Coming to Volker's Aquarium!
Volker's Aquarium is located at 30 Taunus Drive in Winnipeg Manitoba. We thought we would take a moment to show what it is like to come to Volker's Aquarium. Volker's Aquarium is a home-based aquarium and fish supply store featuring a full fish and plant gallery; featuring over 100 aquariums and an extensive line of accessories including food, substrates, decor, and CO2 systems.
Volker's Aquarium also has a large fish selection with over 80 different species. In addition, we also have one of the largest selection of aquatic plants in Manitoba, with over 75 different varieties. Please check out our website for the most recent update lists.
Hillstream Loach Sale! 20% Off!!
Volker’s Aquarium is excited to announce our Hillstream Loach sale. The sale will will run from October 13th-26th. Hurry in limited quantities!
The reticulated hillstream loach, is a fascinating freshwater fish native to the streams and rivers of Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand and parts of Malaysia.
A few key points:
* They typically have a mottled pattern of brown, green, and black, which helps them blend into their rocky riverbed habitats.
* These fish have a flattened body, which is adapted for life in fast-flowing waters. Their streamlined shape helps them navigate strong currents.
* Hillstream loaches thrive in clean, well-oxygenated streams with rocky substrates. They prefer cooler water temperatures and are often found in areas with plenty of hiding spots.
* They are peaceful and social fish, often seen in small groups. They can be shy, so providing plenty of cover in an aquarium is essential.
* A well-filtered tank with a strong current, lots of rocks, and plants mimicking their natural habitat is ideal.
* These fish grow to a maximum size of about 2.5 inches and due to their activity level, a minimum tank size of 20 gallons is recommended.
* They thrive on a diet of high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, bloodworm, small invertebrates, and daphnia.
* They can be kept with other peaceful fish that enjoy similar water conditions, but it's best to avoid aggressive or overly active species.
Overall, reticulated hillstream loaches are a unique addition to a freshwater aquarium, offering both visual appeal and interesting behaviour.
At Volker's Aquarium we are excited to announce our Panda Garra Sale! These fish are a great addition to any community aquarium, or even a specialized river aquarium. Sales starts tomorrow (October 1, 2024)--Sale Ends October 6,2024
Habitat
Natural Environment: Panda garra are primarily found in the fast-flowing rivers and streams, where they inhabit rocky areas with plenty of vegetation.
Aquarium Setup:
They thrive in well-planted tanks with a substrate of fine gravel or sand, along with hiding spots created by rocks and driftwood.
Social Nature: They are generally peaceful and do well in community tanks, often forming small groups. Keeping them in schools of at least 3 to 5 individuals is recommended to reduce stress.
Feeding Habits: they primarily feed on algae and small invertebrates. They enjoy a varied diet that includes high-quality flakes, pellets, and blanched vegetables.
Care Requirements
Water Conditions: Panda garra prefer slightly acidic to neutral water (pH around 6.5-7.5) and a temperature range of 72-78°F (22-26°C).
Tank Maintenance: Regular water changes and a good filtration system are important to maintain water quality, as these fish thrive in clean environments.
Adult size: 2-3 inches
We are excited to announce that we are expecting a new Invertebrate shipment on Wednesday.
We expect to receive the following:
Blue Dream Shrimp
Amano Shrimp
Onion Nerite Snail
Supreme Red Fire Shrimp
Yellow Fire Shrimp
Shining Orange Shrimp
Red Cherry Shrimp
Plant Sale on Now!
3 Bundles $10, 5 Bundles $15. Various varieties, lots to choose from.
New Fish Shipment
Dwarf Chain Loach
New fish shipment! Mosquito Rasbora!
Got new Fish shipment in
Kuhli loaches
Galaxy rasboras CPT
Mosquito rasbora
Silver shark (Bala shark)
Congo tetra
Hillstream loach
Golden pristella tetra
and much more check my webpage stock list https://www.volkersaquarium.ca/current-stock-fish
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