Author name: krishanu_dhali

Hi there! I'm Krishanu Dhali, the co founder of prikton . I have a deep love for everything related to aquariums—care, fish, plants, and the entire aquatic world. This passion drives me to share tips, guides, and stories to help you create and maintain beautiful, healthy aquariums.

Breeding-Otocinclus-Catfish
Freshwater Fish

Otocinclus Catfish Care Guide: Feeding, Tank Mates & Algae Tips

Otocinclus Catfish (Otocinclus spp.), also called “Otos,” are tiny, peaceful algae eaters perfect for planted community tanks. Their gentle nature, algae-cleaning skills, and schooling behavior make them highly sought-after by aquarists. This care guide covers everything you need to keep Otos happy and healthy—from feeding to tank setup and compatibility. Otocinclus Species Profile Characteristic Details […]

Cherry Barb
Freshwater Fish

Cherry Barb Care Guide: Tank Mates, Feeding & Breeding Tips

Cherry Barbs (Puntius titteya) are colorful, peaceful freshwater fish that add lively energy to any community tank. Their red hues, schooling behavior, and hardy nature make them perfect for beginners and rewarding for experienced fishkeepers. In this care guide, you’ll learn everything about tank setup, diet, compatibility, and breeding. Cherry Barb Species Profile Characteristic Details

Harlequin Rasboras fish
Freshwater Fish

Harlequin Rasbora Care Guide: Feeding, Tank Setup & Schooling Tips

Harlequin Rasboras (Trigonostigma heteromorpha) are peaceful, brightly colored schooling fish that add movement and contrast to planted aquariums. Known for their iconic black wedge and active behavior, they’re ideal for beginner community tanks. This care guide will walk you through everything from tank setup and feeding to ideal companions and breeding. Harlequin Rasbora Species Profile

Dwarf-Gourami
Freshwater Fish

Dwarf Gourami Care Guide

Dwarf Gouramis are one of the most eye-catching small freshwater fish you can keep. Their bright colors, calm swimming style, and curious behavior make them a popular choice for planted community tanks. But while they are often marketed as easy beginner fish, many problems happen when their specific needs are ignored. This guide fixes that.

Two-Corydoras-Catfish
Freshwater Fish

Corydoras Catfish Care Guide: Feeding,Breeding Tips

Corydoras catfish, or Corys, are popular, peaceful freshwater fish from South America. Easy to care for and charming, they thrive in groups.  This guide covers tank setup, water conditions, diet, and breeding for Corydoras catfish. Category Details Family Callichthyidae Physical Characteristics Small, armored bodies with barbels; various colors and patterns Natural Habitat and Behavior South

Flowerhorn-Cichlid
Freshwater Fish

18 Colorful Freshwater Fish for Aquariums

Aquarium enthusiasts love adding colorful freshwater fish to their tanks for a visually stunning display. Whether you seek a peaceful community fish or an active swimmer, colorful species enhance any setup. In this guide, we’ll explore 18 of the most colorful freshwater fish, their unique traits, and ideal tank conditions. List of 18 Most colorful