Assorted Ranchu Goldfish are fancy goldfish prized for their round bodies, deep colors, and distinctive hooded heads (wen). Unlike other goldfish, Ranchus lack a dorsal fin, giving them a unique swimming style. They thrive in calm, well-filtered aquariums and are best kept with other fancy goldfish.

• Temperature: 65–75°F

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

• Hardness: 6–20 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in groups with other fancies

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons for one; +10 gallons per additional fish

• Max Size: 5–6 inches

• Diet: Hikari Fancy Goldfish Pellets, Fluval Bug Bites Goldfish Formula, blanched vegetables (peas, spinach), and occasional frozen bloodworms or daphnia

Common Whiptail Catfish are peaceful South American catfish known for their slender, armored bodies and long, graceful tail extensions. They are gentle bottom dwellers that do well in community aquariums with soft substrate and plenty of driftwood or leaf litter to mimic their natural environment.

• Temperature: 72–79°F

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

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful; shy and non-aggressive

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in groups of 3+

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 5–6 inches

• Diet: Sinking algae wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, blanched vegetables (like zucchini or spinach), and occasional frozen bloodworms or brine shrimp

Zodiac Loaches (Mesonoemacheilus triangularis) are small, peaceful bottom-dwelling loaches native to India, known for their intricate reticulated pattern and active nature. They thrive in well-oxygenated aquariums with soft substrate and plenty of hiding spots and do well in peaceful community setups.

• Temperature: 72–79°F

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

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and active; excellent for nano or community tanks

• Recommended Group Size: 3 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, Hikari sinking wafers, Hikari frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp

Yellow Leopard Plecos are beautifully patterned plecos with golden-yellow bodies and striking black leopard-like spots. Peaceful and relatively small for a pleco, they are ideal for medium to large community tanks with plenty of hiding spots and driftwood.

• Temperature: 76–82°F

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

• Hardness: 6–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful, shy; may be territorial with other plecos

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in a spacious tank with hiding areas

• Minimum Tank Size: 40 gallons

• Max Size: 6–7 inches

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

Phoenix Rasboras are tiny, brilliantly colored nano fish known for their glowing red-orange bodies and subtle dark patches along the midline. Peaceful and shy, they are best kept in well-planted tanks with soft lighting and gentle flow. Their small size and vibrant color make them perfect for nano aquariums and aquascapes.

• Temperature: 72–80°F

• pH: 6.0–7.5 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 2–10 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and timid

• Recommended Group Size: 8 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallons

• Max Size: 0.75–1 inch

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

Papa Lyretail Plecos are large, wood-eating plecos known for their dramatic lyre-shaped tail and armored appearance. Native to fast-moving South American rivers, they require spacious aquariums with driftwood for both shelter and grazing. These plecos are peaceful but need strong filtration due to their messy eating habits.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

• pH: 6.8–7.6 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 6–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful, though territorial with other large plecos

• Recommended Group Size: Singly or in large tanks with space to avoid conflict

• Minimum Tank Size: 75 gallons

• Max Size: 12–14 inches

• Diet: Driftwood is essential, supplemented with Hikari Algae Wafers, Fluval Bug Bites Pleco Formula, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber), and occasional frozen foods

Ornate Rainbowfish are beautifully patterned nano fish native to Australia, known for their translucent bodies, vivid red and blue striping, and shimmering reflections. These peaceful, active swimmers thrive in planted aquariums with soft lighting and gentle flow. Their stunning colors intensify in stable, well-maintained conditions.

• Temperature: 68–78°F

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

• Hardness: 5–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

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

Orange Medaka Rice Fish are hardy, colorful nano fish prized for their adaptability, peaceful nature, and bright orange bodies. Native to East Asia, they can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and do well in both indoor aquariums and outdoor tubs. These active surface swimmers are ideal for community nano tanks and breeding projects.

• Temperature: 64–78°F (can tolerate cooler or warmer extremes)

• pH: 6.8–8.0 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 6–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons

• Max Size: 1.5 inches

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

O.B. Red Zebra Cichlids – Minos Reef (Mozambique) are vibrant, blotched Mbuna known for their intense orange-red coloration and black or blue splotches. This regional variant from Minos Reef stands out with bold patterning and a strong presence. Like other Mbuna, they are territorial and thrive in rock-heavy aquariums with well-defined territories.

• Temperature: 75–80°F

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

• Hardness: 10–20 dGH

• Temperament: Aggressive and territorial

• Recommended Group Size: One male with 4+ females or in a mixed Mbuna tank

• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons

• Max Size: 5 inches

• Diet: Hikari Cichlid Excel, Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, supplemented with spirulina-rich flakes, veggie pellets, and blanched greens (avoid high-protein meaty foods)

Green Gold Corydoras are hardy and peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish with a shimmering green-gold metallic sheen. They are social fish that thrive in groups and are ideal for community aquariums with soft substrate, stable water conditions, and plenty of hiding spaces.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

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

• Hardness: 4–15 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

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

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Max Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Bottom Feeder Formula, Hikari Sinking Wafers, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and blanched vegetables

Firemouth Cichlids are known for their vibrant red throats and gill flares, which they use in territorial displays. Native to Central America, these cichlids are hardy and relatively peaceful compared to other medium-sized cichlids, making them great for semi-aggressive community setups. They appreciate open swimming space and caves or driftwood for retreat.

• Temperature: 75–82°F

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

• Hardness: 8–15 dGH

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive, territorial during breeding

• Recommended Group Size: Alone, in pairs, or in species groups with space

• Minimum Tank Size: 40 gallons

• Max Size: 6–7 inches

• Diet: Hikari Cichlid Gold, Fluval Bug Bites Cichlid Formula, supplemented with frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and high-quality pellets

Firecracker Tropheus Cichlids are vibrant, active cichlids native to Lake Tanganyika, prized for their bold red-orange coloration and strong social behavior. These fish thrive in groups and require stable water conditions, plenty of rockwork, and a diet high in vegetable matter. They are best kept with other Tropheus or similar Lake Tanganyika species.

• Temperature: 75–80°F

• pH: 7.8–9.0 — Adapted to Tallahassee tap water

• Hardness: 10–20 dGH

• Temperament: Aggressive within hierarchy, best kept in groups

• Recommended Group Size: 8 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons

• Max Size: 4.5–5 inches

• Diet: Spirulina-based flakes or pellets, Hikari Cichlid Excel, Ocean Nutrition Spirulina Flakes, supplemented with blanched vegetables (avoid high-protein or meaty foods to prevent bloat)

Drapefin Barbs are elegant, lesser-known barbs valued for their flowing fins and reflective scale pattern. Males often develop longer, draping fins and deeper coloration. These peaceful fish do well in planted community aquariums and prefer to be kept in small groups.

• Temperature: 72–78°F

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

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 6 or more

• Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons

• Max Size: 2–2.5 inches

• Diet: Fluval Bug Bites Tropical Formula, Hikari Micro Pellets, quality flakes, and occasional frozen foods like bloodworms or daphnia

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

Bridle Shiners are delicate, silvery native North American minnows with a subtle horizontal stripe and graceful swimming behavior. Often found in slow-moving, vegetated waters, they make excellent additions to coolwater or biotope tanks focused on native species. Due to their sensitive nature, they do best in mature, well-maintained aquariums.

• Temperature: 64–74°F

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

• Hardness: 4–12 dGH

• Temperament: Peaceful and social

• Recommended Group Size: 6 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, frozen daphnia, and baby brine shrimp