The Weekend Aquarist - November 2025 Edition

The Weekend Aquarist – November Edition is Here! The November edition of The Weekend Aquarist brings together some of our most compelling stories yet—ranging from rare native fish rediscoveries to cutting-edge aquascaping, entrepreneurial journeys, and field notes from India’s most captivating waters. Explore what’s inside this month’s issue: Up Close with Channa amphibeus Lost & Found After 85 Years A detailed look at the rediscovery of one of India’s most elusive snakeheads and its significance for native fish conservation. Visiting the Ochiba Koi Studio How Two Motorcycle Designers Are Building One of India’s Most Promising Koi Enterprises A behind-the-scenes feature on a design-led Koi facility shaping the future of premium Koi breeding in India. Native Fish Spotlight: Sisorid Catfishes of India By Balaji Vijaykrishnan An introduction to some of India’s most remarkable native catfish species and the river systems they inhabit. TIAS 2025 – The Indian Aquascaping Summit Coverage of the launch of TIAS 2025, including highlights from an exceptional live aquascaping workshop conducted by Adip Sajjan Raj. Entrepreneur Spotlight: Nikhil Sood of India Gills & Best4Pets.in An inspiring journey of an ex-banker who built one of India’s most diverse fish-breeding and distribution facilities. Plant Spotlight: Pogostemon helferi – The Little Star of Aquascaping A closer look at this compact, elegant plant and why it remains a favourite among aquascapers. Marine Chronicles: Life in a Pool Beta Mahatvaraj shares field notes from Havelock Island, exploring the life and challenges within tidal pools. Aquascaping 101: Decoding Josh Sim’s Winning Work of IAPLC 2025 By Debraj Ghosh A practical breakdown of the techniques and visual philosophy behind this year’s world-winning aquascape. Beginner’s Guide to 10 Japanese Koi Varieties By Siddharth D’Souza A beginner-friendly introduction to classic Koi varieties and what makes each one unique.