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Chinese Paddlefish
The Chinese Paddlefish (Bai sturgeon) is the largest freshwater fish in China. Its very long, elephant-trunk-like snout gives it the common name 'Elephant-nose Fish'. It is a large, fierce fish mainly in the middle and lower Yangtze, also surviving in brackish estuaries and occasionally entering large lakes; it is a semi-anadromous migrant.
Tiger Shovelnose Catfish
The Tiger Shovelnose Catfish, also known as the shovelnose catfish, duckbill shark or tiger porthole catfish, is native mainly to the Amazon River basin of South America. It is one of the most popular of the large catfish species among aquarists.
Pictus Catfish
The Pictus Catfish (Pimelodus pictus), also known as the Pearl High-Fin Catfish, is native to Colombia. It prefers soft acidic water and is nocturnal, often hiding in rock crevices during the day. Its silver-white body is densely speckled with fine black spots, giving the species its name.
Chinese Pond Turtle (Reeves’ Turtle)
China's most common native turtle - hardy, cheap, and the 'ink turtle' that turns black with age. A classic, beginner-friendly pond turtle.
Chinese White Rabbit
The Chinese White Rabbit is China's oldest domestic rabbit — small, compact, and remarkably hardy, with red eyes only in the white form. A meat-type landrace that also makes a tough pet, it needs a wire-free cage, a ball-valve bottle, and a simple diet of pellets, alfalfa, timothy, and boiled water. Watch for coccidiosis.
Pet-Safe Houseplants That Are Non-Toxic to Cats and Dogs
Both pets and plants bring life to a home, but many plants can be risky for furry friends. Here are safe, non-toxic options you can grow alongside your cat or dog.
Plants That Are Dangerous to Cats
Many common houseplants are toxic to cats, from lilies and pothos to sago palm and azalea. Learn the risky ones, watch for vomiting or drooling, and grow cat grass as a safe alternative.
How to Read Your Cat’s Personality
A cat's coat color often hints at its temperament, but upbringing matters just as much. Learning these patterns helps you pick a cat whose personality fits your home.
Which Dogs Make Good Family Companions?
Good family companions include the hardy, loyal Chinese native dog; the Golden Retriever and Labrador, both gentle, trainable, and great with kids; the Poodle, which barely sheds and suits city apartments; the quiet French Bulldog; and the Border Collie, the smartest and most devoted — while the Husky needs daily exercise or it will redecorate your home. Match the breed to your life and the experience is smooth.
Anatolian Shepherd
The Anatolian Shepherd is a large, powerful livestock guardian dog native to Turkey, with a history dating back to the Babylonian period (2800-1800 BC). Calm, alert and deeply loyal, it is prized for its protective instincts and independent nature.