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  • Panda Garra (Garra flavatra)

    Panda Garra (Garra flavatra)

    Price range: $9.99 through $12.99

    A popular and attractive scavenger and grazer, the Panda or Butterfly Garra originates from rocky streams in Western Myanmar, where it is found in loose aggregations. Wild specimens are almost never exported, and the species has been commercially bred for the aquarium trade for year. In the aquarium, they are an active fish and useful grazer that will readily eat diatom and other forms of nuisance algae. Hardy and adaptable, they are best kept in a group of 3-5 specimens.

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  • 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).

  • Golden Black Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon aureofuscus)

    Golden Black Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon aureofuscus)

    $29.99

    A unique freshwater goby in the genus Stiphodon, the Golden Black Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon aureofuscus) 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).

  • Purple Fin Hillstream Loach (Pseudogastromyzon laticeps)

    Purple Fin Hillstream Loach (Pseudogastromyzon cf. laticeps)

    $29.99

    The Purple Fin Hillstream Loach (Labigastromyzon cf. laticeps) is native to China. Like many of their close relatives, this species is perfectly adapted for life in fast moving waters, with their modified pectoral and anal fins forming something of a natural suction cup. This unique adaptation allows them to not only attach firmly to surfaces but also to move forward against strong current and climb up sheer rock faces and waterfalls. They will do best in an aquarium with slightly cooler, well-oxygenated water with moderate to strong current. They will readily feed on biofilms, algae, and certain prepared foods like Repashy Gel Diet. A social and outgoing species, they will thrive in groups of 5 or more and have been successfully bred in the aquarium.

  • Yellow Fin Hillstream Loach (Labigastromyzon cf. fangi)

    Yellow Fin Hillstream Loach (Labigastromyzon cf. fangi)

    $19.99

    The Yellow Fin Hillstream Loach (Labigastromyzon cf. fangi) is native to China. It was revised from Pseudogastromyzon fangi to the genus Labigastromyzon in 2023. Like many of their close relatives, this species is perfectly adapted for life in fast moving waters, with their modified pectoral and anal fins forming something of a natural suction cup. This unique adaptation allows them to not only attach firmly to surfaces but also to move forward against strong current and climb up sheer rock faces and waterfalls. They will do best in an aquarium with slightly cooler, well-oxygenated water with moderate to strong current. They will readily feed on biofilms, algae, and certain prepared foods like Repashy Gel Diet. A social and outgoing species, they will thrive in groups of 5 or more and have been successfully bred in the aquarium.

  • L199 Yellowhead Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus Furunculus)

    L199 Yellowhead Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus furunculus)

    Price range: $29.99 through $39.99

    A strikingly patterned, small growing species of Hypancistrus from the warm, acidic waters of the Rio Orinoco and its tributaries in Colombia, the L199 Yellowhead Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus furunculus) is an ideal species for a medium sized 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, they are not a particularly good algae eater and prefer 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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  • Red Lipstick Goby (Sicyopus rubicundus)

    Red Lipstick Goby (Sicyopus rubicundus)

    $12.99

    The Red Lipstick Goby (Sicyopus rubicundus), is a freshwater species native to the islands of the Indo-Pacific. They are uncommon in the aquarium hobby, adding to their allure as a unique, sought-after fish. They inhabit clear, well oxygenated, rocky streams and feed on biofilms off the rocks. These peaceful gobies make great tankmates in a mellow community tank. When kept in groups, they will also exhibit interesting behaviors such as courtship behaviors and females congregation!

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  • O-Ring Nerite Snail (Neritodryas javanica)

    O-Ring Nerite Snail (Neritodryas javanica)

    $3.49

    The O-Ring Nerite Snail (Neritodryas javanica) is a unique, smaller species of snail named for its patterned rings extending around their shells. Like most Nerites, they are found in a wide range of brackish to pure freshwater habitats in Indonesia and the Indo-Pacific. They 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.

  • Rineloricaria formosa

    Rineloricaria formosa

    $34.99

    A finely patterned, medium-growing Loricariid known from the Rio Orinoco basin, Rineloricaria formosa remains an elusive and uncommon import in the hobby. In the wild, they are found on fine sand substrate in areas of open, shallow water and are capable of a good deal of color change to camouflage themselves to their surroundings. Like most similar Loricariids, this species is an omnivore which feeds on invertebrates, biofilm, algae and vegetation and should be fed a varied diet of sinking specialty formulas including gel diets and occasionally fresh veggies. A hardy and unique aquarium fish, they will do best when provided with plenty of open space, warm, soft water and some current.

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  • Threadfin Goby (Sicyopterus longifilis)

    Threadfin Goby (Sicyopterus longifilis)

    $17.49

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  • Striped Wizard Snail (Filopaludina sp.)

    Striped Wizard Snail (Filopaludina sp.)

    $4.99

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  • Prambanan Snail (Thiara winteri)

    Prambanan Snail (Thiara winteri)

    $3.49

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  • Red Lip Nerite Snail (Neritina violacea)

    Red Lip Nerite Snail (Neritina violacea)

    $3.49

    The Red Lip Nerite Snail is a distinctly colored 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.

  • Pseudogastromyzon cf. daon

    Pseudogastromyzon cf. daon

    $24.99

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  • Royal Farlowella / Whiptail Catfish (Sturisomatichthys panamensis)

    Royal Farlowella / Whiptail Catfish (Sturisomatichthys panamensis)

    $9.99

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  • Labigastromyzon changtingensis

    Labigastromyzon cf. changtingensis

    $29.99

    Labigastromyzon changtingensis is a hillstream loach native to China. It was revised from Pseudogastromyzon changtingensis to the genus Labigastromyzon in 2023. Like many of their close relatives, this species is perfectly adapted for life in fast moving waters, with their modified pectoral and anal fins forming something of a natural suction cup. This unique adaptation allows them to not only attach firmly to surfaces but also to move forward against strong current and climb up sheer rock faces and waterfalls. They will do best in an aquarium with slightly cooler, well-oxygenated water with moderate to strong current. They will readily feed on biofilms, algae, and certain prepared foods like Repashy Gel Diet. A social and outgoing species, they will thrive in groups of 5 or more and have been successfully bred in the aquarium.

  • Viriosus Sucker Loach (Gastromyzon cf. viriosus)

    Viriosus Sucker Loach (Gastromyzon cf. viriosus)

    $39.99

    A unique, smaller growing hillstream loach found in fast-moving streams in Western Borneo, the Viriosus Sucker Loach is typically found among rocks in well-oxygenated waters. In the aquarium, they are hardy fish as long as their wild habitat is replicated as closely as possible, with clean, well-aerated water and moderate to fast flow being essential to keep this species thriving long term. This species prefers slightly cooler water temperatures and soft, slightly acidic water. A grazer and opportunistic feeder, they should be given a varied diet high in algae or vegetable content like Fluval Bug Bites Pleco Formula or Repashy Gel Diet. A social fish like most loaches, they should be kept in groups of at least 3 and will typically get along well with other hillstream loach species.

  • Orange Fin Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon maculidorsalis)

    Orange Fin Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon maculidorsalis)

    $12.99

    The Orange Fin Stiphodon Goby (Stiphodon maculidorsalis), is a freshwater species native to Western Sumatra, Indonesia. Like all Stiphodon Gobies they require well oxygenated, clean water and feed on algae and other biofilms in the tank. When kept in groups, they will also exhibit interesting behaviors such as courtship behaviors and females congregation.

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