Dottybacks might look cute, but they can be some of the biggest bullies in your tank! Follow this advice for choosing a mild-mannered species. hubs.li/Q03q0vys0 #TropicalFishHobbyist #dottyback #saltwateraquarium

Always choose laughs over looks! #TropicalFishHobbyist #clownfish #cartoon #fishhumor

🗸 Rotala rotundifolia 🗸 Blyxa japonica What's your favorite aquatic plant? 📷: Steve Waldron #TropicalFishHobbyist #plantedtank #aquariumplants

Don't confuse the Brazilian ram with the similar Bolivian ram! The former can be identified by its large metallic greenish splotch on the base of the tail. 📷: Aquariumphoto.dk #TropicalFishHobbyist #cichlid #fishkeeping

Don't confuse the Brazilian ram with the similar Bolivian ram! The former can be identified by its large metallic greenish splotch on the base of the tail. 📷: hubs.li/Q03q0PLz0 #TropicalFishHobbyist #cichlid #fishkeeping

Acropora corals have come a long way since they were first introduced in the '90s! Learn how to maintain a colorful, thriving colony. hubs.li/Q03q0Xf70 #TropicalFishHobbyist #acropora #coral #coralcolony

You can bet this stars & stripes puffer is celebrating today! 🇺🇸 #HappyIndependenceDay #TropicalFishHobbyist #4thofjuly #fourthofjuly #independenceday2025

In most Boraras species, males can be identified by their bright-red or neon-orange coloration in the unpaired fins or on the body. Females have little to no red, clear fins, and a much fuller profile. 📷: hubs.li/Q03q0Xjv0 #TropicalFishHobbyist #freshwaterfish

Reefs are home to 25% of all marine life, & they could be lost by 2050 if trends continue. Coral Reef Alliance works to keep reefs healthy—and YOU can help! Through 8/31, $5 from every TFH subscription purchase will be donated to the Coral Reef Alliance. Subscribe: bit.ly/46uBgsA

While the Hawaiian volcano shrimp somewhat resembles a red cherry shrimp, they lay eggs at a much slower rate. Keep that in mind if you're planning to start a colony of these brackish beauties! #TropicalFishHobbyist #volcanoshrimp #aquariumshrimp

Strawberry anemones are truly dazzling creatures! What's the most amazing aquatic animal you've seen in the wild? 📷: Helen Walne #TropicalFishHobbyist #anemone #naturephotography

When you realize 1994 was 31 years ago...#ThrowbackThursday #TropicalFishHobbyist #vintage #vintagemagazine

As if we needed an excuse to show a pair of cute axolotls! #ShareAHugDay #TropicalFishHobbyist #axolotl #axolotllove #aquarist

Famous for their ease and simplicity, Father Fish setups often include wild-collected elements like leaves and seed pods. Would you try this method? 📷: Patrick Marshall (courtesy of Father Fish) #TropicalFishHobbyist #FatherFish #freshwateraquarium

Fish are always thinking about their next meal… #TropicalFishHobbyist #cartoon #fishhumor

We've shown our very first issue before, but have you ever seen our second? #ThrowbackThursday #TropicalFishHobbyist #vintagemagazine #magazine

You can help make a difference for coral reefs while reading about the world's most incredible aquatic animals! Subscribe to TFH, and we'll donate $5 to Coral Reef Alliance. tfhmagazine.com/subscriptions 📷: Kellon Spencer, Valentina Cucchiara #TropicalFishHobbyist #savecoralreefs

Algae will often take advantage of rapid changes in water quality, excess nutrients, and excess lighting when plants don't adapt fast enough. Find out how to keep algae growth under control. hubs.li/Q03BXkw50 #TropicalFishHobbyist #algae #fishkeeping

Your happy place is calling! 😌 #NationalRelaxationDay 📷: hubs.li/Q03BXnBr0 #TropicalFishHobbyist #koipond #koiponds #aquarist

Today, we celebrate the amazing pictures that capture the things we love—and the people who take them! #WorldPhotographyDay 📷: Helen Walne #TropicalFishHobbyist #photography #divinglife