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Angelfish - Dwarf top
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dwarf Angels are among the most colorful and popular of marine angel fish species. Growing to about four inches in length, these mild tempered fish adapt well to captivity and are compatible with many other species.
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1 Bicolor Angelfish
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2 Black Nox Angelfish
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3 Coral Beauty
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4 Fisher's Angelfish
Updated: 24 Jun 2008
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5 Flame Angelfish
Updated: 24 Jun 2008
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6 Half Black Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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7 Lemonpeel Angelfish
Updated: 24 Jun 2008
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8 Marine Fish
Updated: 24 Jun 2008
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9 Pygmy (Cherub) Angelfish
Updated: 24 Jun 2008
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10 Pygmy Yellowtail Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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11 Singapore Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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12 Tibicen Angelfish
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13 Yellow Angelfish
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Angelfish - Marine Large top

Angelfish - Large Marine

 

 

Large Angels are among the most popular fish for the home saltwater aquarium, and most marine angelfish adapt well to captivity. The diet of Large Angels consists of microalgaes, macroalgaes, sponges, and zooplankton. It is advisable not to introduce Angels from the same genus into one aquarium, as fighting will usually occur.

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1 Annularis Angelfish
Updated: 26 Jun 2008
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2 Asfur Angelfish
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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3 Blue Girdled Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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4 Blueface Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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5 French Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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6 Imperator Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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7 Koran Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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8 Lamarck's Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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9 Regal Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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10 Swallowtail Angelfish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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Anglers & Frogfish top

Anglers and Frogfish

 

 

 

 

While commonly referred to as Frogfish, Anglers can reach an average length size of three inches in captivity. Anglers adapt well to life in captivity, and are relatively hardy.

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1 Assorted Angler
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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2 Red/Orange Angler
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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3 Sargassum Fish
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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4 Striated Angler
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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5 Wartskin Angler
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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Anthias Fish top

Anthias

 

 

 

 

Most Anthias fish species are relatively hardy, but require food often in order to thrive in the home aquarium. Due to the complex social structure of Anthias, it is advisable to keep one specimen per tank.

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1 Bartlett's Anthias
Updated: 25 Jun 2008
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2 Evansi Anthias
Updated: 26 Jun 2008
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3 Highfin Perchlet
Updated: 30 Jun 2008
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4 Ignitus Anthias
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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5 Lyretail Anthias
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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6 Maldives Lyretail Anthias, Male
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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7 Parvirostris Anthias
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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8 Squareback Anthias
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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9 Ventralis Anthias
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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Basslets top

Basslets

 

 

Reaching an average length of two inches in captivity, Basslets are colorful, hardy, and generally peaceful, although they may become territorial. If more than one member of the species is added to the aquarium, add these fish simultaneously, as severe conflicts may arise. Offer these fish plenty of hiding places.

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1 Chalk Bass
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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2 Gold Assessor Basslet
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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3 Harlequin Bass
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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4 Lantern Bass
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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5 Royal Gramma Basslet
Updated: 01 Jul 2008
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6 Swissguard Basslet
Updated: 26 Aug 2008
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7 Tobacco Basslet
Updated: 26 Aug 2008
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Blennies top

Bicolor Blenny

 

 


Blennies reach a size of three inches and are typically bottom dwellers. Blenny Fish are somewhat territorial in nature, and only one species per tank is recommended. Extensive rockwork and a good growth of microalgae are necessary to successfully maintain them in captivity.

 

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1 Bicolor Blenny
Updated: 02 Jul 2008
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2 Black Combtooth Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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3 Black Sailfin Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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4 Blue & Gold Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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5 Canary Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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6 Ember Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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7 Forktail Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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8 Harptail Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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9 Horseface Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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10 Linear Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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11 Lizard Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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12 Midas Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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13 One Spot Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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14 Sailfin/Algae Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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15 Segmented Sailfin Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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16 Starry Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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17 Striped Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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18 Tail Spot Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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19 Two Spot Bimaculatus Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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20 White Blenny
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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Boxfish top

Boxfish

 

 

Boxfish reach an average size of three inches and adapt well to life in captivity if provided with plenty of rockwork and adequate swimming space. The diet of most Boxfish consists of sponges, tunicates, worms, and crustaceans. It is imperative to maintain Boxfish with peaceful tankmates.

 

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1 Boxfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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2 Cowfish Longhorn
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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3 Cubicus Boxfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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Butterflyfish top

Butterflyfish

 

 


Butterflyfish reach an adult size of six inches in captivity. The captive care of this group of fish varies a great deal due to the special feeding requirements (live coral polyp) of some species. A large tank with ample hiding places is needed to successfully maintain some species.

 

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1 Auriga Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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2 Burgess' Butterfly
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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3 Copperband Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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4 Dot Dash Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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5 Double Saddle Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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6 Falcula Butterflyfish, True
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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7 Golden Semilarvatus Butterflyfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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8 Heniochus Black & White Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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9 Heniochus Brown Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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10 Latticed Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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11 Mertensii Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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12 Orange Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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13 Raccoon Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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14 Saddleback Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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15 Tear Drop Butterflyfish
Updated: 02 Jul 2008
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16 Yellow Longnose Butterflyfish
Updated: 27 Aug 2008
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17 Zoster Butterfly
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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Cardinalfish top

Cardinalfish

 

The average size of most Cardinalfish in captivity is two inches. These fish make great additions to a peaceful aquarium, adapting well to life in captivity. Extensive rockwork and coral decorations should be provided to enable the fish to retreat from other tankmates. These fish can be bred successfully in captivity, and the fry can be raised to adulthood with appropriate care.

