Aquarium, Favorite, Fish, Saltwater
The Puffer Fish. Deadly Delicacy Puffer fish, or Tetraodontidae, are most known for their ability to “puff” up into an inedible ball to defend against predators. They do this by inflating their stomachs with water, for the most part, and sometimes air. Not only do...
Aquarium, Favorite, Fish, Freshwater
The Arowana Fish. The Dragon Fish Scientifically known as Scleropages formosus, the arowana fish is characterized by their elongated bodies which are covered in large scales. With an exaggerated, upturned mouth and an aggressive hunting style, these fish are more...
Aquarium, Educational, Favorite, Invertebrates, Saltwater
The aggressive arrow crab. A Long-limbed Aggressor Known for their incredibly long, thin legs, the arrow crab, scientifically known as Stenorhynchus seticornis, actually gets its name from its triangular body, which is shaped like an arrowhead. While they’re...
Aquarium, Educational, Favorite, Fish, Saltwater
The gentle banner fish. A Poor Man’s Moorish Idol The longfin banner fish, otherwise known as the black and white heniochus (Heniochus acuminatus) is characterized by their flat, black and white striped body, yellow dorsal fin, and a long, white banner fin that...
