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Tropical fish are probably the most rewarding, low maintenance pets we can bring into our homes. Watching the fish swim in their watery environment is said to be by many doctors a stress-reducing therapeutic activity.

5 major facts that could be the difference between life and dealth to your new dwarf puffer fish.

More than 40 environmental and food-safety groups have signed a letter asking the National Organic Standards Board not to adopt recommendations that would allow organic-labeled fish to be fed wild fishmeal and kept in net-pens open to the wild.

A lot of time has been allocated to numerous debate topics recently by marine aquarists regarding clown fish and sea anemones. Stay tuned for the fintastic facts regarding this unique scenario...

One new study has come up with recommendations for eating fish safely; another study warns that there will be no fish left to eat in 50 years.

Fish oil and how it helps in the treatment of arthritis

The red lionfish, as venomous as it is beautiful, is turning Caribbean waters into a dangerous playground for vacationers. The Caribbean World News refers to the lion fish as a dangerous threat that may have been unleashed by an upturned Florida fish tank.

Information on the dunkleosteus, an extinct devonian genus of fish that had a remarkably powerful bite.

Cousins Peter Morini and David Williams fish for bluefish off Rockport, Massachusetts

Worldwide demand for seafood is higher than ever before and increasing. Aquaculture, or fish farming, is one way to meet demand providing a third of our seafood but the question remains is aquaculture sustainable?

Most fish list say how to be healthier or to minimize the ecological impact, not both. I combine the medical and environmental information to identify the best overall fish choices. I also explain how to decide if a fish is healthy or eco-friendly.

Hawkfish can be a rewarding and colorful addition to a marine aquarium, though care must be taken when kept in a reef environment.

Top Fin Freeze Dried Tubifex Worms is an 100% natural freeze dried food meant for all pet fishes. These are high quality fish food that is a natural source of nutrients.

Gobies represent the largest group of Marine fish...

hardy, vibrant, popular and found at any marine store venue...

Come on, face your fears, come swim with sharks!!! It's the newest exhibit at Atlantis Marine World located at 431 East Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901

Being in the wholesale warehousing of tropical fish is an all-consuming job but fascinating to witness. Much dedication and hard work go into bringing beautiful, exotic fish to your home aquarium.

There is no particular ideal or perfect food for Discus fish or the "grazers". Like any other fish they prefer to feed on a diverse range of diet. However the diet should supply the necessary nutritional content required for them

Often times associated with freshwater and brackish water environments, their is one cat that is from a marine origin suitable for a saltwater aquarium...

Any of the two or three species of basslets make a wonderful addition to a saltwater tank environment due to their ease of keeping, breathtaking beauty and docile nature towards other tankmates.

Water conditions in the world's oceans, especially in areas around coral reefs are remarkably stable and quality and chemical composition. Because of this, you also need to replicate such conditions in your marine aquarium for optimum results.

Guide to help the new salt water fish tank hobbyist set up & buy fish.

Numbers are increasing in Florida of people getting sick from toxic fish. The culprit is being narrowed down to grouper as five more individuals have been diagnosed with ciguatera.

The health benefits of consuming fish for benefiting the heart, brain and as an anti-inflammatory nutrient.

Dottyback fish represent one of the more aggressive fish compared to their small size affording them to be housed with larger, more boisterous fish...

The Nature Made Fish Oil Omega-3 is a superior quality soft gel for all those who are bothered only about the nutritious content and not above the taste or odor.

Keys to an effective marine tank

Every aquarium owner should have a basic knowledge of the fish's body parts. It is important to know both what they are called and how they function.

Capturing techniques using such illegal techniques as Cyanide...

Wrasses are some of the most visually appealing...

For those wanting to add something different, unusual and interesting...

Confusion Over Three Essential Fatty Acids

An overview of aquarium hatchet fish including their living conditions and origin.

With the numerous variety of anemonefish available combined with their hardiness, coloration and behavioral differences, these comical fish can really add an explanation point on your marine aquarium...

A major step in keeping a healthy and successful freshwater aquarium is choosing the right fish. It is an important decision that should be decided upon before entering a pet store or fish supplier.

A study by Food & Water Watch examines four government-funded offshore fish farms and concludes that open ocean aquaculture is neither environmentally friendly nor economically viable.

Often times past up as a nice addition to a marine aquarium, these truly are a wonderful specimen to witness...

Many of these fish are just as vivid, vibrant and colorful as butterflies encountered here on land

Ciguatera fish poisoning (CFP) is caused by fish contaminated with the ciguatera toxin.

You either love it or hate it but it's a fact that the anchovy is on the Marine Conservation Society's list of endangered species. We recognise it as an addition to pizza or pasta but it's also an ingredient in store cupboard standbys such as Worcestershire sauce.

Fish farming is the unique form of aquaculture and now sea food increasingly being raised in captivity, this practice known as aquaculture.

What a difference the addition of live rock can make towards the health and beauty of a marine tank... by following a few key formalities, you can achieve maximum potential out of your live rock...

This articles tells you everything you need to know about the benefits of fish oil.

I know, yet another piece of equipment for your marine aquarium...right? But you will not be disappointed with these beauties, I assure you...

The extensive coast of the United States opens up the possibility of many jobs for graduates in marine science. Government agencies and many industries need marine scientists for observation, analysis and planning.

The discovery of another coelacanth fish has been made in Indonesia. The coelacanth was thought to be extinct until one was found in 1938.

Food, nutrition and diet is very essential for proper health and vigor in marine fish...

Aquarium fish keeping has a long history and has been a relaxing hobby for centuries. Today fish keeping is a multi-million dollar industry, the United States being the largest market in the world, followed by Europe, and Japan.

