Wet Fun! Cool diving facts throughout history
April 21, 2015 by clarice
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Wet Fun! Cool diving facts throughout history
Captivated by the majestic oceans, people have been compelled to go beneath the sea for centuries! This fantastic underwater world, of which we still know so very little about, comprises the largest area of the globe. The oceans cover 71% of the earth’s surface, yet more than 95% of this vast expanse has not yet been explored. In fact over 60%... [Read more of this article]
Common Pet Fish Diseases
Common Pet Fish Diseases
Common Pet Fish Diseases Fish are small but they make beautiful pets for the young and old alike. Even though you don’t handle them much, it can help with their care if you take notice of their health. Here are some common pet fish diseases that you may encounter. Aquarium fish are the most popular pets. There are more species of fish in the world... [Read more of this article]
African Cichlids, Meet the world record breakers!
February 27, 2015 by clarice
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African Cichlids, Meet the world record breakers!
Coming from the continent of Africa are the largest, smallest, and most beautiful cichlids on the planet! African cichlids take the prize for the largest and smallest cichlids in the world! The Nanochromis transvestitusus is the smallest known cichlid, barely reaching over an inch in length. On the other hand, the Boulengerochromis microlepis is the... [Read more of this article]
Goby Cichlids, Cute little fish with blue lipstick!
February 25, 2015 by clarice
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Goby Cichlids, Cute little fish with blue lipstick!
The Goby Cichlids are adorable little fish covered with bright blue spots, and have beautiful blue lips to die for! If there was ever a fish that could take the role of the aquarium jester, it would be the comical little Goby Cichlid. They are so cute with their blue lips, clownish colors and long bulbous noses. And their antics can’t be beat!... [Read more of this article]
For a Rainbow Aquarium, Tropheus Moorii cichlids have it all!
February 20, 2015 by clarice
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For a Rainbow Aquarium, Tropheus Moorii cichlids have it all!
For a colorful African cichlid aquarium, imagine a palette of beautiful Tropheus Moorii! With just this one species, you can select from around 50 different fabulous color varieties. Then go even further and add another type from the seven groups of Tropheus cichlids listed below! The Tropheus Moorii, commonly called the Blunthead Cichlid, is an exotic... [Read more of this article]
Have You Ever Seen a Fish With Four Eyes?
February 10, 2015 by clarice
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Have You Ever Seen a Fish With Four Eyes?
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, along comes the Anableps, one of nature’s creatures that is incredibly bizarre! The Four-eyed Fish are fascinating to watch, both in nature and in the aquarium. Rather than swimming underwater as most fish do, they mostly cruise about on the surface. These are livebearing fish, also known as “Anableps,”... [Read more of this article]