Joshua@themandaringarden

Arothron hispidus The Stars and Stripes Puffer fish is a large, non reef safe fish. They are extremely maneuverable and highly intelligent, making them a prized choice for a fish only or fish only with live rock set up. With their high intelligence, large body and no spine body these are one of the easiest … Read more Stars and Stripes Puffer Fish Care Guide

 Wetmorella tanakai The Tanaka Pygmy Wrasse is a low maintenance, low profile wrasse with beautiful colors. They like to spend a majority of their time hiding in the rock work. Some are so elusive that the tank owner will only see them a few times a day, even when there are no predatory fish … Read more Tanaka Pygmy Wrasse Care Guide

 Gymnothorax favagineus Tessalata Eel are rare fish in aquariums, not because of their difficulty but because of their size. Coming in at no less than 5′ when mature, these eels demand a tank made specifically for them. Attempting to house them with other fish can work for sometime, however these eels will eat just … Read more Tessalata Eel Care Guide

 Cryptocentrus cinctus The Yellow Watchman Goby, also known as the Yellow Prawn Goby brings a guardian like attitude to the tank. These guys love to sit near their homes, which can be either burrows in the sand or caves formed by live rock. When placed in tanks with the Pistol Shrimp they will form … Read more Yellow Watchman Goby Care Guide

 Paracheilinus flavianalis Wildly alluring, the Yellowfin Flasher Wrasse is one of the most eye catching fish available. Their dashing, flashing displays are one of beauty, while their care level and tank requirements are almost basic. These factors make them a strong choice for new and experienced aquarists alike. A member of the Labridae family, … Read more Yellowfin Flasher Wrasse Care Guide

 Opisognathus aurifrons The Yellowhead Jawfish, sometimes called the pearly jawfish, is a small carnivore who creates a small cavern underneath the sand bed. They fortify their new burrow with larger pieces of rock, sand and miscellaneous debris, creating a solid tunnel for their home. They are able to dig these homes thanks to their … Read more Yellowhead Jawfish Care Guide

 Zebrasoma flavescens Yellow Tangs are one of the most popular choices for new large aquariums. They are fairly easy to care for, easy to feed, they get along with most other fish and are reef safe. Occasionally these fish can be seen harassing new shrimp and crabs, so be sure to add your clean … Read more Yellow Tang Care Guide

Synchiropus picturatus Spotted Mandarins (Synchiropus Picturatus) offer a middle ground between the scooter blenny and green mandarin in terms of difficulty. They bring a unique look with a solid green body covered in spots. These can either be a solid black or outlined with green and orange circles. While they may look different they are … Read more Spotted Mandarin Care Guide

Echidna nebulosa The Snowflake Eel has earned a special place in my heart and is the first eel I’ve ever owned. Their constant smile and fun feeding habits make them a great addition to any tank with semi-aggressive, larger fish that it cannot attack. Their bodies are mostly white with black and yellow splotches across … Read more Snowflake Eel Care Guide

 Pseudocheilinus hexataenia The Six Line Wrasse is one of the most active and colorful fish that is still easy to own. They swim to all areas of the tank, making for a great show fish. They love having large areas to swim while also having rockwork to hide in. They raise fins and get … Read more Six Line Wrasse Care Guide