Celestial Pearl Danios (CPDs) are stunning nano fish known for their galaxy-like spotted bodies and vibrant red-orange fins. Peaceful and shy, they thrive in planted aquariums with gentle flow and should be kept in groups to encourage natural behavior and coloration.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 6.8–7.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and timid

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 0.75–1 inch

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Micro Granules, Hikari Micro Pellets, crushed flakes, and frozen or live baby brine shrimp or daphnia

Nerite Snails are popular algae-eating snails available in a wide range of shell patterns—including zebra, tiger, olive, and horned varieties. They’re highly effective at cleaning glass, rocks, and plant leaves, and they won’t reproduce in freshwater, making them ideal for display tanks.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 7.0–8.5 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 6–18 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and non-destructive

• Recommended Group Size: Single or multiple

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons

• Max Size: 1–1.25 inches

• Diet: Algae, Hikari Algae Wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach), and leftover fish food

Sterbai Corydoras are peaceful, bottom-dwelling catfish known for their striking white-spotted pattern over a dark body and orange pectoral fins. They’re social, active, and thrive in groups, making them a favorite in community aquariums with soft substrate.

• Temperature: 74–80°F

• pH: 6.8–7.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 5–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 4 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Hikari Sinking Wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and high-quality sinking pellets

Assorted Platies are colorful, peaceful livebearers that come in a wide variety of patterns and colors—including red, orange, yellow, blue, and combinations. They are hardy, social, and ideal for beginners or community tanks, often seen exploring the middle of the aquarium.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 7.0–8.2 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 10–25 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 3 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Fancy Guppy or Micro Pellets, crushed flakes, and occasional frozen foods like bloodworms or brine shrimp

Female Bettas are colorful and expressive labyrinth fish known for their shorter fins and more peaceful nature compared to males. While still territorial at times, they are often suitable for carefully selected community setups or peaceful female-only groups called sororities.

• Temperature: 76–82°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive; more peaceful than males

• Recommended Group Size: Alone, or 4+ in a sorority with space and cover

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons (per fish)

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Betta Formula, Hikari Betta Bio-Gold, frozen bloodworms, daphnia, and brine shrimp

Assorted Fancy Guppy (Female) are colorful, active livebearers ideal for peaceful community tanks or breeding setups. Though typically less flashy than males, females come in a variety of tail shapes and color patterns. They’re hardy, social, and a great option for both new and experienced aquarists.

• Temperature: 74–82°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8

• Hardness: 8–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: Best kept in groups, especially 2–3 females per male when breeding

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Diet: Hikari Fancy Guppy, Fluval Bug Bites Color Enhancing, and frozen baby brine shrimp or daphnia

Red Rili Shrimp are a colorful Neocaridina variety, featuring vibrant red patterns over a translucent body. Their striking appearance and active behavior make them a popular choice for planted nano aquariums. Like other Neocaridina, they are peaceful, hardy, and help control algae and detritus in well-maintained tanks.

• Temperature: 68–78°F
• pH: 6.5–7.8
• Hardness: 4–12 dGH
• Temperament: Peaceful and social
• Recommended Group Size: 5 or more
• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons
• Diet: Hikari Shrimp Cuisine, Fluval Bug Bites Shrimp Formula, algae, biofilm, and blanched vegetables like spinach or zucchini

Peacock Gobies are peaceful nano fish known for their vibrant coloration—featuring electric blue, yellow, and pink tones with eye-like spots on the tail. Native to Papua New Guinea, they’re best kept in planted aquariums with gentle flow and ample hiding spots.

• Temperature: 74–78°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful, can be territorial during spawning

• Recommended Group Size: Singly, in pairs, or small groups

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Micro Granules, Hikari Micro Pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia

Kuhli Loach are peaceful, worm-like fish known for their striped, banded appearance and bottom-dwelling behavior. These nocturnal scavengers are social and do best in groups with soft substrate, dense cover, and low lighting. Kuhli Loaches are excellent tank cleaners and get along well with other peaceful species.

• Temperature: 74–80°F

• pH: 6.0–7.0

• Hardness: 3–10 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and shy

• Recommended Group Size: 5 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Diet: Hikari Sinking Wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, supplemented with frozen bloodworms or daphnia

Butterfly Hillstream Loaches are peaceful, uniquely shaped algae grazers with a flattened body and “wing-like” fins, resembling miniature stingrays. They thrive in well-oxygenated aquariums with strong current and smooth surfaces for grazing, making them perfect for river-style setups.

• Temperature: 68–75°F

• pH: 6.8–7.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and shy

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in small groups (3+)

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Algae, Hikari Algae Wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Algae Formula, biofilm, and occasional frozen foods like daphnia or brine shrimp

Dwarf Gourami (Males) are vibrant, peaceful labyrinth fish known for their brilliant colors—ranging from electric blue to fiery red. These centerpiece fish are ideal for planted community tanks and prefer calm water with lots of cover.

• Temperature: 76–82°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 4–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful, though males can be territorial

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in pairs (avoid housing multiple males in small tanks)

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, floating flakes, and frozen or freeze-dried bloodworms and brine shrimp

Red Lizard Whiptail Catfish are striking, elongated catfish with a vivid reddish-orange color and a slender, armored body. Peaceful and unique, they prefer soft substrates and love to lounge on driftwood and plant leaves. Great for planted or community tanks.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

• pH: 6.5–7.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and shy

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in small groups with hiding spots

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 4–5 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, Hikari Algae Wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach), and occasional frozen foods

Albino Corydoras are peaceful, social bottom-dwellers known for their constant scavenging and playful behavior. Their pale coloration and active nature make them an attractive and engaging addition to community aquariums. Best kept in groups, they thrive when provided with a soft substrate and plenty of hiding spots.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 6.0–7.5

• Hardness: 2–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and non-aggressive

• Recommended Group Size: 4 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Diet: Hikari Sinking Wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, supplemented with frozen bloodworms or brine shrimp

Orange Mini Lobsters are vibrant dwarf crayfish known for their bright orange coloration and compact size. Unlike larger crayfish species, they are generally peaceful and can be kept in community aquariums with care. They enjoy hiding places and will scavenge the tank floor.

• Temperature: 70–78°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 6–15 dGH

• Temperament: Semi-peaceful; may nip slow or bottom-dwelling tankmates

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in pairs with hiding spots

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 1.5–2 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, Hikari Crab Cuisine, sinking pellets, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)

Pygmy Corydoras are tiny, peaceful bottom-dwellers known for their active schooling behavior and small size. Unlike most Corydoras, they also spend time mid-water, making them unique and engaging additions to nano and community aquariums.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 6.8–7.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 2–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 1 inch

• Diet: Hikari Micro Pellets, Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, crushed flakes, and frozen or live baby brine shrimp or daphnia

Gold Honey Gouramis are peaceful and personable labyrinth fish known for their glowing golden color and gentle nature. Perfect for community or nano aquariums, they enjoy calm waters with plants, floating cover, and surface access for air breathing.

• Temperature: 72–80°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 4–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social; males may display during breeding

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in pairs

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 2 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, high-quality flakes, and frozen brine shrimp or bloodworms