 

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1 Flame Cardinal
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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2 Kaudern's Cardinal
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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3 Longspine Cardinalfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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4 Spotted Cardinalfish
Updated: 02 Jul 2008
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Chromis top

Chromis

 

 

Chromis are related to damselfish and clownfish, but are typically less aggressive. They enjoy being in a school of three or more, and make a spectacular display in large numbers. Chromis are ideal fish for the reef aquarium, since they will not bother invertebrates and corals.

 

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1 Blue/Green Reef Chromis
Updated: 02 Jul 2008
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Clownfish top
Clownfish

 

 

The average size of Clownfish is three inches and most are brightly colored with white stripes on the head or side of the body. This group of fish is extremely hardy, and is well suited to life in the average aquarium. Ideally, Clownfish should be purchased in small groups consisting of one species, and introduced to the aquarium simultaneously.

 

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1 Black & White Ocellaris Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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2 Cinnamon Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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3 Clarkii Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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4 Maroon Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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5 Ocellaris Clownfish
Updated: 02 Jul 2008
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6 Pink Skunk Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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7 Sebae Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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8 Tomato Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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9 True Percula Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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10 Yellowstripe Maroon Clownfish
Updated: 22 Jul 2008
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Damselfish top

Damselfish

 

 


The average size of most Damselfish is two inches. They are often used to break in or cycle new aquariums. The majority of these fish are highly territorial, and may become aggressive toward other tankmates. They do well in groups of the same species.

 

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1 Blue Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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2 Blue Sapphire Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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3 Bluefin Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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4 Canary Deep Water Damsel
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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5 Fiji Blue Devil Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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6 Four Stripe Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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7 Golden Domino Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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8 Ocellate Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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9 Pink Smith Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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10 Starcki Damsel
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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11 Talbot's Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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12 Three Spot Domino Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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13 Three Stripe Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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14 Tuxedo Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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15 Two Stripe Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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16 Yellow Damselfish
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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17 Yellowtail Damselfish
Updated: 02 Jul 2008
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18 Yellowtail Dascyllus
Updated: 29 Aug 2008
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Dartfish top

Dartfish

 

 

Characterized by their bright colors and elongated bodies, Dartfish make a great addition to a peaceful saltwater community or reef aquarium. They require an aquarium with plenty of hiding spots and at least 2 inches of substrate for burrowing. Dartfish are jumpers, so a tight-fitting canopy on the aquarium is a must.

 

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1 Blue Gudgeon Dartfish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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2 Firefish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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3 Firefish, Helfrichi
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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4 Firefish, Purple
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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5 Lined Dartfish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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6 Scissortail Dartfish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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7 Zebra Barred Dartfish
Updated: 03 Jul 2008
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Dragonets top

Dragonets

 

 

Colorful, slow-moving Dragonets are some of the most interesting fish for the marine aquarium. Dragonets have special feeding requirements and should be housed in an established aquarium with large amounts of live rock and sand. An aquarium with an attached refugium is also very beneficial, since the refugium helps provide proper nutrition.

 

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1 Green Mandarin
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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2 Scooter Blenny
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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3 Scooter Red Blenny
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4 Spotted Mandarin
Updated: 03 Jul 2008
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Eels top

Eels

 

 


Most Eels reach a size between 24 to 36 inches. Eels feed mostly on fish and crustaceans, and most species adjust well to life in captivity and are very hardy inhabitants. A larger aquarium with adequate hiding places and a well-sealed lid is essential for maintaining Eels.

 

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1 Garden Eel
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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2 Jeweled Moray Eel
Updated: 03 Jul 2008
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3 Snowflake Eel
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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4 Wolf Eel
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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5 Zebra Moray Eel
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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Filefish top

Filefish

 

 


Most Filefish grow to around six inches and feed on algae and crustaceans. Filefish do extremely well in captivity and make ideal candidates for the average home aquarium. Provide Filefish with adequate hiding places and ample swimming space.

 

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1 Fantail Orange Filefish
Updated: 03 Jul 2008
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2 Jade Filefish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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3 Mimic Saddle Puffer
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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4 Redtail Filefish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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5 Tassle Filefish
Updated: 04 Sep 2008
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Foxface and Rabbitfish top

Foxface and Rabbitfish

 

 


Rabbitfish, found in shallow lagoons, have small, hare-like mouths, large dark eyes, and a peaceful temperament. They are colorful, and have well developed, venomous dorsal and anal fin spines. Use caution when handling these fish, as the spines will inflict a painful sting

 

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1 One Spot Foxface
Updated: 03 Jul 2008
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Gobies top

Gobies

 


Gobies are relatively small fish, usually reaching three inches in captivity. Goby fish species adjust well to aquarium life. A well-sealed lid is a requirement for keeping gobies, as they will jump out of an open aquarium. Plenty of rockwork and the proper substrate of coral sand should be provided to enable burrowing or sand sifting Gobies the proper environment.

 

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1 Catalina Goby
Updated: 03 Jul 2008
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