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Best beginner fish that won't die in your first 30 days

A practical shortlist of hardy fish picks that tolerate beginner mistakes better than the usual pet-store recommendations.

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5 fish that look amazing but cause problems

Good-looking fish are easy to buy and hard to live with. These are the ones that cause more chaos than most new hobbyists expect.

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