Saltwater Fish

Saltwater Fish

Saltwater 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 Saltwater Fish
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.  Fish that are native to the Atlantic ocean will have different requirements to those from the Pacific or Indian Ocean. Some 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 the experts at you local aquarium shop for their advice.

Facts about Fish Species - How do you identify the sex of a Saltwater 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 Saltwater Fish slimy?
Saltwater Fish secrete a type of mucus, or slime, from their skin. This slime provides protection against parasites and infections and helps the Saltwater 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 Saltwater Fish have gills?
Gills enable the Saltwater 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 Saltwater 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:

• Dorsal fins - The dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. The Saltwater Fish has Dorsal fins to lend stability in swimming.

• Ventral fins. The ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. The Saltwater Fish has Ventral fins to lend stability in swimming.

• Caudal fins. The Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. The Saltwater Fish has Caudal fins to propel through the water.

• Pectoral fins. The Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. The Saltwater Fish has Pectoral fins to for locomotion and side to side movement

Interesting Facts and Information about Saltwater Fish