In theory I know rainbow shiners (Notropis chrosomus) exist and yes, they are very pretty. Especially in breeding colours.
But every now and again I’ll come across a video or picture and just catch my breath. I mean, look at them. That’s hardly fair that they look like that and exist on this planet.
I mean… just look at them!
Holy shit!
They’re like little gem-encrusted neon blips of pure whimsy.
Anyway, North American native fish species are criminally unrepresented in the aquarium world and these bad boys are pretty close to the top on my long, long, very long fish wish list.
They’re like little gem-encrusted neon blips of pure whimsy.
I’ve had this fish for like over a month now and this is only the second time he’s been out and about. Meet Steak (we brought him to a steak and shake on the way home from getting him) the newest saltsquad member, he’s a beautiful Court Jester Goby that does a great job keeping the sandbed clean.
Court Jesters are lovely fish! They’re really shy, though. Also, they need a lot of sand to pick through for food, they don’t do well in small tanks despite their small size. Anyone looking to get one should keep that in mind. The Hector’s goby is a similar looking fish with very similar behavior (lots of hovering and picking at things) that can stand having less sand around, and eats hair algae as a bonus, so they’re good for tanks that haven’t been up long enough to have that really active sandbed. The two shouldn’t be kept together as they’ll probably fight. Hector’s gobies need at least a 20 gallon aquarium or a 10g with a refugium, Court Jesters generally need at least a 30g to get enough food.
Congrats on your pointy cutie coming out of hiding! There’s a decent chance he’ll come out more and more as nothing threatens him, though he’s always gonna be shy.
In May of 2015, the first warm blooded fishwas discovered. Lampris guttatus (otherwise known as Opah or Moonfish) is a deep-sea dwelling endotherm, meaning it internally regulates its body temperature. This is very unique because all other fish are ectotherms and rely on the environment as their heat source. The Opah’s endothermic nature means that it can swim faster, see better, and respond to its environment quicker.
Definitely do not regret buying this silly fish. Previous owner didn’t have room for it and all it did was hide. Its old tank didn’t have any plants in it and I think that may be why it didn’t do anything but hide. It has two caves in this tank that he only uses when I bring out the scary gravel vacuum 😂
WHAT A HANDSOME RIBBON!!!
Black ghost knifefish. Incredibly maneuverable, and they produce tiny pulses of electricity to feel their way around. Awesome fish.
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