The dwarf gourami (Trichopsis pumila, Arnold, 1936) is one of the most charming and delicate inhabitants of the home aquarium. These miniature labyrinth fish have earned their place in our tanks, and decades of collective experience have taught us how to keep them thriving. As the smallest representatives of the labyrinth fish family, their tiny size combined with a peaceful temperament makes them perfect candidates for planted nano tanks and species-only setups.
Cryptocoryne blassa
Cryptocoryne blassa is another member of the wonderful genus Cryptocoryne. Like its other close relatives Cryptocoryne blassa is very decorative. But there are also nice differences from its other relatives, namely it is resistant to “Cryptocoryne disease”, which makes it even more attractive for both novice amateurs and pros. It is a large, heat-loving species that decorates the background beautifully. Still don’t have one in your tropical aquarium? You should…
Barbus denisoni
Denisoni barbus first appeared in Europe only around 1997. Although the scientific description of the species is known for a long time. Its unusual coloration, peculiar behavior make it very attractive for keeping in decorative aquariums. Puntius denisonii is quite difficult to keep, and also restrains its spread by its still high price.
Echinodorus vesuvius
Echinodorus vesuvius appeared behind the glass of our aquariums quite recently, namely in 2007. This species is still a rarity in the underwater gardens of aquarists in the former Soviet Union. However, its decorative properties make it desirable in every aquarium household. And the simplicity of maintenance allows you to recommend it even to beginners. Its emerald narrow narrow spirally twisted leaves really resemble rising streams of smoke over the vent of the volcano of the same name, thanks to which the species got its name.
Echinodorus ocelot
Echinodorus ocelot is a mottled form, which is reflected in its name. This coloring is not lost in this species in low light. Very beautiful Echinodorus ozelot looks very beautiful when planted alone. And will be able to revitalize any underwater landscape. The species is very unpretentious. With its maintenance can cope with even a novice aquarist.
Moon gourami
Gourami moon appeared behind the glass of our aquariums relatively recently. On the territory of Russia imported in 1981. He immediately won the love of amateurs. Became quite popular due to its original coloration. Which resembles the lunar shine of the water surface on a clear night.
Echinodorus delicate
Echinodorus delicate got its name for its appearance. Indeed, its thickets resemble a soft, fluffy carpet, which you want to touch with your hand. Sometimes it is called grassy, its leaves really resemble grass on the lawn. However, this species is a grass.
Echinodorus amazonianus
Echinodorus amazonianus is a very beautiful, widespread plant among aquarists around the world. Its popularity is promoted not only by its luxurious appearance, but also by the fact that Echinodorus amazonianus is very unpretentious and undemanding to the conditions of maintenance. Therefore, it can decorate a room pond even a novice amateur.
Goldfish Water Eyes
Aquarium goldfish water eyes became known to European aquarists only in the middle of the last century. This varietate to this day remains a rarity. This is due to its rather high price, as well as more than exotic unusual species, and most importantly, it is relatively difficult to keep.