Apistogramma agassizii

Apistogramma agassizii, also known as Agassiz’s Dwarf Cichlid or Agassizi Apisto, is found throughout most of the Amazon/Solimões basin. The color and patterning of these apistos varies greatly based on where they originate geographically. Color variants include red,...
Bunocephalus coracoides

Bunocephalus coracoides

Banjo cats, Bunocephalus coracoides, are a species of catfish found throughout the Amazon River basin. They are found in leaf litter and woody debris throughout the Rio Negro and many of its tributaries. Banjo Cats are perfect for the catfish enthusiast, as long as...
Poecilocharax weitzmani

Poecilocharax weitzmani

Poecilocharax weitzmani, the black morpho tetra, is a small tetra from the Rio Negro watershed and is one of Project Piaba’s featured fishes. They reach a maximum size of approximately 1.5 inches and are generally peaceful fishes, however they can easily be...

IUCN Meeting Sustainability and Livelihoods in the Home Aquarium Trade

Drs. Sneider and Mileham of the IUCN lead this important session at the IUCN World Conservation Congress on September 2 in Hawaii. Click Here for More:  https://portals.iucn.org/congress/session/9797 Aquarium fisheries can be a solution to many of our problems Ten...
Project Piaba Adviser’s Article in Tropical Fish Hobbyist Magazine

Project Piaba Adviser’s Article in Tropical Fish Hobbyist Magazine

One of the objectives of Project Piaba is to establish partnerships with leading commercial members of the aquarium fish trade that are increasingly making the environment a priority. Please read the article and enjoy Mike’s heartfelt commitment the not only the...