Native Indian Fish

The Blue Badis (Badis badis), also commonly known as the Chameleon Fish, is a nano-sized member of the perch family indigenous to the Ganges River system of India.  The “chameleon fish” name refers to the unique ability of this fish, particularly adult males, to dramatically change colors during ...

The Scarlet Badis is an exquisitely beautiful species that has all of the best qualities that one could seek in a "nano" fish!   The Scarlet Badis (Dario dario), also known as the Gem Badis, is a beautiful micro fish that hails from India. This rare fish displays brilliant red and blue vertical s...

The Crimson Loach (Schistura sp. Crimson),  is a long-time favourite for the community and planted aquarium. Which is a brown to burgundy colour covered with bright orange stripes. Native  to  Kerala, southern India. (possibly other nearby areas), the Crimson loach  The pH of these waterways can ...

One of the MOST STUNNING loaches we have. Described from ‘rapids’ on the slopes of the Nilgiri Hills, western Tamil Nadu state, southern India. The Nilgiris fall within the boundaries of the Nilgiris UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, form part of the Western Ghats mountain chain and are located close to ...

Inhabits slow-moving streams and small rivers. It’s preferred habitats are characterised by soft substrates. Provide as many hiding places as possible, along with a soft, sandy substrate. The addition of some dried beech or oak leaves and pieces of driftwood would simulate the natural habitat of ...

The Brilliant Hatchet Dadio is a relative rarity in the aquarium world, but it is a very attractive and outgoing schooling species that is a wonderful addition to the subtropical planted or nano aquarium. The Brilliant Hatchet Dadio (Laubuca dadiburjori), is a very beautiful, small, subtropical c...

A small, peaceful barb found in clear water streams in Northeastern India, the Drape Fin or High Fin Barb is named for the spectacular large dorsal fins of adult males, which are used in mating displays. A shoaling fish, they are found in large aggregations in the wild and should be kept in group...

The  Zebra Loach (Botia almorhae), also known as the Burmese or Silver Striped Loach, is native to India and throughout Myanmar. As a juvenile, this species looks somewhat similar to the Yo Yo Loach (Botia almorhae), but is a distinctly different species. It is a very active, inquisitive fish tha...

The Arulius Barb  (Dawkinsia tambraparniei ) is a very popular Indian Barb species that is native Stream 7 miles from Kalladaikurichi, Tambraparni watershed, Tinnevelly District, Madras State, India.. It has multiple wild populations, and many of these populations display colour variations that a...

Channa andrao The snakeheads are members of the freshwater perciformes  fish family Channidae, native to parts of Africa and Asia. These elongated, predatory fish are distinguished by their long dorsal fins, large mouths, and shiny teeth. They breathe air with gills, which allows them to migrate ...

The Setnai Barb It is rather exceptional in appearance, but not as often available as many more widespread barb species. It is native to India. When kept in larger groups, males will display their best coloration while competing to attract females. The Setnai Barb typically occupies the top and m...

Dawkinsia: named for Richard Dawkins, for ‘his contribution to the public understanding of science and, in particular, of evolutionary science’. filamentosa: from the Latin filamentosa, meaning ‘filamentous’, in reference to the dorsal-fin extensions which develop as the fish mature. Endemic to b...

The Malabar danio (Devario malabaricus) is a very active, colourful species that is native to India, Nepal, and Indochina. At an adult size of around 3 inches (7 - 8 cm), this peaceful schooling fish is an excellent addition to the well-decorated community aquarium and a true giant species for a ...

It was only last year that this beautiful Indian barb has been described scientifically. It originates from the south of India. Presently it is only known from hill streams in the Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu. It differs from the other Indian barbs of its closer relationship (eg D. arulius, D...

Tank should be well planted with floating plants also used. An abundance of hiding places should be provided as this species likes to hide away during the day. Bogwood, rock caves and PVC piping are all suitable for this purpose.  Sand should be used as substrate as the spiny eels often like to ...

An aquarium with a decent flow rate, decorated with a sandy substrate, smooth rocks and driftwood roots would simulate the natural habitat of P. marginatus. It is equally at home in a stiller, planted aquarium as well. Also known as the common catopra, this is still quite a rare species in the ho...