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This parasitic Henonemus species was collected in the Rio Maranon and surrounding area of Peru. They use their strong sense of smell to seek out larger fish and feed on their scales and mucus. They are known to remove large chunks from other fish and should be housed with this in mind. Fish in this genus are also know to feed on gill filaments. In the aquarium, they do best in a large tank with plenty of open swimming space and moderate to strong current. They will accept bloodworms in captivity.
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A fast-moving predatory characin, the Freshwater Barracuda (Acestrorhynchus falcirostris) is commonly found in small groups in open water in the wild, where they hunt for shoals of smaller fish like tetras. In the aquarium, they can be skittish fish, especially at first, and will do best with some cover in the form of floating plants or driftwood close to the surface. They are best kept in groups of 3 or more, and will school with other larger characins. Primarily a live fish eater, they will usually require live food but can be weaned onto frozen or prepared diets over time.
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One several similar looking species of Batrochoglanis Catfish found throughout South America, Batrochoglanis sp. Venezuela is a medium growing species with a chunky body and wide mouth. In the wild, they are a cryptic ambush predator, relying on their camouflage pattern to blend into areas of leaf litter or submerged driftwood. In the aquarium, they are a hardy species that will rarely bother tankmates as long as they are too big to fit into their large mouths.
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The Spotted Skiffia (Skiffia multipunctata) is endemic to Mexico where it is recognized as an endangered species due to significant population loss caused by pollution, habitat loss, and the introduction of invasive species. They will appreciate a heavily planted tank and being a member of the livebearing Goodeids will reproduce in the aquarium. They are hardy and will accept most prepared foods.
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The Tequila Goodeid or Tequila Splitfin (Zoogoneticus tequila) inhabits clear freshwater springs and ponds. In the wild they feed on worms, crustaceans, and insects These fish are very easy to house in the aquarium, enjoying most dried and frozen foods that you might offer. These rare livebearing fish can be timid, but with the correct habitat and tankmates, they are known to reproduce readily in the aquarium. With their rarity, stunning dark bodies, and bright orange tails, these fish are highly sought after.
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The North American Flagfish or Florida Flagfish (Jordanella floridae) inhabits slow-moving streams, lakes, and freshwater vegetation ponds. In the wild they feed on worms, crustaceans, insects and plant matter. These fish are very easy to house in the aquarium, enjoying most dried and frozen foods that you might offer. It is advised to keep a small group of females in each tank and one male fish only. With their stunning coloring, these fish may provide a lot of color to your aquarium and serve a useful purpose by cleaning away algae from plants and décor. They have even been known to consume the dreaded black beard algae.
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The Four Eyed Fish or Anableps is an extremely unusual brackish water fish found along the coastline of Northeastern South America. Their name comes from the fact that these fish have specially adapted eyes with a membrane that effectively splits each eye into two parts, allowing them to simultaneously see above and below the waters surface. Due to this unique feature, Four Eyed fish are typically found floating at the surface, seeking out insects and other food items which might fall toward the water. Like many brackish water fish they regularly move between pure fresh and pure marine waters but will do best in moderate-strength brackish water (15 to 20 ppt) in the aquarium. A social species, they are usually found in groups in the wild and will do well when kept together in the aquarium. This specialized fish was once a somewhat common import but has been absent in the hobby for years; only recently has this species become available again in the trade by way of Brazil.
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A medium-sized schooling characin, the Silver or Black Spot Hemiodus is widespread throughout the Amazon and Orinoco basins, where it is usually found in large mixed species shoals alongside other schooling tetras. A fast and somewhat skittish fish at first, they make for an impressive display in a larger mixed species aquarium and make excellent tankmates for most other peaceful fish. This species prefers warm, slightly acidic water and will do best when given plenty of cover in the form of driftwood or tall plants.
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A medium-sized schooling tetra relative, the Red Tail, Red Line, or Slender Hemiodus (Hemiodus gracilis) is widespread throughout the Amazon and Orinoco basins, where it is usually found in large mixed species shoals alongside other schooling tetras. A fast and somewhat skittish fish at first, they make for an impressive display in a larger mixed species aquarium and make excellent tankmates for most other peaceful fish. This species prefers warm, slightly acidic water and will do best when given plenty of cover in the form of driftwood or tall plants.
