Fishkeeper Inverness

Congo Tetra, a fish I have on my mind atm for some reason…🇨🇩

This stunning larger shoaling species hails from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and thrives in well aerated planted tanks with good cover and peaceful tank mates

Learn more about these lovely tetra here:

Congo Tetra-Phenacogrammus interruptus Expert facts, care advice, feeding tips and breeding information about the Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus) for freshwater aquarium enthusiasts.

Made a friend today while tending to our pond plants.
Clearly living up to its nickname the “Sunfly” today ☀️
Hover flys are important parts of the eco system that a pond can help establish in your garden.

Helophilus pendulus is a European hoverfly. Its scientific name means "Dangling marsh-lover" (from Greek helo-, "marsh", -phil, "love", Latin pend-, "hang"). It is a very common species in Britain, where it is the commonest Helophilus species.

It also has the common name sun fly, although this is probably based on a mis-reading of helo- as helio