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

Cherry Barb Veiltails are peaceful, schooling fish known for their vibrant cherry-red coloration and elegant, flowing fins in the veiltail variety. They thrive in well-planted community aquariums and do best when kept in groups, which helps reduce shyness and brings out their best colors.

• Temperature: 72–80°F

• pH: 6.5–7.8 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 4–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and active

• Recommended Group Size: 5 or more (schooling species)

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2–2.5 inches

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

Cherry Shrimp are one of the most popular freshwater shrimp due to their bright red coloration, peaceful nature, and algae-eating habits. They’re perfect for planted aquariums and nano tanks, thriving in stable, clean environments with plenty of hiding spots and biofilm to graze on.

• 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, biofilm, algae, and blanched vegetables like spinach or zucchini

Cherryhump Flowerhorns are striking hybrid cichlids known for their bright red coloration and large nuchal hump ("kok"). Bred for their vivid appearance and interactive behavior, they are intelligent and aggressive fish best kept alone or in very large setups with similarly robust tankmates.

• Temperature: 78–84°F

• pH: 7.4–8.0 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 8–20 dGH

• Temperament: Highly aggressive and territorial

• Recommended Group Size: Singly (best kept alone unless in massive tank)

• Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons

• Max Size: 10–12 inches

• Diet: Hikari Cichlid Gold, Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, frozen krill, shrimp, and occasional vegetables for color enhancement