The Weekend Aquarist - May 2026

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May 2026 Issue – The Weekend Aquarist
This month, we journey through some of the most fascinating freshwater stories from the Indian subcontinent and beyond.
Inside this Issue:
Cover Story: The Jewel of the Tamiraparani – Beta Mahatvaraj introduces us to Dawkinsia tambraparniei, one of India's most iconic endemic barbs. The Many Lives of Dawkinsia – Balaji V. explores the evolution, diversity, and conservation of India's beloved filament barbs. The Ghats–Sri Lanka Connection – Discover how ancient geological history links the fishes of India's Western Ghats to those of Sri Lanka, revealing a shared evolutionary heritage. A Visit to TiCi Nature Lab – Step inside one of India's newest and most inspiring Nature Aquarium Galleries in Kolkata. Growing Thriving Aquatic Plants Without CO₂ – Sudipta Shaw shares practical insights into building successful planted aquariums using non-CO₂ methodologies. Plant Spotlight: Ludwigia repens 'Super Red' – Dr. Nataraj showcases one of the hobby's most striking red aquatic plants.
Whether you're passionate about native fish, planted tanks, aquascaping, or aquatic exploration, this issue offers a rich blend of science, conservation, and inspiration.
Subscribe today and join aquarists across India and around the world. Available in digital format on Magzter and as a premium print edition from The Weekend Aquarist — India's magazine dedicated to the aquarium hobby.