Freshwater Fish Care Guides

Welcome to the Tropical Treasures Wyo aquarium blog — your resource for freshwater fishkeeping. Browse species-specific care guides for guppies, neon tetras, bettas, cichlids, corydoras, and more, with tips on tank mates, feeding, water parameters, and breeding.

Aquarium Setup & Water Quality

Get beginner-friendly guidance on cycling new tanks, choosing filtration, managing water chemistry, and performing routine maintenance. Build a stable, healthy aquatic environment from day one.

Plants, Shrimp & Invertebrates

Discover how to grow live aquatic plants, keep neocaridina and caridina shrimp, and care for snails and other invertebrates. Find tips on lighting, fertilization, CO2, and creating a thriving planted community tank.

The Tank Buddy Blog

Aquascaping Substrate Guide: How to Choose the ...

A complete guide to choosing aquarium substrate — active vs. inert, depth and layering, the best picks for planted tanks, shrimp colonies, community tanks, and aquascapes, plus setup tips that...

Aquascaping Substrate Guide: How to Choose the ...

A complete guide to choosing aquarium substrate — active vs. inert, depth and layering, the best picks for planted tanks, shrimp colonies, community tanks, and aquascapes, plus setup tips that...

The Nitrogen Cycle in Aquariums: Complete Begin...

Learn exactly how the aquarium nitrogen cycle works, how to cycle a new tank with or without fish, how long it takes, and which test kits, water conditioners, and beneficial...

The Nitrogen Cycle in Aquariums: Complete Begin...

Learn exactly how the aquarium nitrogen cycle works, how to cycle a new tank with or without fish, how long it takes, and which test kits, water conditioners, and beneficial...

How Many Fish Can I Put in My Aquarium? | Stock...

The 1-inch-per-gallon rule is a myth. Learn the real way to stock your aquarium with species examples, bioload factors, and tank-size breakdowns.

How Many Fish Can I Put in My Aquarium? | Stock...

The 1-inch-per-gallon rule is a myth. Learn the real way to stock your aquarium with species examples, bioload factors, and tank-size breakdowns.

Best Fish for a 20 Gallon Long

A 20 gallon long aquarium gives fish more horizontal swimming room than a standard 20 high. Here are the best freshwater species and stocking combos for a 30" x 12"...

Best Fish for a 20 Gallon Long

A 20 gallon long aquarium gives fish more horizontal swimming room than a standard 20 high. Here are the best freshwater species and stocking combos for a 30" x 12"...

Best Fish for Beginner Aquariums & Easy Freshwa...

Best Fish for Beginner Aquariums and Easy Freshwater Fish for First-Time Fish Keepers Starting your first aquarium is exciting, and choosing the right aquarium fish can make the experience much...

Best Fish for Beginner Aquariums & Easy Freshwa...

Best Fish for Beginner Aquariums and Easy Freshwater Fish for First-Time Fish Keepers Starting your first aquarium is exciting, and choosing the right aquarium fish can make the experience much...

Freshwater Shrimp Tank Setup Guide

Freshwater Shrimp Tank Setup Guide How to Set Up a Successful Shrimp Aquarium Freshwater shrimp are one of the most popular additions to planted aquariums. Species such as Cherry Shrimp...

Freshwater Shrimp Tank Setup Guide

Freshwater Shrimp Tank Setup Guide How to Set Up a Successful Shrimp Aquarium Freshwater shrimp are one of the most popular additions to planted aquariums. Species such as Cherry Shrimp...