Pet Zone Tropical Fish, San Diego, California

08/16/2025

The Malayan Butterfly Koi is a stunning variety of koi fish prized for its graceful long fins and vibrant coloration. Originating from selective breeding in Malaysia, this koi combines the beauty of traditional koi patterns with the elegance of flowing, ribbon-like fins, making it a favorite among pond keepers and ornamental fish enthusiasts.

Malayan Butterfly Koi Care Guide The Malayan Butterfly Koi is a stunning variety of koi fish prized for its graceful long fins and vibrant coloration. Originating from selective breeding in Malaysia, this koi combines the beauty of traditional koi patterns with the elegance of flowing, ribbon-like f...

08/15/2025

Sailfin Molly – Native to the coastal waters and freshwater streams of North and Central America, this livebearer is known for its impressive, sail-like dorsal fin and active nature. They thrive in warm, slightly brackish to freshwater tanks with plenty of swimming space and vegetation. Offer a varied diet of algae-based flakes, vegetables, and protein-rich treats to keep them healthy and vibrant.

08/15/2025

Fire Eel – A striking spiny eel species from Southeast Asia, easily recognized by its elongated body and vivid red-orange stripes. Despite their predatory nature, they’re generally shy and prefer spacious aquariums with sandy substrate, dim lighting, and plenty of hiding spots. Feed a diet of worms, shrimp, and other meaty foods, and ensure a secure lid—they’re skilled escape artists!

08/15/2025

Norman’s Lampeye Killifish – Native to slow-moving waters of West Africa, these tiny, peaceful fish are named for their bright, iridescent “lamplike” eyes. They thrive in planted community aquariums with gentle filtration, warm soft water, and calm tankmates. Feed small live, frozen, or high-quality micro foods to keep them active and their colors glowing.

08/15/2025

The Fire Eel is a striking and fascinating freshwater fish that captures attention with its elongated body, vibrant coloration, and unique behavior. Despite its name, the Fire Eel is not a true eel, but rather a member of the spiny eel family (Mastacembelidae). Native to Southeast Asia, particularly in slow-moving rivers, swamps, and floodplains, this species is highly sought after by aquarium enthusiasts for its bold personality and beauty.

Fire Eel (Mastacembelus erythrotaenia) Care Guide The Fire Eel is a striking and fascinating freshwater fish that captures attention with its elongated body, vibrant coloration, and unique behavior. Despite its name, the Fire Eel is not a true eel, but rather a member of the spiny eel family (Mastac...

08/14/2025

Red Spot Severum – A beautiful South American cichlid variety, admired for its golden body adorned with bright red speckles. Peaceful for a cichlid, they do well in spacious tanks with warm, clean water, driftwood, and hardy plants. Feed a varied diet of high-quality pellets, vegetables, and occasional frozen treats to maintain vibrant colors and good health.

08/14/2025

Bumblebee Catfish – Native to South American rivers, this small nocturnal catfish is named for its bold black-and-yellow banding. Peaceful and shy, it thrives in a well-decorated aquarium with hiding spots like caves and driftwood. Feed at night with sinking pellets, frozen foods, and live treats to keep it healthy and active.

08/14/2025

The Paskai Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil paskai), also known as the Red Neon Blue-Eye, is a small, brilliantly colored freshwater fish prized for its vibrant red body and striking blue eyes. Its dazzling appearance and peaceful nature make it a favorite for nano and planted aquariums.

Paskai Rainbowfish Care Guide The Paskai Rainbowfish (Pseudomugil paskai), also known as the Red Neon Blue-Eye, is a small, brilliantly colored freshwater fish prized for its vibrant red body and striking blue eyes. Its dazzling appearance and peaceful nature make it a favorite for nano and planted....

08/14/2025

The Long Fin Rosy Barb (Pethia conchonius) is a graceful and active freshwater fish admired for its flowing fins and shimmering pink-to-rosy body. Hardy and adaptable, it’s an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists looking to add elegance and movement to their community tanks.

Long Fin Rosy Barb Care Guide The Long Fin Rosy Barb (Pethia conchonius) is a graceful and active freshwater fish admired for its flowing fins and shimmering pink-to-rosy body. Hardy and adaptable, it’s an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists looking to add elegance and...

08/13/2025

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08/13/2025

Long Fin Rosy Barb – Native to South Asia’s rivers and streams, this hardy, active fish displays graceful, flowing fins and a warm rosy-gold glow. Best kept in groups of 5+ in spacious, well-planted tanks, they thrive on a varied diet of flakes, pellets, and veggies, with cooler, well-oxygenated water to keep them lively and vibrant!

08/13/2025

The Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae) is an active and playful freshwater fish known for its striking black-and-silver pattern, which resembles the letters “YOYO.” Popular among aquarists for both its beauty and its helpfulness in controlling snail populations, this species is a lively addition to community aquariums.

Yoyo Loach Care Guide The Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae) is an active and playful freshwater fish known for its striking black-and-silver pattern, which resembles the letters “YOYO.” Popular among aquarists for both its beauty and its helpfulness in controlling snail populations, this speci...