Newsletter 11-09-26

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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These are some prime examples of what you'll get in this week's 4" Assorted Import Peacock mix (60298). And yes, there are some Haps in there even though it's a "Peacock" assortment lol.

Hey Folks,

Well it sure doesn't feel like November given the temps throughout most of the country at the moment but looks like that's about to change very soon so this is a great week to stock up while shipping conditions are still "perfect". Had an amazing week of incoming late last week so if you missed Friday's newsletter be sure to go back and at the very least check out the pics of all the new stuff.

Got in some goodies over the weekend including what is probably the nicest batch of assorted 4" import Peacocks I've seen come through here. These are imports so they are juiced but at this size they typically hold their color fairly well especially if they're given a high quality diet moving forward. Definitely some Haps and hybrids in the mix but most people won't care. It's the best value for size and super bright color. EB jacks got a much needed restock. Moonlight Gouramis are back for the first time in months. Both Furcatus and Signifer Rainbows are back in and both showing very nice color. Got a huge Guppy restock including some of the hugely popular new varieties like Black Rimmed Damsel, Silver Door Lyretail and Handsome Lad (that last one might be the stupidest name for a guppy but they look amazing lol).

From Friday's newsletter:

So much cool new stuff not sure where to begin but let's start with Colombia. This might be the coolest shipment we've gotten from there all year. First up are the Weitzmani aka Black Morpho Tetras. Don't believe we've ever had these come through before and if we have it's been years. This highly sought after rare species acts more like a Darter than a Tetra and is absolutely exquisite looking as an adult. Next up are the Orange Redtail Tetras. This is another fairly uncommon species that we have not had in a very long time. These got here late last night and are already showing incredible color. But the biggest surprise for this shipment has to be the Discus Tetras. I have to admit I was pretty skeptical about bringing these in since they look kinda plain in most pics I've seen. However that changed after we got them in last night as these are pretty impressive in real life. Pics do not do them justice. Looks like a cross between a Silver Dollar and a Black Skirt but super metallic with an iridescent stripe going down the middle of the body.

In addition to some of the new Tetras we got in wild Apistogramma Bitaeniata for the first time in forever. Like most wild types the batch came in very mixed both in terms of size and sex. There are some very nice males in the group and most people looking for these are seeking out pairs. If you somehow missed the opening title card we got in some gigantic Chameleon Whiptails this week. These do best best in fast moving, well oxygenated water so adding a circ pump is ideal. Green Farlowellas are in for only the second time. These adorable little algae munchers are already starting to show some color. These are related to but stay much smaller than their well known cousin. The South American Gar are mostly Marble types but there are a handful of striped in the mix. And last but not least we have a small handful of super nice 5-6" Peacock Bass available.

I mentioned a couple of weeks ago about how we had picked up a new Sri Lanka supplier and how impressed we were with the first shipment. Well that looks like that's going to continue to be the case moving forward because we have been getting some of the nicest livebearers I have seen in a long time. The Guppies are just absolutely outstanding. Color is top notch and they have been about as healthy as can be. Plus they produce some unique varieties we have to see from any other vendor. We keep brining in new types each and every week and each and every week we find some new favorites. This week there are two that blew us away and both are Moscow types. The Moscow Reds might be the best looking Guppy I have ever seen and that's no exaggeration. Giant bright red tails with purple bodies. When you check out the pic below you'll see what I'm talking about. The other are the Moscow Mosaic Tail. These are more like a variegated/lace type. Lotta nice pattern in the tails with some subtle differences in color from one individual to the next. But it wasn't just about Guppies this week. We also got in two new varieties of Molly. The Red Face Golden almost look they were crossed with a Variatus Platy. Name literally tells the story. And the same can be said for the Neon Orange with the exception that these are a bit heavier bodied.

Got in quite the haul when it comes to Florida raised Cichlids this week. My favorite is a repeat but that's because it's one of the best looking freshwater fish on the planet, medium Red Nyererei. I will put these up against just about any saltwater fish out there. Super bright red with yellow and green and bit blue accenting. Literally a swimming rainbow. Both medium and large assorted Peacocks got a nice restocking. Perfect for anyone just looking for a mix of super colorful Cichlids. Chocolates are back in 2" and 3" sizes but the latter are fairly limited so order early of you're wanting some of those. Mentioned regular Lyonsi last week but now we have them in at a medium size as well. 5" Bifasciatus are probably the best looking of all the Centrals this week. And if it's Geos you want it's Geos we got. New restocks on Balzani, Brasiliensis, Steindachneri and Heckelii.

Reach out to your rep if you have any questions

-Nautilus Sales Team

Got a handful (like 3 or 4) Royal Clown Knives available this week. These are running 8"+. Haven't fully lost their juvenile stripes and yet already very impressive looking.

Chameleon Whiptails showing why they deserve their name.

EB Jacks are running a tad small but that never seems to matter as they always sell out in a matter of days.

2-2.5" Assorted Discus have some absolute stunners in the mix this week.

Flowerhorns are running a bit oversize. THE most aggressive man made Cichlid that evreyone should be stocking at all times.

Moonlight Gouramis are not only a great size but the best looking silver colored fish money can buy lol. But these really are very nice. Super metallic sheen with bright red eyes really makes them stand out from the more common varieties everyone is used to seeing.

Featured the Discus Tetras in the Friday email but we weren't able to get a number for them till this morning (4310). Reach out to your rep for pricing.

Signifer Rainbows are back in stock this week with some nice size males showing off.

Furcatus Rainbows also putting on a great display this week.

Metallic Dumbo Balloon Mollies are by far the best looking in their category this week.

Pic doesn't do them justice but we got in a new (or at least new to us) strain of shrimp late last week, Black Diamonds. We'll hopefully have a pro-style photo for the Friday email so you can see what these little beauties really look like. These will sell out on the name alone.

Limited Fish

Large Hap Moorii (22038)-1 piece available

XL Tetrastigma (30286)-1 piece available

Blue OB Compressiceps (6677)-1 piece available

Red OB Compressiceps (6677)-1 piece available

XL Electric Blue Carpintis (21044)-2 pieces available

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