In The Trade: Hybrid Synodontis angelicus X eupterus
It’s not a brand new entry to the aquarium trade, but today’s photograph of a hybrid Synodontis, the blending of Synodontis (eupterus X angelicus), was extremely eye-catching! Joe Hiduke of Nautilus Tropical Fish Wholesale shared the photo, and I felt compelled to put it out there for all of you to enjoy!
The Ultimate Hybrid Angelfish Produced by Bali Aquarich
Wen-Ping Su and the team at Bali Aquarich continue to pursue the domestication and ornamental breeding of marine aquarium fishes, presenting at highly-unique second-generation Centropyge hybrid.
Hybrid Captive-Bred Batfish Hit Aquarium Trade
A new captive-bred hybrid batfish is an interesting twist on the attractive, yet large-growing fishes from the Platax genus.
In The Trade: Devil Wolf Flowerhorn
Joe Hiduke, Sales Manager for Florida-based Nautilus Tropical Fish Wholesale, showcased a new man-made cichlid variety while writing retailers from the show floor at the Triple-Crown Convention hosted by the American Cichlid Association convention (ACA).
Poma Labs Set to Release Latest Hybrid Angelfishes
Poma Labs founder, Dr. Matthew L. Wittenrich, says, “I have been obsessed with Maze Angels from before I could ever afford one. The opportunity to breed them and their close relatives to see what falls out has been too tempting not to try. It has taken a while to assemble the breeders, but we have been busy…
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