Marine Fish
Marine Fish
The site that provides beautiful photographs and pictures of
numerous fish species together with interesting facts and
information about each type of fish.
Interesting Information about Marine Fish
There are hundreds of
species suitable for marine aquariums, from Fish to Sharks and
Coral to Crustaceans. A huge variety of shapes and colors are
available but before purchasing it is important to research each
species and their individual requirements. Fish native to
the Atlantic ocean will have different requirements to those
from the, Pacific or Indian Ocean. Certain fish are not ideal
for a community aquarium and need to be kept isolated! Special
consideration needs to be given to the types of filters used and
the quality and temperature of the water. If in doubt, ask your
local pet shop for their advice.
Facts about Fish Species - How do you identify
the sex of a Marine Fish?
The males and females of many fish species have different colors
or different shaped bodies. But there are also other fish
species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes
tricky being an ichthyologist!
Facts about Fish Species - Why are Marine Fish slimy?
Marine Fish secrete a type of mucus, or slime, from their skin.
This slime provides protection against parasites and infections
and helps the Marine Fish to move through
the water faster. Some fish species also release
toxins in their slime which ward off enemy attacks. Other fish
species use their slime to feed their young.
Facts about Fish Species - Why do Marine Fish have gills?
Gills enable the Marine Fish to breathe. Gills consist of thin
sheets of tissue containing blood vessels. As water passes over
the gills oxygen is absorbed into the blood stream Carbon
dioxide passes out into the water. The gills are protected by a
large bony plate called an operculum. Some fish species however
have lungs and breathe air.
Facts about Fish Species - Why do the
Marine Fish have fins?
A fin is an external appendage or "limb" of a fish. Fins are
used for directing, stabilizing, or propelling the different
fish species in water. Numbers of fins vary between fish
species, but there are usually seven. Each of the fins on a fish
are designed to perform a specific function:
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Dorsal fins - The
dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. The Marine Fish
has Dorsal fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Ventral fins. The
ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. The
Marine Fish
has Ventral fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Caudal fins. The
Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. The Marine Fish
has Caudal fins to propel through the water.
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Pectoral fins. The
Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. The
Marine Fish
has Pectoral fins to for locomotion and side to
side movement
Interesting Facts and Information about
Marine Fish
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