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Saltwater Fish Species - Beautiful Pictures, Videos, Facts and Information
The site that provides beautiful photographs, videos and pictures of numerous Saltwater Fish Species together with interesting facts and information about each species. The species detailed on this site include Tropical, Saltwater, Aquarium, Marine, Pet, Pond, Clown, Koi, Beta (Betta), Gold Fish (Goldfish), Star, Angel, Puffer, Discus, Piranha, Rainbow, Parrot, Crustaceans, Sea Anemones and Coral. Check Out Our Fish Videos!

Saltwater Fish Species - Viviparous Eelpout - Moon Jelly - Hermit Crab - Longsnout Seahorse - Zebra Moray Eel - Leopard Moray Eel - Sand Tiger Shark - Stingray - Common Seahorse - Octopus - Tete Sea Catfish - John Dory - Saltwater Species

Interesting Information about Saltwater Fish Species
There are many species suitable for saltwater aquariums, from Fish to Seahorses and Sharks to Coral and Crustaceans. A huge variety of shapes and colors are available but before making your purchase it is vital to research each individual species and their particular requirements.

Interesting Saltwater Fish Species Information and Facts - How are different Saltwater Fish Species identified?
The colours, shapes and sizes of individual fishes varies enormously - you really need excellent quality pictures or photographs to assist in the identification process. A combination of the number of fins and their characteristics, color, scale counts, general features, maximum length and distribution are used during a species identification process. The species detailed on this website are Tropical, Saltwater, Aquarium , Marine , Pet , Pond, Clown, Koi, Beta (Betta), Gold Fish (Goldfish), Star, Angel, Puffer, Discus, Piranha, Rainbow, Parrot, Crustaceans, Sea Anemones and Coral.

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Interesting Information and Facts - How do you identify the sex of a particular species?
The males and females of many Saltwater Fish Species have different colors or different shaped bodies. But there are also other species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes tricky being an ichthyologist!

Saltwater Fish Species - Information about Fins - Did you know that each fin has a specific function?

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The dorsal fin is located on the back of the fish and it helps to keep the fish stable while swimming
Caudal fins are located on the tail area of fishes and they help to propel the fish through the water
The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of a fish and they are used for locomotion and side to side movement
Fins include: Dorsal, Ventral, Caudal, Anal, Pectoral, Adipose and Cephalic
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Interesting Information and Facts - Why do most Saltwater Fish Species have gills?
Gills enable most Saltwater Fish Species 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 species, however have lungs and breathe air.

Interesting Information and Facts - Why do different species have fins?
Fish usually have seven fins. Each of the fins on a fish are designed to perform a specific function:

Dorsal fins - The dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. Dorsal fins lend stability in swimming
Ventral fins - The ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. Ventral fins lend stability in swimming
Caudal fins - The Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. Caudal fins propel through the water
Anal fins - The Anal fin is located on the anus area of fishes. Anal fins lend stability in swimming.
Pectoral fins - The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. Pectoral fins are for locomotion and side to side movement
Adipose fins - The Adipose fin is an extra fleshy fin on the back behind the dorsal fin as in salmons, smelts, and lanterns to lend stability in swimming
Cephalic fins - The cephalic fin are the "horns" of manta rays and close relations

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Interesting Information and facts on different species

How are the different fishes species identified? Why are they slimy? Important Saltwater Fish Species Facts and info - How do you identify the sex of a particular species? Species Facts and Info - Why do most have gills? - Why do different species have fins? Tropical Species, Saltwater Species, Aquarium Species, Marine Species, Pet Species, Pond Species, Clowns, Kois, Betas (Bettas), Gold Fish (Goldfish), Star, Angels, Puffers, Discus, Piranhas, Rainbow, Parrots, Crustaceans, Sea Anemones, Corals.

Did you know that....

Jellyfish are composed of more than 90% water
There are over 80 species of seahorse
Fish do not have vocal chords but they can make sounds! The Oyster toadfish for example uses its swim bladder to produce a loud wailing sound which has been compared to the sound of a foghorn!
Anableps are known as four-eyed fish! In fact they only have two eyes but each eye has two pupils so they can see above and below the water a the same time

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Did you know...

The Box Jellyfish is one of the most venomous creatures in the sea, the toxins from its venom attacks the nervous system, heart and skin!
Marine Ich or Cryptocaryon irritans (Scientific name) is a common disease that affects Saltwater Fish and is difficult to treat
The plural of the word fish is fishes, however when describing more than one fish of the same species, the word fish is still used instead of the plural! An example would be 20 Puffer Fish, not 20 Puffer Fishes!
The Female seahorse lays her eggs in a special pouch on the male seahorse's stomach, he then takes care of the eggs until the baby seahorses hatch
Angelfish breed for life. If one of the pair dies, the other will not breed again!
Some fish are not good for community tanks! Ask your local pet store before you buy new additions for your tank
The Stygotantulus stock is the smallest Crustacean in the world, measuring less than 0.1mm in length!
Angelfish can become aggressive towards other fish and even eat smaller fish such as Neon Tetras!
Someone who studies different Saltwater Fish Species is called an ichthyologist

There are different species found all over the world, we have tried to include as many aquatic species as possible on this website


Facts About Saltwater Fish Species


Species Fact 1: The noisiest animal is the The Blue Whale!

Species Fact 2: The teeth of a Piranha fish are sharp enough to cut through a steel fishing hook!

Species Fact 3: The rainbow fish is considered an ideal species for the beginner, they are hardy and integrate well with most aquarium Saltwater Fish Species

Species Fact 5: The Red Bellied Piranha has the most fearsome reputation

Species Fact 6: A lobsters teeth are in its stomach, an area called the ‘gastric mill’

Species Fact 7: When threatened, the puffer fish can inflate itself up to three times its normal size!

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Picture of a Smooth Dogfish (Mustelus canis), a species of hound shark of the family Triakidae

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