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A peaceful gourami species found in the blackwater peat swamps of Borneo, the Giant Chocolate Gourami (Sphaerichthys acrostoma) is relatively rare in the hobby due to its relatively restricted range and unique requirements. In the wild, these fish inhabit warm, highly acidic waters with pH as low as 4.0, and in the aquarium it will do best if kept in soft, slightly acidic water as well. The addition of tannins to the water by using Indian Almond Leaves or Bark is useful to help this species thrive.
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A small, peaceful gourami species found in the blackwater peat swamps of Borneo, the Crossband Chocolate Gourami is relatively rare in the hobby due to its relatively restricted range and unique requirements. In the wild, these fish inhabit warm, highly acidic waters with pH as low as 4.0, and in the aquarium it will do best if kept in soft, slightly acidic water as well. The addition of tannins to the water by using Indian Almond Leaves or Bark is useful to help this species thrive.
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A remarkably beautiful small tetra known only from the upper Rio Negro and Uapes in Brazil and Colombia, the Tucano or Toucan Tetra was only described as recently as 1997 and remains an uncommon import in the aquarium hobby. In the wild, this fish inhabits shallow, quiet areas of flooded forest in deeply tannin stained, highly acidic waters usually in areas of dense leaf litter substrate and overhanging driftwood or branches. With their high contrast black, gold and reddish coloration, peaceful demeanor, and schooling behavior they make a unique and striking centerpiece for a blackwater, botanical-style or aquascaped aquarium. Best kept in groups of 10 or more fish, they will get along with most other peaceful tankmates but are somewhat shy and may be bullied by larger or more boisterous fish. Aquariums which closely replicate their unique wild habitat and water chemistry will help ensure the Tucano Tetra display their best coloration and behavior.
Wild Tucano Tetras and other fish collected from the upper Rio Negro in Brazil by artisanal fish collectors help support the sustainable aquarium fishery in the region which has been the focus of Project Piaba for over 25 years. For more information on this fishery and how it supports habitat preservation, visit www.ProjectPiaba.org
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A small, peaceful gourami species found in the blackwater peat swamps of Borneo, the Samurai Chocolate Gourami or Vaillanti Gourami is relatively rare in the hobby due to its relatively restricted range and unique requirements. In the wild, these fish inhabit warm, highly acidic waters with pH as low as 4.0, and in the aquarium it will do best if kept in soft, slightly acidic water as well. The addition of tannins to the water by using Indian Almond Leaves or Bark is useful to help this species thrive. A sexually dimorphic species as adults, females in breeding coloration display a striking pattern of vertical red bars.
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One of the most popular and instantly recognizable freshwater aquarium fish, the Cardinal Tetra originates from the dark, acidic waters of the Negro and Orinoco River basins in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. With their vivid red and blue coloration, peaceful demeanor, and schooling behavior they are one of the best aquarium fish species in the hobby for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. Best kept in groups of 10 or more fish, they will get along with most other peaceful tankmates and will thrive in most setups. Wild cardinals collected from the middle Rio Negro in Brazil help support the sustainable aquarium fishery in the region which has been the focus of Project Piaba for over 25 years. For more information on this fishery and how it supports habitat preservation, visit www.ProjectPiaba.org
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