Bottom Eaters

Corydoras panda is a species of catfish belonging to the genus Corydoras, of the family Callichthyidae, and is a native member of the riverine fauna of South America

Sterba's corydoras is a member of the South American Corydoras genus of freshwater aquarium catfish and one of the most popular species of Corydoras due to its attractive markings. The fish is native to the Guaporé River region between Bolivia and Brazil.

Like many Corydoras species, Sterba's corydoras is a shoaling catfish, and thus should ideally be kept in groups of 5 or more. In the wild it can be found in Brazil and thus, wild caught fish prefer soft, acidic water. However, Sterba's corydoras is a hardy fish and tank bred specimens have adapted to a wider range of water conditions. However, like almost all fish it will not tolerate high levels of nitrates.

Unlike some other catfish they are not good algae eaters, but are good at "cleaning up" leftover food and detritus from the substrate.

Corydoras sterbai are relatively small for catfish, growing to a maximum size of only 2–2.6 inches (5.1–6.6 cm).

LEOPARD PLECO belong to the Loricariid family; however, they fall under the Pterygoplichthys genus. If you’ve not come across that category before, it’s a family of South American armored catfish  Plecos are an incredibly unique freshwater fish that will draw attention in any tank.

These large, interesting-looking fish are quite popular among aquarists for obvious reasons. Not only do they bring a neat aesthetic to the tank, but they’re low-maintenance as well!

The Albino Pleco (Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus) is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth catfishes. While many suckermouth catfish species have yet to be bred on any major scale in aquariums, the Longfin Bristlenose Pleco is one of the most easily- and often-bred “pleco” species in the aquarium hobby and many popular color morphs, such as this variety, have been developed. This fish is immediately distinguishable by its highly variable pink and yellow marbled pattern as well as the growth of many bristle-like appendages on its facial area beginning in sub-adulthood. Both sexes grow the appendages, but the growth and length is much more pronounced in males.

The Venezuelan corydoras, also known as a bronze cory or a green cory, is a small, tropical freshwater catfish that ranks among the most kept in home freshwater aquariums. These fish are easy to care for and hardy, but they are somewhat shy.

The clown loach is a peaceful fish and coexists well with nearly any tankmate. It is also an amusing species to watch and feed as it is very active during the day. Clown loaches will even eat any annoying snails that wind up in your aquarium. The clown loach is sometimes called a scaleless fish, but it actually does have small scales embedded in its skin. 

According to Wiki, The clown loach (Chromobotia macracanthus), or tiger botia is a  tropical fresh water belonging to the botidd loach family. It is the sole member of the genus Chromobotia. It originates in inland waters in Indonesia on the islands of sumatra and Borneo. In Sentarum, West Borneo that fish named: ulanguli. It is a popular fish in the freshwater aquarium trade and is sold worldwide

The yoyo loach, Almora loach or Pakistani loach is a freshwater fish belonging to the loach family Botiidae. It originates in the slow-running and still waters of the Ganges basin in northern India and possibly Nepal. Despite the alternative common name Pakistani loach, the true B. 

The yoyo loach is an interestingly colored loach that brings energy and activity to your tank. Their dark bands with light blue tint contrasts against their silver bodies creating a really interesting look. This fish is generally peaceful but is known to fight with members of their own species. They do well with other fish that are peaceful and can even stand their own with more aggressive fish.

The bronze corydoras, also known as a bronze cory or a green cory, is a small, tropical freshwater catfish that ranks among the most kept in home freshwater aquariums. These fish are easy to care for and hardy, but they are somewhat shy.

The Featherfin Catfish (Synodontis Euptera) is a species of catfish of the Mochokidae family, originally found in rivers and lakes of Central Africa, such as the White Nile river. These rivers have a rocky bottom, with an abundance of driftwood, large roots, and crevices, perfect for the Featherfin Catfish to hide from predators and scavenge for food.

The Synodontis Euptera is known as the Featherfin Squeaker for its unique sound-producing abilities. The squeaking is accomplished by rubbing the spines of its pectoral fins into grooves on its shoulders – the sound is a defense mechanism against predators and competing Featherfins during mating season. It is also a way of communicating with one another in dark places, caves, and around the driftwood. They may also be called Lace Cat or Synodontis Lace Catfish.

As for their appearance, you may encounter some that are pale gray with zebra-like stripes and others that are brown with black spots. The Featherfin Catfish changes its appearance over time. The zebra-like ones are juvenile, and the spotted ones have already matured.