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- Almost all species of marine fish are caught in the wild
- Marine fish are more colorful than freshwater fish, but also require more care
- Nearly 15,000 species
- Fish need to be researched for compatibility before being combined in the same tank
- Tropical fish generally have very specific temperature requirements
- Clownfish are a popular species of marine aquarium fish
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Marine fish, also known as saltwater fish, require a simulated oceanic environment in the aquarium. There are nearly 15,000 species of marine fishPeteducation.com: Marine Fish, many of which are not compatible in the same tank.
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Compatibility
Marine fish are not domesticated animals, and will pursue their survival instincts in the tank, just as they do in the ocean. For this reason, the compatibility of different species—and genders within species—needs to be checked before multiple fish are introduced to a tank. Lionfish, for example, may eat gobies and other speciesAquariumFish.com: Lionfish, while Clownfish are likely to attack others of the same gender if one of the opposite gender is present.About.com: Saltwater Aquarium Fish Compatibility
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Marine Fish Questions
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How many tons of fish are grown in US fish farms in 2008? 1 AnswerIn 2008 over 53 million pounds of trout were grown in the U.S, primarily for the food fish market.Substantial numbers are grown for recreational use. The vast ... read more -
Marine Fish Related Merchandise
- Amazon.com: Books and Merchandise
- eBay: Marine Fish
- Barnes & Noble: Marine Fish Books
- MarineDepot.com: Marine Aquarium Supplies
- Doctors Foster and Smith: Aquarium Supplies and Food
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