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Pseudanthias is a genus full of the most colorful, gorgeous schooling fish ever to swim. Many of them you've seen in your Local Fish Stores or perhaps online in forums or articles. Most of you will have seen Dispar and probably Lyretail Anthias; both make excellent choices for the home aquarium...

We say Cirrhilabrus, and you say beautiful, aquarium appropriate, and peaceful! The best part is you're right on all accounts! Pretty much every fish in this grouping (Cirrhilabrus is a genus) is drop dead gorgeous. Females are pretty, though more subdued than their even flashier, bigger finned...

Today, we are excited to announce a new aquacultured species is now available from us here at QM Labs. You can now buy aquacultured Atlantic Oyster Blennies through our valued store partners! The number of marine species available to aquarium enthusiasts is nothing short of stunning when you...

The Rubricaudalis Flasher Wrasse is a stunning and active marine fish prized for its vivid coloration and dynamic display behavior. Males are particularly colorful, showcasing bright shades of red, blue, and yellow, especially when "flashing" to attract mates or assert dominance. These wrasses...

We are proud to receive aquacultured Harlequin Basslets for the first time. The Harlequin Basslets are hardy and adapt well to aquarium life, making them a popular choice for marine and reef tanks. They prefer tanks with plenty of rockwork and caves where they can hide and establish territory...

These fish are often called Koi Tangs, and among these, the ones with predominantly blue faces are likely the kings of Koi. Blueface Koi Tangs aren't cheap, but no fish that has these looks and rarity is. While expensive, we can't think of a better “showpiece” fish for the vast majority of reef...

The Granulated Sea Star is a visually striking and peaceful addition to a marine aquarium. With its gentle temperament and scavenging habits, it can thrive in larger, well-maintained tanks. Proper acclimation, stable water conditions, and supplemental feeding are key to ensuring its health and...

Everyone wants an Angel. This is all well and good for those of us who aren't interested in keeping corals or other sessile (stuck in one place) invertebrates. Where this gets complicated is for the aquarists among us who desire to have both an Angel, AND corals. It's kind of an unwritten...

This rare Pelicier's Perchlet is highly prized for its vivid colors and peaceful demeanor, making it a unique addition to a well-maintained marine aquarium. With proper care and attention to their specific needs, they can thrive in captivity. Provide plenty of hiding spots with rocks or coral...

The Red-Toothed Triggerfish (Odonus niger) is named after the prominently visible red teeth that it has as an adult. The scientific genus Odonus is of Greek origin and is also a reference to their teeth. Without close inspection the Red-Toothed Trigger might seem unassuming from a distance – but...

Blennies of all types remain one of the most criminally underrated aquarium fish, perhaps ever. Regardless of the genus you choose, they are all super personality plus, always full of amazing activity, and the majority of them are both hardy and gorgeous. You can either love them, or just be...

Some marine aquarium fish are rarely seen in the hobby and trade for a variety of reasons, but when something new and different appears, it generates significant excitement among true marine fish enthusiasts. Such is the case with the Five Stripe Hogfish. Hobbyists and enthusiasts may wonder...

The Orange Axil Wrasse is found in the Indo-Pacific within the shallow clear waters of reef flats lagoons and seaward reefs up to 30 meters deep. They have vibrant colors that will stand out in your FOWLR aquarium. For continued health, we provide a varied diet daily. For frozen foods, Gamma is...

Known for their vibrant colors, unique swimming patterns, and symbiotic relationship with sea anemones, the Black Storm Ocellaris Clownfish are a delightful addition to any marine aquarium. QM Labs feeds all our aquacultured clownfish Nutramar Dry Foods for their continued health. Nutramar...

The wrasses we all know as Coris are a large and diverse group. A few of them are actually Pseudocoris and get lumped in because of similar body shapes and care requirements. As far as the ones we commonly see in the aquarium hobby, Pseudocoris aurantiofasciata is pretty uncommonly seen, and...

The Yellow Scopas Tang is a fantastic addition to a marine aquarium, bringing both beauty and practicality with its algae-grazing habits. Their unique coloration and hardy nature make them a favorite among marine enthusiasts. Be sure to supplement their diet with Nutramar Nori and Gamma Frozen...

Every once in a while, the ocean presents us with something different. Sometimes it's two fish hybridizing and producing an offspring that we rarely see. On much more rare occasions, nature produces us a genetic anomaly that results in something gorgeous and different. In some cases, this is a...

There is a genus of fish named Cirrhilabrus, and every fish in it belongs on a list of the most beautiful, aquarium appropriate, peaceful fish available to the marine aquarium enthusiast. Few fish can rival them for their flashy colors and fins, let alone their activity (once acclimated). This...

The Conical Spined Sea Star is a wildly underrated invertebrate. While the whole world thinks they want a Purple Linckia (and some of you experienced aquarists may) what most of you want is Echinaster sentus. They are wildly more durable than many other commonly available Sea Stars, absolutely...

In the wild, the Gulf Blenny is a grazing fish, that loves to mow down a variety of algae, but they also consume a large number of small invertebrates while doing so. It's important to offer both some greenery and some protein in their diet; this process is made much easier in these aquacultured...

We have been bringing in some beautiful and unique Aberrant Tangs and this one is truly one of a kind. Aberrant refers to the markings and colors that differ from the “normal” colorations of the species. They are very rarely seen in the aquarium trade and bring a lot of excitement to hobbyists...

Let's all take a vote on what fish is the most commonly misidentified and/or misnamed fish in aquarium keeping. While you mull over your answer, the correct one is Congrogadus subducens. Looks like an Eel, acts like a Blenny, and it gets called either and sometimes both and at least one common...

Haliichthys is a genus that has only one fish in it, which is interesting because the word Haliichthys is rooted in two Greek words that translate roughly as “salt fish.” That's a pretty wide descriptor for a genus with only one fish. That one fish is a beauty though. Haliichthys taeniophorus is...

The Majestic Blue Girdled Angel is a great fish for captivity; it complements its stunning looks with a not overly huge maximum size (rarely getting much bigger than eight to ten inches). They're good aquarium mates for most fish and have an even temperament, though they might be territorial...

There is a good variety of Pygmy and Dwarf Angelfish that are regularly available to North American aquarium enthusiasts, and they are universally excellent fish for the home aquarium. They are sized well, hardy, and invariably sport some amazing coloration or patterns. Then there are a few that...