Goodjoseph Live Aquarium Fish Store

Goodjoseph Live Aquarium Fish Store Without the hobbyist, nothing that we do would be possible. We love to fish,we know you do too We love to fish. And we know you do too.

Part of our mission at good joseph Farms is to promote conservation and sustainability efforts so that everyone can continue to have these experiences both in their home aquariums and in the wild. We support both aquaculture and sustainable wild collection and hope to help guide you to make the best decisions possible.

02/26/2024
into Shrimp: Pinto Shrimp is a popular variety of freshwater aquarium shrimp known for its unique and marbled coloration...
11/03/2023

into Shrimp: Pinto Shrimp is a popular variety of freshwater aquarium shrimp known for its unique and marbled coloration. These shrimp have striking patterns with a mix of colors and shapes on their exoskeleton. The specific appearance of Pinto Shrimp can vary, and they come in various color variations, such as zebra pintos, spotted pintos, and more

Green Jade Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. "Green Jade") is a freshwater shrimp species that is popular in the aquarium ...
11/02/2023

Green Jade Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. "Green Jade") is a freshwater shrimp species that is popular in the aquarium hobby due to its striking green coloration. These shrimp are a variation of the Cherry Shrimp and belong to the Neocaridina davidi species. Here are some key characteristics and care information for Green Jade Shrimp

09/04/2023

The Red Slender Harlequin Rasbora, scientifically known as Trigonostigma heteromorpha, is a captivating and colorful freshwater fish species that's popular in the aquarium hobby. It's often referred to simply as the "Harlequin Rasbora" or "Harlequin Tetra." Here's some information about this fish:

Appearance: The Red Slender Harlequin Rasbora is named for its striking coloration. It has a deep red-orange body with a prominent black wedge-shaped patch that starts at the dorsal fin and tapers towards the tail. The rest of the body is typically silver or pale gold, and the fins may have hints of red or orange.

Size: These rasboras are relatively small and typically reach a size of around 1.5 inches (3.8 centimeters) in length.

Social Behavior: Harlequin Rasboras are known for their peaceful and social nature. They are best kept in groups of at least six or more, as they are schooling fish. Keeping them in a group reduces stress and encourages natural shoaling behavior.

Diet: They are omnivores and will readily accept a variety of foods. High-quality flake foods, pellets, and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms are all suitable for their diet. A varied diet helps maintain their health and coloration.

Water Parameters: Harlequin Rasboras do well in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. The temperature should be kept between 73-81°F (23-27°C).

Tank Setup: Provide a well-planted aquarium with plenty of open swimming space. They appreciate a tank with driftwood and rocks to mimic their natural habitat, which typically includes slow-moving streams and forested areas. A well-planted tank with subdued lighting will help bring out their colors.

Compatibility: These rasboras are generally peaceful and can be kept with other peaceful community fish of similar size. Avoid keeping them with larger, aggressive species that may intimidate or harass them.

09/04/2023

The Odessa Barb (Pethia padamya), sometimes simply referred to as the Odessa, is a colorful and lively freshwater fish that's popular among aquarium enthusiasts

Origin: The Odessa Barb is native to Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) in Southeast Asia.

Appearance: These barbs are known for their striking and vibrant colors. They have an iridescent body that can range from silver to gold, with a distinctive red or orange stripe running along their body from head to tail. Their fins are often red or orange, adding to their overall beauty.

Size: Odessa Barbs are relatively small, typically reaching a size of around 1.5 to 2 inches (3.8 to 5 centimeters) in length.

Social Behavior: They are known for their lively and active nature. Odessa Barbs are schooling fish, which means they thrive when kept in groups of at least six or more. Keeping them in a group helps reduce stress and encourages natural shoaling behavior.

Diet: Odessa Barbs are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. They can be fed high-quality flake foods, pellets, and live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. A varied diet helps maintain their health and vibrant colors.

Water Parameters: They do well in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. The temperature range should be around 72-78°F (22-26°C).

Tank Setup: Provide a well-planted aquarium with plenty of open swimming space. Odessa Barbs enjoy a planted tank with some floating plants to create shaded areas. They are relatively hardy but appreciate clean water, so proper filtration is important.

Compatibility: Odessa Barbs are generally peaceful but can be somewhat nippy, especially during mating displays or when kept in insufficient numbers. They are best kept with other peaceful community fish of similar size.

The Odessa Barb is known for its vivid colors and active nature, making it a popular choice for community aquariums. When kept in suitable conditions and in the company of their own kind, they can display their natural behaviors and showcase their vibrant beauty.

