and therefore will not overpopulate the aquarium.

  • Sale! Silver Garra (Garra gotyla)

    Silver Garra (Garra cf. gotyla)

    Original price was: $7.99.Current price is: $6.99.

    The Silver Garra or Sucker Head (Garra cf. gotyla) is found in watersheds throughout India. A hardy, loosely schooling species, the Silver Garra makes an excellent algae eater and grazer but should be provided with a varied diet including plenty of protein. A social species, they will do best in groups of 3-5 or more.

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  • L136 Demini Angelicus Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L136)

    L136 Demini Angelicus Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L136)

    $69.99

    A smaller growing spotted species of Hypancistrus known from the Rio Negro and its tributaries, the L136 Demini Angelicus Pleco (Hypancistrus sp. L136) is an ideal pleco for the small to medium community aquarium. Although normally shy at first, they will become more comfortable spending time out in the open over time and especially when food is added to the tank. Like most of their close relatives in the genus Hypancistrus, the L136 is not a particularly good algae eater and prefers a more protein rich diet than some plecos. Peaceful toward nearly all tankmates, they can be territorial towards other plecos but will typically coexist without problems long as plenty of cover is provided in the aquarium.

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  • L182 Starry Night Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus punctatus)

    L182 Starry Night Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus punctatus)

    $44.99

    A beautiful and sought after member of the genus Ancistrus found in Brazil’s Rio Negro, the L182 Starlight or L182 Starry Night Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus punctatus) inhabits warm, acidic, tannin-stained waters where it is typically found grazing on submerged driftwood or fallen branches. In the aquarium, they are hardy and adaptable but should be provided with plenty of cover and driftwood for grazing on. Like all Bristlenose or Bushynose plecos in the genus, both males and females display bristles or tentacles along the nose as adults, with mature males having much more elaborate growth.

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  • Farlowella sp. 'Rio Blanco Peru'

    Farlowella sp. ‘Rio Blanco Peru’

    $44.99

    A unique suckermouth catfish that truly lives up to its common name, the Stick Catfish or Common Farlowella is an algae and biofilm grazing species found throughout much of South America. In the wild, their twig-like appearance is effective camouflage against predators and allows them to graze on sunken tree branches and driftwood. In the aquarium, they are usually active and outgoing algae grazers that do a great job with diatoms and hair algae both on the glass and on decor. Safe for planted aquaria, they are compatible with nearly any tankmates. When kept in optimal conditions, this species will spawn readily in the aquarium, often on the glass or other vertical flat surfaces.

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  • Golden Red Neon Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon rutilaureus)

    Golden Red Neon Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon rutilaureus)

    $29.99

    A unique freshwater goby in the genus Stiphodon, the Golden Red Neon Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon rutilaureus) originates from fast moving rocky streams. In the wild, it lives in small groups where individual fish stake out their own territories among the rocks. They feed on algae growth and biofilms in the wild and in the aquarium should be fed algae or vegetable based sinking foods (gel diets are ideal). They require clean, well-oxygenated water with some current and will do best at slightly cooler temperatures than most tropical fish (74-76F).

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