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The oranda goldfish is a fresh water fish of the Cyprinidae family. These fish are a product of selective breeding and are closely related to the common goldfish

Hasemania nana is a 2-inch (5 cm) schooling fish that hails from the rivers and streams of Brazil. What sets it apart from your typical South American nano tetra is its high activity level. During mealtimes, you will see them swarm together in a feeding frenzy reminiscent of their larger neighbor, the piranha.  Their bold, outgoing nature is one of the many reasons they are among the most popular fish sold at Aquarium Co-Op.

Adult males deepen into a coppery-orange color, whereas adult females and juveniles have a translucent, lemon-yellow hue. Their common name comes from the white tips on their fins, and their forked tail has a short, black stripe in the middle. Most silver tip tetras in the aquarium trade are captive-bred at fish farms, and they have developed an albino version for sale as well.

The Longfin Rosy Barb, is a long finned morph of the Rosy Barb which has a wide range throughout India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Because of this distribution, there is considerable variation in color and body size of Rosy barbs. For example, some populations may exhibit scales with higher reflectance (shiny) than others. Many of the Rosy barbs available within the aquarium trade are commerically produced however, though this variation can still be found within aquaculture. Rosy barbs typically exhibit sexual dimorphism – males possess the characteristic “rosy” red color in which their name is derived, while females don’t have this coloration and are rather a pale-yellow color.

When you buy three of these neon Rainbowfish, you care buying companions that will give you hours of entertainment. These Rainbowfish are a great addition to your home and are extremely sociable. With its large eyes and colorful scales, you’re sure to get your money’s worth out of this purchase. These fish are extremely easy to care for and great to look at. This species is best kept in an aquarium that has a lot of room.

The bumblebee goby is hands-down one of our favorite fish. These interesting and adorable little critters steal the show in almost any aquarium, and we’ve heard from countless owners who can’t stop talking about them.

Scientifically, bumblebee gobies are known as Brachygobius. Technically speaking, Brachygobius is the genus name. There are several types of fish sold under the “Brachygobius” moniker, but the differences are so minor that most can’t even tell them apart.

Leopard Puffers are pufferfish that inhabit a wide range of territories in the wild. This includes Southeast Asia, Southern Asia, and Africa. More specifically, they’ve been found in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and China. Within these various regions, they inhabit freshwater and brackish bodies of water, such as streams, rivers, and estuaries.

Leopard Puffers have a yellow-green body and a white-colored belly. Their body is covered in black spots of various size. Therefore, these fish are also known as Green Spotted Puffer. They become more brightly colored as they mature. They have a round body shape, large eyes, and a tiny mouth. The females tend to be more round than the males. The males also have darker black spots. The difference between males and females becomes more obvious as they mature

The Glass Catfish, with its ethereal beauty and rare elegance, has earned a special place among the most captivating species in the aquarium world. Its transparent body and graceful form never fail to fascinate, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into nature’s delicate artistry. Beyond its visual charm, this remarkable fish brings a sense of serenity and freshness to any aquatic space. Step into the enchanting world of aquariums and discover the quiet magic of the Glass Catfish.

FURCATA rainbowfish also called forktail blue eye rainbow tetra, The bright yellow pectoral fins on this fish remind me of the pom-poms cheerleaders use at halftime. As you can see in the video, these are an active fish which is continually "cheering.' Bright fish with a lot of flash and personality, these are peaceful and will do well with other appropriately sized peaceful tank mates.

According to Wiki, 

The cardinal tetra (Paracheirodon axelrodi) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidea  of order Characiformes. It is native to the upper Orinoco and Negro Rivers in South America. Growing to about 3 cm (1.2 in) total length, the cardinal tetra has the striking iridescent blue line characteristic of the genus Paracheirodon laterally bisecting the fish, with the body below this line being vivid red in color, hence the name "cardinal tetra". The cardinal tetra's appearance is similar to that of the closely related neon tetra, with which it is often confused; the neon's red coloration extends only about halfway to the nose, and the neon's blue stripe is a less vibrant blue.

The cardinal tetra is a very popular aquarium fish, but is less widespread than the neon tetra because until recently, it was difficult to breed in captivity. However, many breeders are now producing the fish; in most cases, one can determine if the cardinal tetra is bred or wild-caught due to damaged fins on wild-caught specimens. Some ichthyologists believe fishkeepers should continue to support the sustainable cardinal fishery of the Amazon Basin, since thousands of people are employed in the region to capture fish for the aquarium trade. If those fishermen lost their livelihoods catching cardinals and other tropical fish, they might turn their attention to engaging in deforestation.^[2]

Adult size cardinal tetra. The cardinal tetra (Paracheirodon axelrodi) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae of order Characiformes. It is native to the upper Orinoco and Negro Rivers in South America. Growing to about 3 cm (1.2 in) total length, the cardinal tetra has the striking iridescent blue line characteristic of the genus Paracheirodon laterally bisecting the fish, with the body below this line being vivid red in color, hence the name "cardinal tetra". The cardinal tetra's appearance is similar to that of the closely related neon tetra, with which it is often confused; the neon's red coloration extends only about halfway to the nose, and the neon's blue stripe is a less vibrant blue.

The cherry barb is a freshwater fish of the Cyprinidae family. The fish is small, bright red, and has a distinctive lateral stripe that spans the length of the body. Cherry barbs are active and peaceful schooling fish. The species thrives in groups of six or more. The fish’s hardy nature makes it popular among beginner and experienced fish keepers alike

If you're looking to maximize the color-to-size ratio of your fish, you'll be hard pressed to beat Cherry Barbs (Puntius titteya). Males are an electric red color that can be spotted from across the room, despite their average size of 1-1.5". Females sport golden-orange bodies and may be required for males to show their full colors. 

Cherry Barbs like calm, planted tanks. Tankmates include other small cyprinids, tetras, livebearers, and most peaceful fish. They are extremely tolerant of water chemistry - ideal for the beginner aquarium.