The Red Wag Platy is compatible with most other peaceful aquarium species.  It is an omnivore, so it will potentially pr...
03/28/2023

The Red Wag Platy is compatible with most other peaceful aquarium species. It is an omnivore, so it will potentially prey on smaller dwarf shrimp and their fry, but it is otherwise safe to keep with peaceful invertebrates as well. This fish is not a picky eater and it will accept a variety of high-quality dry foods, but these should be supplemented with a variety of frozen foods as well

The Albino Neon Tetra is a fish species that is prized for its bright, glowing appearance. It is a type of tetra fish, w...
02/13/2023

The Albino Neon Tetra is a fish species that is prized for its bright, glowing appearance. It is a type of tetra fish, which is a popular choice for aquarium enthusiasts due to its small size and vibrant colors.

The Albino Neon Tetra is distinctive for its lack of pigmentation, which gives it a pale, translucent appearance. Unlike other tetra species, which are typically brightly colored, the Albino Neon Tetra has a translucent body with a white to light yellow tint and red fins.

The L201 Snowball Pleco is an uncommon pleco that displays a striking pattern and stays a very manageable size!The Snowb...
02/07/2023

The L201 Snowball Pleco is an uncommon pleco that displays a striking pattern and stays a very manageable size!

The Snowball Pleco is an extremely beautiful and very peaceful, hardy addition to almost any aquarium.
At a maximum size of 5.5 to 6.3 inches, this is a very practical and manageable fish.
This fish will not bother most plants. It will also scavenge and consume most uneaten fish food.
The Snowball Pleco is an aquarium fish with a unique appearance as well as plenty of personality.

The Gold Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) is a freshwater fish species that is native to Mexico and parts of Central A...
01/27/2023

The Gold Sailfin Molly (Poecilia latipinna) is a freshwater fish species that is native to Mexico and parts of Central America. It is a member of the Poeciliidae family, which also includes the popular Guppy and Platy fish. They are known for their gold color and sail-like dorsal fin. They are hardy and easy to care for, making them a popular choice for beginner aquarists. They can grow up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) in length and can be kept in a variety of tank sizes. They are also known to be good community tank fish, as they are peaceful and can get along with other species.

The Imperial Purple Crayfish (Cherax alyciae, formerly Cherax peknyi) is a never before seen color morph of the Cherax a...
01/27/2023

The Imperial Purple Crayfish (Cherax alyciae, formerly Cherax peknyi) is a never before seen color morph of the Cherax alyciae species

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01/22/2023

Wall art by goodjosephlivefishstore.com

Pom Pom Crabs are found in tropical and sub-tropical environments in Asia, Australia, Taiwan, New Caledonia, Madagascar,...
01/21/2023

Pom Pom Crabs are found in tropical and sub-tropical environments in Asia, Australia, Taiwan, New Caledonia, Madagascar, and Africa. Similar to Amanos, these Pom Pom Crabs require brackish water to successfully breed them.

A general rule of thumb for keeping shrimps is 10 shrimps per gallon. Pom Pom Crabs are peaceful and spend most of their time eating algae and biofilm off plants, glass, and substrate.

The Black Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare "Black") is a classic angelfish variety that is long-beloved in the aquarium h...
01/21/2023

The Black Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare "Black") is a classic angelfish variety that is long-beloved in the aquarium hobby. Our specimens of this variety are a deep black coloration. This shoaling cichlid is relatively peaceful compared to other members of the cichlid family.

01/20/2023

This aquatic mollusk is one of the most sought-after snails in the aquarium hobby. Snails from the Tylomelania Genus are known as "Sulawesi Snail", "Elephant Snail", or "Giant Rabbit Snail". These elephant-faced creatures came to us from freshwater lakes in Indonesia and the peaceful nature of the Rabbit Snail is one factor that makes it interesting to keep them. They have long black and white, spiral-like shells that can grow up to 4.5" long.

Now in stock Multisquamata Rainbows (Glossolepis multisquamata) are found in the Mamberamo River in Papua New Guinea. Th...
01/06/2023

Now in stock

Multisquamata Rainbows (Glossolepis multisquamata) are found in the Mamberamo River in Papua New Guinea. They are similar to Emerald Rainbows in appearance - males have dark green fins and show yellow-orange lines along the abdomen

Kali Biru Rainbowfish has collected live specimens for the aquarium trade from various locations in New Guinea. The late...
01/02/2023

Kali Biru Rainbowfish has collected live specimens for the aquarium trade from various locations in New Guinea. The latest color variant was collected in 1999 from Kali Biru Lake (Lake Nenggwambu) in West Papua

it is now available for sale exclusively on our website

https://www.goodjosephlivefishstore.com/product/kali-biru-rainbowfish/

the Blue Mystery Snail is a very unique creature. As you can tell by their name, this Mystery Snail has a beautiful blue...
12/08/2022

the Blue Mystery Snail is a very unique creature. As you can tell by their name, this Mystery Snail has a beautiful blue/grey round shell with a black foot.

