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It's Not a Syn

It's Not a Syn

By Aquatropic Staff | April 14, 2026

One of the coolest little cats around is the Dwarf Petricola Catfish (Synodontis petricola). Truthfully, all the Syno's are s … Read more
Gar? Barracuda? Characin?

Gar? Barracuda? Characin?

By Aquatropic Staff | April 9, 2026

Ctenolucius hujeta is a remarkable fish, with many common names. We call it the Silver Hujeta Gar, but you'll see it marketed … Read more
Thinking About Thayeri

Thinking About Thayeri

By Aquatropic Staff | March 18, 2026

In 1865 and 1866 there was a famous expedition into the Amazon for the sake of biological and geological exploration. Over th … Read more
Blue Diamond Guppy

Blue Diamond Guppy

By Aquatropic Staff | March 16, 2026

The Blue Diamond Guppy is a stunning freshwater livebearer prized for its deep, shimmering blue coloration that sparkles like … Read more
Your Own Little Vampire (Crabs)

Your Own Little Vampire (Crabs)

By Aquatropic Staff | March 13, 2026

Not every LFS around gets into Geosesarma Crabs. Which is a great shame, these are very interesting critters and they need an … Read more