Rummy Nose Rasboras (Sawbwa resplendens) are rare and delicate nano fish known for their shimmering silver bodies, bright red noses, and subtle blue markings in males. Native to Lake Inle in Myanmar, they thrive in peaceful, well-planted aquariums with stable conditions. Due to their sensitivity, they are best kept with other gentle nano species.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

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

• Hardness: 3–10 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and shy

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more (males display best in groups with females)

• Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons

• Max Size: 1.5–2 inches

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

Rusty Cichlids (Iodotropheus sprengerae) are peaceful and colorful Mbuna from Lake Malawi, named for their soft orange-to-rust body coloration with hints of violet. They are one of the more community-friendly African cichlids and do well in rocky aquascapes with similarly tempered tankmates.

• Temperature: 75–80°F

• pH: 7.6–8.6 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 10–20 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful for a Mbuna; mildly territorial

• Recommended Group Size: 1 male with 2–3 females, or in species-only groups

• Minimum Tank Size: 40 gallons

• Max Size: 4 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, spirulina flakes, Hikari Cichlid Excel, and occasional blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach)

Sailfin Mollies are large, graceful livebearers known for their signature tall dorsal fins and peaceful temperament. Available in a variety of colors, they add elegance and movement to community aquariums. They thrive in freshwater but can also tolerate slightly brackish water.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

• pH: 7.2–8.5 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 10–25 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 3 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 4–5 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Fancy Guppy, spirulina flakes, algae wafers, and occasional frozen foods like brine shrimp

Scarlet Badis are tiny, brilliantly colored nano fish known for their intense red and blue striping and shy, peaceful temperament. Males display the brightest coloration, while females are more muted. These micropredators do best in heavily planted, peaceful community or species-only tanks.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

• pH: 6.5–7.5 (Adapted to Tallahassee tap water)

• Hardness: 4–10 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful but territorial toward males of the same species

• Recommended Group Size: 1 male with 2–3 females, or singly

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons (species-only); 10+ gallons if in community

• Max Size: 0.75–1 inch

• Diet: Frozen or live foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms; may ignore dry food (offer Hikari First Bites or crushed Bug Bites as alternatives)