Polypterus mokelembembe is a new species of bichir from the central Congo River                                         ...
12/05/2022

Polypterus mokelembembe is a new species of bichir from the central Congo River

The fire eel is a relatively large species of spiny eel. This omnivorous freshwater fish is native to in Southeast Asia....
12/04/2022

The fire eel is a relatively large species of spiny eel. This omnivorous freshwater fish is native to in Southeast Asia. The black patterns and red markings make it a very attractive fish for your aquarium😍

Devils 😈
11/27/2022

Devils 😈

This tiny fish is extremely peaceful and is ideal for the nano aquarium.  It is even safe to keep with adult dwarf shrim...
09/23/2022

This tiny fish is extremely peaceful and is ideal for the nano aquarium. It is even safe to keep with adult dwarf shrimp!

Emerald Dwarf Rasboras are tiny little fish with lots of s***k! They usually feature a beautiful coral pink or sun-kissed orange coloration, but what really makes them stand out is the striking turquoise green stripes along their sides that glow brilliantly under any lighting (these stripes may appear more purple in color on some fish)

The Frontosa Cichlid is endemic to the northern half of Lake Tanganyika, where it inhabits the deep, rocky habitat, and ...
09/21/2022

The Frontosa Cichlid is endemic to the northern half of Lake Tanganyika, where it inhabits the deep, rocky habitat, and is most abundant at depths of 30-120m. Here, this species gathers in large aggregations of up to 1000 individuals, feeding on smaller fish and macro-invertebrates

Congo Leopard Puffer
09/12/2022

Congo Leopard Puffer

Fahaka Puffer fish, like all species of puffer fish, have the ability to puff themselves up with air or water when they ...
09/07/2022

Fahaka Puffer fish, like all species of puffer fish, have the ability to puff themselves up with air or water when they feel threatened. When the Fahaka Puffer has puffed itself up, it reveals that it has tiny spikes all over its skin. These spikes are a form of self-defense that makes them a lot less appealing to predators







This dwarf goby boasts brilliant coloration in males and is an active and entertaining fish for peaceful aquariums with ...
09/05/2022

This dwarf goby boasts brilliant coloration in males and is an active and entertaining fish for peaceful aquariums with high water flow.

The Red Lipstick Sicyopus Goby (Sicyopus rubicundus) is a very rare freshwater dwarf goby that is native to Indonesia. It is known for the yellow second dorsal fin and bright red/orange coloration that mature male specimens display on their lips and back half of the body. Females are not as colorful, but are still very active and interesting. This fascinating fish is a micropredator that is an excellent candidate for the mature aquarium. There have been some instances where they may go after dwarf shrimp or other nano ivertebrates but they are safe to keep with larger species of shrimp







Purple Multicolor Dumbo Halfmoon Male Betta
09/04/2022

Purple Multicolor Dumbo Halfmoon Male Betta

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I was born in a very rural part of Kentucky and because of that, I grew up loving everything about nature. My favorite shows as a kid we're always nature shows and when I was playing outside I would pretend to be Marlin Perkins from Mutual of Ohama's, Wild Kingdom or an explorer filming for National Geographic. My exposure to aquarium fish was very limited during that time. My Aunt's husband maintained a 20-gallon aquarium with community fish. I would see all the swordtails and mollies and would wonder why there was nothing like that in my local "crick" I played in. 30 years later I finally got to snorkel with wild mollies in Honduras so that was a scratch-off my Bucket List.

While stationed in the army in Germany. that was my first exposure to African Cichlids. These German Raised Africans impressed me with the colors a freshwater fish could have. I was hopelessly hooked.

I returned home and before I knew it, I was living in a one-bedroom apartment with eleven fish tanks. I joined the local aquarium club and within a few years became Vice President and then President. We met at a local pet shop that had plenty of room for our meetings and I ended up managing that pet store for approximately a year.

I moved to Florida after attending a pet industry trade show in Tampa. I visited the company I was buying fish from and they had just lost a salesman. A couple of visits and the job was mine. Some of my favorite memories in this business was working for the Florida Fish Coop. It was there I really got my first inside shot in this business.

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