Assorted Fancy Guppies (Male) are colorful, hardy livebearers perfect for community aquariums. Each male displays a unique pattern and tail shape, ranging from solid colors to mosaics and metallics. They're active, peaceful, and easy to care for—great for beginners and planted tanks.

• Temperature: 74–80°F

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

• Hardness: 8–20 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and active

• Recommended Group Size: 3 or more males, or in male-to-female ratio of 1:2+

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 1.5–2 inches

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

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

Amano Shrimp are hardy freshwater invertebrates prized for their algae-eating abilities and translucent gray bodies with subtle markings. Known for their constant grazing, they are an excellent addition to planted tanks where algae control is desired. These shrimp are peaceful and do best in groups in well-oxygenated, stable environments.

• Temperature: 68–78°F
• pH: 6.5–7.5
• Hardness: 4–10 dGH
• Temperament: Peaceful and active
• Recommended Group Size: 3 or more
• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
• Diet: Hikari Shrimp Cuisine, Fluval Bug Bites Shrimp Formula, algae, biofilm, and blanched vegetables like spinach or cucumber

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

Otocinclus are tiny, peaceful algae-eating catfish perfect for planted community aquariums. Known for their gentle nature and constant grazing, they help keep surfaces clean of soft algae. They do best in stable, mature tanks with plenty of oxygen and hiding spots.

• Temperature: 72–79°F

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

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and shy

• Recommended Group Size: 4 or more (schooling species)

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 1.5–2 inches

• Diet: Algae, Hikari Algae Wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Pleco Formula, blanched vegetables (zucchini, spinach), and occasional 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Betta (Male), also known as Siamese Fighting Fish, are one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish due to their vibrant colors, flowing fins, and unique personalities. These labyrinth fish breathe air from the surface and prefer calm waters. Best housed alone or with very peaceful tankmates that won't nip their fins.

• Temperature: 76–82°F

• pH: 6.5–7.5

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Aggressive toward other males, semi-aggressive overall

• Recommended Group Size: Kept singly (one per tank), or with compatible species in a community setup

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons

• Diet: Hikari Betta Bio-Gold, Fluval Bug Bites Betta Formula, and frozen foods like bloodworms or 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)