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Fish Families
Water covers over three-quarters of the earth’s surface and fish are the most numerous of the vertebrates. There are about 31,500 species of fish and they are classified by physical characteristics, habitat, behavior etc. List of fish families: Damselfish Dottyback Tang Wrasse Facebook Comments Box
Australian Fish
In Australia, approximately 195 species and subspecies of native freshwater fish have been described, with another 22 undescribed but recognized. About 127 of these are considered endemic. Many of Australia’s fish species are marine (saltwater). Some of these fish are excellent for the beginner hobbyist. List of fish native to Australia: Australian Anemonefish Common Clownfish […]
History of Pet Fish
Fish were kept as pets already in ancient times. The ancient Egyptians kept fish both as a source of food and for entertainment. Their hieroglyphics depict Tilapia species and Mormyrids. The Chinese began to breed goldfish (from carp) in the 10th century. Goldfish were introduced to Europe at the end of the 18th century. In […]