Fish #1

I was bored, so guess who decided it would be such a beautiful idea to write loads of information about fish.

Yes, fish.

So, there are a lot of fish, they're pretty diverse, so I'll just start off with a few basics and I'll probably make another blog with more :P

To any of fish lovers out there, feel free to recommend which fish to give info about :D

Corydoras

Corydoras are a type of freshwater catfish, belonging in the family Callichthyidae, and subfamily Corydoradinae. 

They are generally found in smaller sized streams, marshes, pons, and along the margins of large rivers. They are native to slow-moving and almost still streams in South Australia, where the water is very murky, and also shallow.

They are not very colourful, but their small size and peaceful temperament make them a great choice for any community aquariums. They are peaceful towards their tankmates, and along with that, corydoras and bottom feeders, which are very helpful in cleaning any leftover food at the bottom of the tank.

Fun Facts!

There are over 160 recognised species of corydoras, with many more needing to be classified

Yes, they have gills, but they also use their intestines to absorb oxygen, allowing them to live in low oxygen environments.

Corydoras are covered in bony plates that provide protection against predetors.

With proper care, Corydoras can live up to 8-10 years, some species even reaching to 20 years.

Betta fish - Siamese fighting fish

Siamese fighting fish- or scientifically, Betta splendens, are freshwater fish known for their vibrant colours, flowing fins, and aggressive behaviour (particularly among males).

Betta Splendens are among the most popular aquarium fish in the words, because of their colourful and diverse morphology and relatively low maintenance.

They were originally given the scientific name "Macropodus pugnax" in 1849, literally "aggressive fish with big feet (probably in reference of their pelvic fins)

Bettas are native to Thailand and are also present in Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, and Vietnam.

Fun Facts!

They are the national aquatic animal of Thailand

Male bettas are territorial and cannot be kept together, while multiple females can co-exsist

They prefer warm water temperatures, ideally around 24-30°C (75-86°F)