Dwarf Neon Rainbowfish are lively and brilliantly colored schooling fish known for their shimmering silver-blue bodies and vibrant red or yellow fins. They are peaceful, energetic, and thrive in well-planted aquariums with plenty of swimming space. These rainbows are excellent for community tanks and display best when kept in groups.

• Temperature: 72–80°F

• pH: 6.5–7.5 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and active

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, supplemented with frozen daphnia, brine shrimp, and finely crushed flakes

Dwarf Pea Puffers are tiny, intelligent freshwater puffers known for their big personalities and sharp eyesight. Despite their size, they can be territorial and are best kept solo or in species-only tanks with lots of plants and hiding spots.

• Temperature: 74–80°F

• pH: 7.0–8.0 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Territorial; best solo or in carefully planned groups

• Recommended Group Size: Alone or 3+ in heavily planted setups (5+ gallons per puffer)

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons per puffer

• Max Size: 1 inch

• Diet: Frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, snails (for beak maintenance), and occasional Fluval Bug Bites Micro Granules

Electric Blue Ahli Cichlids are stunning haplochromine cichlids from Lake Malawi, known for their intense, metallic blue coloration and streamlined, predatory build. Males display brilliant color throughout adulthood, especially when kept with females or other males in a properly sized tank. These fish are moderately aggressive and thrive with other haps and peacocks in open, rocky aquascapes.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

• pH: 7.8–8.6 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 10–20 dGH

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive, especially toward similar species

• Recommended Group Size: One male with 3 or more females or singly in all-male tanks

• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons

• Max Size: 6–7 inches

• Diet: Hikari Cichlid Gold, Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, supplemented with frozen krill, brine shrimp, or mysis

Electric Blue Balloon Rams are a compact, round-bodied variant of the classic Electric Blue Ram, prized for their intense coloration and gentle demeanor. Their unique balloon shape makes them stand out in planted aquariums. These rams thrive in warm, stable water with peaceful tankmates and gentle flow.

• Temperature: 78–84°F

• pH: 6.5–7.6 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 5–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful to mildly territorial when breeding

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or as a bonded pair

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2–2.5 inches

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

Electric Blue Texas Cichlids are bold, eye-catching fish known for their intense blue iridescence and confident personalities. A selectively bred variant of the native Texas cichlid, they are semi-aggressive and territorial, especially during breeding. They thrive in large aquariums with rocks, caves, and plenty of swimming space.

• Temperature: 72–82°F

• pH: 6.5–8.0 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 8–20 dGH

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive, territorial

• Recommended Group Size: Alone or as a bonded pair

• Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons

• Max Size: 8–10 inches

• Diet: Hikari Cichlid Gold, Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, supplemented with frozen shrimp, bloodworms, and occasional vegetable matter (like blanched spinach or peas)

Elegant Stiphodon Gobies are small, algae-grazing fish known for their slender bodies, iridescent coloration, and peaceful nature. Native to fast-flowing streams, they do best in well-oxygenated tanks with smooth rocks, sandy substrate, and plenty of biofilm to graze on. Males display striking electric blue or green hues during breeding.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 7.0–8.0 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 6–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and shy

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in small groups (males may spar mildly)

• Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Algae Formula, algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach), biofilm, and occasional frozen daphnia or baby brine shrimp

Ember Tetra are small, brightly colored schooling fish known for their fiery orange-red hue and peaceful temperament. Native to Brazil, they are ideal for nano and community aquariums. They do best in planted tanks with soft, slightly acidic water and feel most comfortable when kept in larger groups.

• Temperature: 72–80°F

• pH: 6.0–7.0

• Hardness: 3–10 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Diet: Hikari Micro Pellets, Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, and occasional frozen daphnia or baby brine shrimp

Emerald Rainbowfish are a rare and stunning species native to Lake Wanam in Papua New Guinea. Males develop a deep emerald green body with reddish fins and iridescent flashes, especially when displaying to females. These peaceful fish thrive in planted aquariums with stable, clean water and are best kept in groups to bring out their best color and behavior.

• Temperature: 74–80°F

• pH: 6.8–7.8 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 8–16 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and active

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 30 gallons

• Max Size: 4 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, and a variety of frozen foods like brine shrimp and daphnia to enhance coloration