Other Coldwater Fish

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AXOLOTL
	The Axolotl or "Mexican Walking Fish" are very popular pets for an unheated aquarium or large bowl. They mainly feed by smell as they have poorly developed eyesight. If kept with fish, ensure the fish do not bite the axolotl's gills, and also that the fish are not small enough for the axolotl to eat. The Axolotl is a neotenic amphibian: unlike related species they do not metamorphose into a salamander, instead remaining/breeding in the "juvenile" stage. They can grow to about 20-25cm and are also able to regenerate damaged limbs and gills.
PARADISE FISH
	This is a very adaptable fish: able to be kept in unheated or heated aquaria, and in outdoor ponds. Paradise fish can sometimes be aggressive towards tank mates such as fancy goldfish, but this varies with individual fish. The paradise fish has been popular as an aquarium fish since the 1860's, and a number of different aquarium varieties now exist. Males grow to about 7-8cm and the females remain slightly smaller.
WHITE CLOUD
	One of the most popular of all aquarium fish, white clouds tolerate a wide range of temperatures and are ideal for both heated and unheated aquaria, and for outdoor water features. Very peaceful, they are best kept in a school as this gives the males a chance to try and outshine their rivals with impressive fin displays. They are not fussy about water conditions and eat most standard fish foods. White clouds grow to about 4cm, breed readily and the young fish have a neon stripe.
Other Coldwater Fish Available In Store: Gold Medaka, Neosilurus Hyrtlii Catfish.

Please note that the advice presented on our site is intended to be used as a guideline only and includes techniques that in our experience have been successful. Many variables may affect the condition of your water and we recommend that you seek advice should you become worried about the health of your fish.

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