The underwater life has a certain mystery and allure to it. Human beings love pursuing knowledge that is unknown, unexplored or forbidden. And the underwater territory happens to be something that does not make it to the surface (in all sense of the word) much. This thus brings us to the topic of discussing some elements that make up the underwater ecosystem. Speaking of which, the life that brews beneath the surface is often exciting and colourful, which is also why human beings want to capture the essence and decorate their living rooms in the form of aquariums. Here, in this article, we shall look at some colorful freshwater aquarium fish that you might want to know about.
Boeseman’s Rainbowfish:
The name itself gives it away. This little one is endemic to Indonesia and showcases a spectrum of vibrant colors. This freshwater fish comes in various species, but the one that made to our list has a unique pattern that we ought to discuss about. They have a blue or sometimes a shade of purple in the front half while the other half is usually reddish with a tint of orange. They also have narrow yet dark lines running throughout the length of their bodies and their fins are usually orange or white.
Flowrerhorn Cichlid:
The Flowerhorn Cichlid is quite aggressive in their attitude and has a very peculiar shape of their head. They come in various species and various vivid colors, but the ones that are red can adorn your living room with their bright presence. Another fascinating piece of information about this fish is that they are not a pure breed. They are, in fact, cross-bred with different American Cichlid fish species to give rise to the Flowerhorn Cichlid.
Endler’s Livebearer:
This species is quite a rarity, and you might not be able to get your hands on them in your regular pet shop. This species of fish is extremely colourful, vibrant and have a striking palette of neon colors that can grab anyone’s attention in an instant. Therefore, if you need your aquarium to grab the eyeballs of your guests and add some color to the dull paint in your drawing room, this is the fish that you must go for at all costs.
Male Betta:
The Male Betta is known for its highly aggressive nature and is sometimes referred to as the Siamese Fighting Fish. They have a distinctive fin shape and come in colors like the red, blue, purple, yellow, white and black. The Male Betta has a long life span which has probably got to do with its fighting skills. They fight to survive, and this, thus, makes them easy to care for.
Fantail Guppy:
The Fantail Guppy comes in several varieties of colors and patterns, and they are quite inexpensive, which makes them an instant favorite. Their spectrum of colors is quite wide, and you can find them in almost every shade. Therefore, adding a couple of Fantail Guppies to your aquarium can enhance the look and feel of your house and brighten up your day in the blink of an eye.
Conclusion:
These aforementioned freshwater aquarium fish might not always be easily accessible, and you might have to cover that extra mile to get your hands on them. But, if you are successful enough to get them to your living room, there is nothing like it.