Many people are interested in having fish, and many people are more specifically interested in having a saltwater aquarium. While saltwater aquariums are neat there are some things to think about before you purchase a fish tank, equipment and saltwater fish.

Learn about shark diving tours, dolphin swims and other marine life adventures that you can have while visiting Hawaii.

Everyone associated with a marine aquarium is looking for the same results...a thriving, diverse and beautiful underwater replication of nature as close as their living room

The cycling stage is one where newbie marine aquarists often lose patience and rush into the process of introducing new fish to their aquarium. However, your decisions in the cycling stage will influence whether you succeed or fail as a marine aquarist.

Italian researchers find that doses of 850 mg a day of Omega-3 fats from fish along with a diet Mediterranean style help reduce the chances of a second or third heart attack by as much as 45%.

The Vermiculated Angelfish is sometimes mistaken for the Butterfly fish, and thus, given the name Red Sea Butterfly fish as well.

Marine aquariums are very delicate and require careful measuring of just about everything that you put in them. Salt is no exception, and properly monitoring the salinity of your aquarium will ensure that you will enjoy an aquarium with healthy and happy inhabitants.

Gorgeous anemone that if collected and handled appropriately, with the right lighting and water parameter requirements, can be an ideally suited inhabitant in a captive environment.

The right whale is the most endangered marine mammal as of 2008 (Woodard, 2008). Although the government has been protecting right whales, there are still too many fatal accidents involving ships and lobster traps and other fishing gear (Woodard, 2008).

Nutrients! We all know about the dreaded word as their seems to be a drastic emphasis by marine hobbyists to maintain a barren, nutrient -poor environment. Can this all be good, TUNE IN?

This article gives instructions on how to acclimate or accustom your new saltwater fish or invertebrates to their new home in your aquarium with as little stress as possible.

review of Theater of the Sea - a small marine park with some unusual amenities, like the ability to swim with dolphins, sea lions, manta rays, and tropical fish!

When vacationing or visiting local beaches, consider teaching your children about the Marine Mammal Protection Act and why it is important.

A quick review and guide to the virginia aquarium and marine science center in virginia beach, virginia.

Information on Ichthyosaurus, a dolphin-like marine reptile that lived during the Jurassic and Cretaceous Periods

Students will gain an understanding of what types of organisms and animals live in the ocean and how they interact with each other. Students will also learn about some of the valuable resources the ocean provides, such as fish that we eat.

Few establishments exist where real science and the curious public meet. Mote Marine allows the excitement of research to be contagious, even to the least science enthusiast. Visiting Mote is one of the most interesting things to do in Sarasota.

The Marine Room in La Jolla has a history dating back to 1916. It is the most romantic restaurant in North America because of the ambiance, menu and impeccable service.

Offering an overview of the complications associated with accidental ingestion of reef fish while on a tropical ocean honeymoon.

Take your car with you on a cruise to Alaska on The Alaska Marine Highway. Or travel with a tent and bike. Sit on the deck and enjoy the scenery and leave the "driving" to the captain.

A very popular and hardy marine fish that hails from Hawaii...

A great up-scale seafood restaurant that won't break the bank.

"Compensatory mitigation" is the creation, enhancement, restoration, or preservation of natural resources to compensate for activities that affect fish and wildlife habitat or natural resources.

I love marine fish and having moved to a hostel it was a bit of problem. I come from an area where fresh Tuna catch is a must in everyday cooking and it was tough to manage without the flavor that I am used to since childhood.

Words like conscientious, responsible, husbandry requirements, conservation, excitement, entertainment and enjoyment all portray the undersea world of the marine life hobby...

There are so many types of algae commonly associated with marine aquaria.

Oceans, Reefs and Aquariums has impacted the marine hobby in more ways than one...

Choosing a good substrate for a marine aquarium has its advantages and disadvantages, not only aesthetic, but also filtration-wise.

An article exploring the sea otter, its habitat and way of life.

Oxygen is more beneficial than many of us think with regards to our livestock. These are some of the pertinent reasons as to why dissolved oxygen should be maintained as close to the saturation point and ways of performing this....

There are essential fatty acids that must be a part of our daily diets. These two categories are omega-3 EFAS and omega-6 EFAS.

One of the safest bets for a novice and expert alike in adding a butterflyfish to their marine tank...

Another beneficial and colorful addition to any reef tank...

Often times, visually stunning in appearance, these gastropods make poor additions to a captive environment for the most part...

In the so called hierarchy of large marine angelfish, the Queen stands alone in terms of beauty and favoritism with aquarists and divers alike!

"Despite progressive policies, there is simply no way to prevent escapes from open net cages."

An article discussing a common tropical foodborne illness and how to avoid it.

Many times we find ourselves scratching our heads trying to come up with a viable solution to spikes in our water temperature, ultimately effecting our livestock...

Much like a sea gull the Blue-footed Booby can be recognized by its webbed, blue feet.

If there is one thing that New York has plenty of it is definitely shops

We have always strived to maintain a high standard in our tanks, equipment and livestock that we have or hope to acquire in the near future. Complacent in our habits and retreat towards the aquisition of the same "safe" type of livestock instead of venturing out...

Before buying a betta, here are some things you should know.

Saltwater aquariums can be extreemly rewarding and offer a huge array of stunning fish and invertebrates. This two part article is designed to give the beginner marine hobbyist the necessary information to begin their trip into the intriguing world of saltwater aquariums.

An underwater experience you will never forget.

One thing about pets for many families is that they quickly become members of the family.

The principle goal of this investigation is to determine if sonar has an impact on the physiological structures of the striped bass.

With the declining state of the delicate reefs of the world, MAC is one such organization that o