Pet Zone Tropical Fish, San Diego, California

07/12/2025

Elegant, peaceful, and effortlessly beautiful—the Harlequin Rasbora is a staple of the freshwater aquarium hobby. With its vibrant orange body and striking black “harlequin” patch, this Southeast Asian native brings both color and harmony to any community or planted aquarium.

Harlequin Rasbora: The Jewel of Community Tanks (Trigonostigma heteromorpha) Elegant, peaceful, and effortlessly beautiful—the Harlequin Rasbora is a staple of the freshwater aquarium hobby. With its vibrant orange body and striking black “harlequin” patch, this Southeast Asian nat...

07/12/2025

Bold, ancient, and unmistakably unique—the Delhezi Bichir, also known as the Armored Bichir or Barred Bichir, is a living fossil that adds prehistoric flair to any large freshwater aquarium. With its striking dark vertical bands, spiny dorsal finlets, and thick armored body, this nocturnal predator from the Congo River Basin is a favorite among monster fish keepers and oddball enthusiasts alike.

Delhezi Bichir: The Striped Sentinel of the Congo (Polypterus delhezi) Bold, ancient, and unmistakably unique—the Delhezi Bichir, also known as the Armored Bichir or Barred Bichir, is a living fossil that adds prehistoric flair to any large freshwater aquarium. With its striking dark vertical....

07/11/2025

🔴 Rummynose Tetra – A sleek beauty from the Amazon River with a bright red nose and bold black-and-white tail! 🐟 These peaceful schooling fish are best kept in groups of 6 or more and thrive in soft, acidic water with stable conditions. Known as water quality indicators, they do best in well-planted tanks with gentle flow. A striking addition to any community setup! 🌿🌊

07/11/2025

🐸 African Dwarf Frog – A fun and fully aquatic frog from Central Africa! 🌍 These tiny amphibians are peaceful and quirky, best kept in groups of 2 or more. They thrive in warm, calm freshwater tanks with gentle filtration and soft substrate. Feed a mix of sinking pellets, frozen bloodworms, and brine shrimp. Great tankmates for small, peaceful fish! 💦

07/11/2025

🌊 Hillstream Loach – Nature’s mini river surfer from fast-flowing streams of Asia! 🐟 With their unique flattened bodies and suction-cup fins, these peaceful algae grazers love strong currents, cool temps, and oxygen-rich water. Perfect for planted river-style aquariums with smooth stones and plenty of flow! 🪨💨

07/11/2025

Looking to add something truly prehistoric and powerful to your freshwater setup? The Endlicheri Bichir is one of the most striking and robust members of the Polypterus family—famed for its large size, bold patterns, and ancient lineage. With its armored body and alert demeanor, this "dinosaur fish" makes a commanding centerpiece for any monster tank.

Endlicheri Bichir: A Living Fossil for Monster Fish Keepers (Polypterus endlicheri endlicheri) Looking to add something truly prehistoric and powerful to your freshwater setup? The Endlicheri Bichir is one of the most striking and robust members of the Polypterus family—famed for its large siz...

07/11/2025

f you're looking to add elegance, unity, and activity to your freshwater aquarium, the Rummynose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus and related species) is one of the most rewarding choices. With their striking red faces, silver bodies, and black-and-white striped tails, these small schooling fish are true aquatic showstoppers.

Rummynose Tetra: The Precision Swimmer of the Aquarium World If you're looking to add elegance, unity, and activity to your freshwater aquarium, the Rummynose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus and related species) is one of the most rewarding choices. With their striking red faces, silver bodies, and b...

07/10/2025

🌈 Neon Tetra – A classic favorite from the Amazon Basin! 🐠 Known for their vibrant blue and red stripes, Neon Tetras are peaceful schooling fish that thrive in soft, slightly acidic water. Keep them in groups of 6+ for confidence and natural behavior. Ideal for planted community tanks! 💡

07/10/2025

🌿 Otocinclus Catfish – A tiny algae-eating powerhouse from South America! 🐟 Native to fast-flowing rivers, these peaceful bottom dwellers thrive in planted tanks with clean, well-oxygenated water. Keep them in groups of 5+ for comfort, and always provide algae or veggie-based foods. Great for nano and community tanks! 💚

07/10/2025

✨ Emerald Eye Rasbora – A shimmering gem from Southeast Asia! 💚 These peaceful schooling fish light up planted tanks with their bright green eyes and sleek silver bodies. Best kept in groups of 6 or more, they love soft, slightly acidic water and plenty of swimming space. A perfect choice for nano and community aquariums! 🌱🐟