Author: JJ Gills

JJ has had a passion for learning about aquatic life since age 5. As an adult, he made his passion a career as a certified aquaculture dealer and aquarium content creator.

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Last update: October 31, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up Your First Fish Tank: 8 Best Tips

Setting Up Your First Fish Tank

Check out these other popular posts in this category: Setting up a fish tank can be an exciting and rewarding experience for beginners and seasoned fish enthusiasts. It offers a peaceful escape and lets you connect with nature in your home. Whether delving into the vibrant world of tropical fish or opting for the serene […]

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Last update: November 7, 2023

8 Best Geophagus Tank Mates – FishLab

Geophagus Tank Mates

Most aquarium enthusiasts want to put together a vibrant and exciting community, which means finding some fish friends that can actually get along. Unfortunately, this can be easier said than done. If you don’t want to end up with a fight on your hands, then you need to know some great Geophagus tank mates that […]

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Last update: October 30, 2023

10 Best Green Tiger Barb Tank Mates – FishLab

Green Tiger Barb Tank Mates

It’s often tricky to pair tiger barbs with other fish. This is because Tiger Barbs, including the Green Tiger Barb, are notorious for being aggressive if there isn’t enough space in the tank. If you have fewer than six Green Tiger Barbs in a tank, they get even more aggressive. So, right away, you have […]

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Last update: November 7, 2023

15 Best Piranha Tank Mates – FishLab

Piranha Tank Mates

Time and again shows and movies have taught us that humans don’t last long in a tank full of Piranhas due to their highly predatory nature. We believe no creature can survive in the same tank as these flesh-eating fish. Contrary to this belief, Piranhas can take some selected tank mates and live in harmony […]

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Last update: November 8, 2023

15 Best Puffer Fish Tank Mates – FishLab

Puffer Fish Tank Mates

Pufferfish, the charismatic acrobats of the aquatic world, captivate the imagination with their inflatable antics and enchanting appearances. They are popular choices for experienced aquarists and can be a bit difficult to care for. Choosing the right tankmates for your pufferfish can be challenging. So, in this guide, we’ve done meticulous research and collected the […]

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Last update: November 7, 2023

10 Best Betta Fish Tank Mates in a 10 Gallon Tank – FishLab

Best Betta Fish Tank Mates

You’ve probably heard countless stories of how you shouldn’t be pairing Betta Fish with other fish. They aren’t called the ¨Fighting Fish” for no reason, after all. However, this doesn’t mean that it is impossible to find a tank mate for your Bettas. It isn’t even impossible if your Bettas are in smaller tanks. We […]

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Last update: November 8, 2023

7 Best Tire Track Eel Tank Mates – FishLab

Tire Track Eel Tank Mates

Hoping to discover the greatest neighbors for your tire track eel? Don’t worry; we have a list of the best tire track eel tank mates coming right up! The best tire track eel tank mates are fish that can handle the same temperature, hardness, and habitat of a tank and its water. However, they also […]

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Last update: November 8, 2023

8 Best Dwarf Lionfish Tank Mates – FishLab

Dwarf Lionfish Tank Mates

If you want to find a stunning and incredibly interesting fish to love and care for, then Dwarf Lionfish are one of the best options that you could choose – but they don’t exactly play well with others. If you’re hoping to put a community together, then you need to know what will be compatible […]

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Last update: November 14, 2023

11 Best Senegal Bichir Tank Mates – FishLab

Senegal Bichir Tank Mates

The Sengal bichir (Polypterus senegalus) is a long, slender fish, that resembles an eel. This non-flashy, dull-looking fish has a prehistoric appearance. With scientists estimating its existence about 60 million years ago during the Mesozoic era, it makes sense that it is commonly known as the “Dinosaur Bichir.” It’s this archaic, dinosaur-like appearance that makes […]

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Last update: November 13, 2023

7 Best Amazon Puffer Tank Mates – FishLab

Amazon Puffer Tank Mates

Amazon puffers are adorable, but even the cutest of fish can benefit from some company. The question is, what fish make the best amazon puffer tank mates? The best amazon puffer tank mates are the fish that can survive in similar circumstances, such as temperature and hardness of water, to the amazon puffer. They should […]