Curator’s Column

Welcome to the Curator’s Column — where I (Adam) give you a weekly look behind the glass at what’s really going on with our inventory. It’s not a sales pitch. It’s a rundown of what I’m seeing in the tanks every day — the fish that surprised me, the oddballs that stood out, and the quiet stunners you’d miss if you weren’t paying attention.

 

Curator’s Column – May 24, 2025

by Adam

CPD x Erythromicron hybrids got listed. This group looks like a tank full of snowflakes — no two the same. Some have only spots, some only stripes, and a few are somewhere in between. The blue-green shimmer and tan body from the Erythromicron side really makes the patterns pop. Strange little gems. Worth a closer look.

Blue Diamond Head Neons are in. These always hit harder in groups. Especially when viewed from above — that’s where the glow really comes through. Bright, clean, and fast. They’ve colored up quickly. Definitely worth a second look.

The Platinum Veil Angels came in strong. Ethereal’s probably the word I’d use. That long fin movement in a dark tank with a black background—kind of haunting. Good size, steady swimmers, and not too pushy.

Rainbow Shiners — still underrated. These are tough fish. Clean eaters, no fuss. When they settle in and start flashing color, they can go toe-to-toe with rainbows and danios in brightness. Great in cooler water too.

Tiburon Limia are bold this week. Striking contrast—electric orange and metallic blue. Not a pairing you see often. Good shape, active group. They’ve been eating well and exploring the tank constantly.

Red Honey Gouramis — active little busybodies. Always moving, always watching. Seem to be especially curious about anything outside the tank. Hard not to like them. Peaceful and entertaining.

That’s all for now.
I’ll be back next week with more notes.