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  A Guide to Long-Term Anthias Success: Creating the Ideal Habitat

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  Schools of Anthias are one of the most vibrant sights on a coral reef and are highly desired in the marine aquarium. Species like the Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis), the Dispar Anthias, and the Red Fairy Anthias (Pseudanthias dispar) add brilliant color and activity to any display. However, these fish have earned a reputation for being difficult to keep successfully for long periods.

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  Journey of the Purple Tang

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  The Man-Made Marvel: Tracing the Origins of the Flowerhorn Cichlid

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  From the Red Sea to Your Store: The Journey of the Purple Tang

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  The Purple Tang, Zebrasoma xanthurum, is one of the most recognized fish in the marine aquarium trade. Its vibrant color and active nature make it a prized centerpiece for any saltwater display. Native exclusively to the waters of the Red Sea region, its journey to an aquarium is a complex process that requires expertise at every stage. This article traces the careful path a Purple Tang takes from its natural habitat to a retailer's store, highlighting the essential steps that ensure a...

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  TFI's SuperZoo 2025 Recap

  Posted in: Trends

  Tropical Fish International was proud to showcase an exemplary event at SuperZoo 2025 Las Vegas. This event marks a giant leapstone achievement for the firm, as it comes close to three decades since it first participated on the floor back in 1996. It was the perfect time to re-establish contact with our valued business associates on a personal level and reassert our long-lasting commitment to the development of the aquarium industry through quality and experience. An overview of the event...

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  Strategic Pairing Guide: High-Yield Clownfish - Anemone Combinations

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  Strategic Pairing Guide: High-Yield Clownfish - Anemone Combinations

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  Guide to Maximizing Revenue with High-Margin Shrimp Habitat Products

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  For the modern retailer, every dwarf shrimp sale represents a golden opportunity to move beyond low-margin livestock and into the world of high-margin habitats. As expert importers of shrimp from the world's most biodiverse regions, we know that true, sustainable profitability lies in selling the complete ecosystem—from driftwood and substrates to specialized foods and supplements. This article provides a strategic blueprint to transform your shrimp section from a simple livestock offering...

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  The Professional's Guide: How to Safely Convert Brackish Fish to Freshwater

  Posted in: Educational, Products

  What if you could offer your customers fish with the exotic appeal and unique personalities of marine species, but without the high cost and complexity of a full saltwater system? For the savvy local fish store (LFS), this isn't just a thought experiment—it's a golden opportunity.

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  Stocking for Success: Best-Selling Betta Varieties for Your Betta Rack

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  The Betta rack is more than just a display; it is a primary customer gateway and a critical, high-turnover profit center. A well-managed Betta section can consistently draw new and returning customers, but its true potential is only unlocked through smart curation.

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  How to Create the Ideal Habitat for Red Sea Green Chromis for Long-Term Schooling Success

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  The Green Reef Chromis, Chromis viridis, is a cornerstone of the marine aquarium trade. Its electric green-blue coloration, active nature, and affordable price point make it a go-to for beginners and a staple for advanced reefers. Yet, this seemingly perfect fish comes with a frustratingly common story: a beautiful school of ten slowly dwindles, one by one, until only a pair or trio remains. This isn't a case of weak or sickly fish; it's a fundamental misunderstanding of their needs. The...

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  A Practical Guide to Acclimating Moorish Idols & White Bannerfish

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  Every fish in every tank is an investment. In a business of tight margins, a DOH or a fish that succumbs to stress in the first week is a direct hit to the bottom line. When it comes to iconic—and notoriously delicate—species like the Moorish Idol (Zanclus cornutus), that risk is magnified. But what if you could turn that risk into a reliable reward?

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