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One of the most iconic fish species of the Amazon, the Electric Eel (Electrophorus varii) is not a true eel but a knifefish – the only one in its family capable of delivering a powerful electrical shock. In the wild, these fish tend to be found in shallow, slow moving waters with lots of cover in the form of vegetation or fallen branches. Their electrical organ is used as both a defense mechanism against predators and to stun prey items. In the aquarium, electric eels are fairly hardy, but due to their huge adult size and dangerous shock they should only be kept by experienced hobbyists with a dedicated, large aquarium designed around this fish’s special requirements. Larger fish should be treated with extreme caution.
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An attractively marked, medium sized catfish, the Giant Bumblebee Catfish (Pseudopimelodus bufonius), sometimes also called Jello or Jelly Cat, is found throughout the Orinoco and Amazon basins. In the wild, it tends to be found in relatively shallow, slow moving waters – often buried in leaf litter – and is an ambush predator, feeding on small fish, insects, and crustaceans. In the aquarium, they are extremely hardy and undemanding fish, feeding on most sinking prepared foods. Like most catfish, they are nocturnal, and will spend most of the day in hiding so be sure to offer several hiding places.
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One of the most attractively marked of all Leporinus, L. granti is found throughout much of South America but remains relatively rare in the hobby, with most of the specimens imported being collected from the rivers of Suriname. More recently, this species has been tank raised in limited numbers in Southeast Asia. A large, fast-swimming, but relatively peaceful species, they make an excellent tankmate for large cichlids or characins, especially other active, fast-moving fish. As with most of their close relatives, L. granti can be prone to nip fins or scales of slower moving tankmates and can be aggressive towards conspecifics or other close relatives. Plenty of cover and strong water movement can help offset aggression in these fish.
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A longtime aquarium favorite, the Black Ghost Knifefish is a distinctive and unusual knifefish found throughout much of the Amazon and its major tributaries. A nocturnal and generally shy fish, like all knifefish they use a weak electrical discharge to sense their surroundings and find food. Although slow growing, they can reach the impressive size of 14″ or more and tend to prey on smaller fish as they grow. Black Ghost Knifefish are intelligent, often learning to eat from their owner’s hands or even to allow themselves to be “pet” once adapted to aquarium life. In the aquarium, they require plenty of cover, and may be outcompeted for food by more aggressive tankmates but are otherwise hardy and adaptable. This species is territorial, and generally best kept one per aquarium especially as adults.
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A true freshwater pufferfish found throughout the entire Amazon Basin, the Amazon Puffer or South American Puffer is a small growing and relatively peaceful species that inhabits shallow water habitat. They are usually found in medium to large aggregations in sandy shallows, often in sediment-laden whitewater rivers or streams. In the aquarium, they are one of the few puffer species which will thrive in groups, and they are generally safe with similarly-sized, fast moving tankmates. Amazon Puffers are primarily carnivores but will usually accept a wide variety of frozen and freeze dried foods. Hard-shelled prey items are a necessary addition to their diet, so snails, shrimp, small crayfish, and other molluscs should be offered regularly to ensure their sharp beaks do not get overgrown.
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A larger growing and colorful characin, the Pinktail Chalceus is found throughout much of the Amazon and Orinoco basins. In the aquarium, they are hardy and long lived, but tend to be skittish and shy if not kept in a group of 3 or more fish. With their size and bold demeanor, these tetras make an ideal dither fish for medium sized South American Cichlids. Their tank should be kept tightly covered as they are easily spooked and likely to jump out if given the opportunity.
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A medium sized, attractively marked characin, the Flagtail Prochilodus (also sometimes known as fei feng) is found throughout much of South America, usually in massive shoals. A peaceful, omnivorous fish, they are a popular and sought after addition to very large community tanks and make great dithers for predatory fish or large cichlids. In the wild, they are a migratory species and cross huge distances to spawn. In the aquarium, they prefer clean, oxygen-rich water with moderate current and will do best with a varied diet high in plant matter. This species can be a useful nuisance algae eater for larger aquariums or those with large or predatory species.
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A medium-sized predatory characin found throughout the Amazon Basin, the Bucktooth Tetra or Exodon is a schooling fish and best kept in a group. In the wild, they feed off the fins, scales of larger fish. In the aquarium, they are best kept in a species tank, as they will harass most tankmates. They will readily accept most prepared and frozen foods.
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One of the larger predatory fish found in the Amazon Basin, the Silver Arowana is part of an ancient family of fish known as the bonytongues. A highly adapted surface feeder, Arowana are usually found close to the water’s surface in heavily overgrown areas with lots of cover. They are incredible jumpers, with adults able to leap several feet out of the water, and need to be kept in securely covered aquariums. Due to their enormous adult size, the Silver Arowana is recommended only for dedicated aquarists who can accommodate these giants in either a large custom aquarium or even an indoor pond. Specimens offered for sale are acclimated to aquarium life and feeding well on frozen and prepared foods.
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An amazing example of mimicry in nature, the Amazon Leaf Fish both looks and acts exactly like a dead leaf as a way to ambush its prey in the wild. When small fish venture too close, it extends its surprisingly large mouth and inhales them in one quick motion. In the aquarium, they make for an extremely unique display fish, especially in small groups. They are peaceful with nearly any fish too big to be eaten, but tankmates should be chosen carefully as fast-moving or aggressive fish can cause them stress. Although they are relatively hardy, feeding can be a challenge as they can be difficult to wean off live food fish or insects.
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An unusual predatory species, the Crocodile Pikehead or Giant Pikehead (Luciocephalus pulcher) is a medium growing relative of the gouramis from shallow blackwater creeks and swamps throughout Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. In the wild, they tend to sit nearly motionless near the water’s surface, usually in heavily vegetated areas, where they wait for smaller fish to eat. In the aquarium, they are generally hardy but will do best in warm, slightly soft water with plenty of cover, especially near the surface. Although they will rarely bother tankmates, any fish or invertebrate small enough to be prey will quickly be eaten.
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The White Leopard Ghost Knifefish is a selectively bred variant of the longtime aquarium favorite, the Black Ghost Knifefish is a distinctive and unusual knifefish found throughout much of the Amazon and its major tributaries. A nocturnal and generally shy fish, like all knifefish they use a weak electrical discharge to sense their surroundings and find food. Although slow growing, they can reach the impressive size of 14″ or more and tend to prey on smaller fish as they grow. Black Ghost Knifefish are intelligent, often learning to eat from their owner’s hands or even to allow themselves to be “pet” once adapted to aquarium life. In the aquarium, they require plenty of cover, and may be outcompeted for food by more aggressive tankmates but are otherwise hardy and adaptable. This species is territorial, and generally best kept one per aquarium especially as adults.
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A medium sized, attractively marked characin, the Yellow Flagtail Prochilodus (Semaprochilodus kneri) is found throughout much of South America, usually in massive shoals. A peaceful, omnivorous fish, they are a popular and sought after addition to very large community tanks and make great dithers for predatory fish or large cichlids. In the wild, they are a migratory species and cross huge distances to spawn. In the aquarium, they prefer clean, oxygen-rich water with moderate current and will do best with a varied diet high in plant matter. This species can be a useful nuisance algae eater for larger aquariums or those with large or predatory species.
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Found throughout the Amazon River basin in South America, the Arapaima (Arapaima gigas) is one of the largest freshwater fish species in the world. They are large, powerful predators which require ample tank space and a substantial cover as they are powerful jumpers. Arapaima are generally peaceful towards any tankmates too large to be eaten, but territorial towards each other unless kept in larger groups. Adults commonly reach 7-10 feet in the wild with reports of individuals growing to 15 feet. They require access to the surface allowing them to gulp in air to supplement the use of the gills.
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The Alligator Gar is the largest living species of gar (Family Lepisosteidae) and a true freshwater monster fish, native to the temperate and subtropical waters of Eastern and Central North America. Like all gar, they are predators, feeding on fish, frogs, and vertebrates – anything they can fit in their large tooth-filled mouths. In the wild, the fish can easily grow to the enormous size of over 6 feet in length and are considered a sport fish throughout much of their range. Given their relatively fast growth rate (especially in captivity), massive adult size and space requirements, this species is realistically not suited for aquariums but rather large custom installations, public aquaria, or specialized ponds in suitable climates.
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The Pike Livebearer (Belonesox belizanus) is native to the Central Americas with a population established in Florida since the mid 1900s. These unique livebearers have elongated jaws with large teeth and specialize in feeding on small fish. They can be found sitting near the surface concealed in vegetation waiting to ambush prey. They with thrive in fresh and brackish conditions.
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