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Getting Information on Fish and Aquarium
Over the internet and at local pet shops, you will find a wide assortment of helpful information related to freshwater fish and saltwater fish. Freshwater fish include the tropical and coldwater fish. Saltwater fish are also listed under Marine fish. Aquarium fish estimate at more than 22,000 species. The species include damsels, goldfish, reedfish, killifish, kingfish, catfish, loach, minnows, blind cavefish, long fin characin, and so on. Freshwater fish differ from the saltwater fish, in that the saltwater fish require different water conditions, feed, water temperatures, pH levels, and so on.
In addition to saltwater fish and freshwater fish are choice amphibians, and reptiles. Some people, especially expert aquarists tend to blend a selection of fish. In fact, experts might even add Cushion Stars or Wartlet Anemones to their tanks. The cushion star is classified as the Phylum Echinodermata. The fish is commonly found in the Adriatic areas and the Mediterranean. The starfish grows about one ½-inch, to 2 inches in size and has short star shaped arms. The fish’s upper region is green, while the lower area is yellow. The resilient fish feels at home in coastal waters, since in the waters he has a surplus of stones to conceal itself. Cushion Star Fish tend to enjoy warm water, which the temperature must be set at 77 degrees Fahrenheit. Starfish tend to eat off organic matters.
Wartlets are classed in a selection of categories, including subcategories. The fish originated from the Mediterranean, yet it lives in various sea areas. The fish feeds living plankton and animal food. The fish tends to enjoy rocky areas where it can hide. Thus, the water temperature should remain at 71 degrees Fahrenheit. This fish grows around 2 ½, to 2 ¾ inches in size.
Red-tailed Black Shark fish: The Thailand grown fish grows 4 ½ inches in size. Red-Tailed Black Shark Fish has a torpedo shaped figure and a dorsal that resembles a flag. The fish comes in velvety black, yet it has a red tinted tail. Red-Tailed Black Shark fish has a friendly nature, which makes him a good communal aquarium fish. The Black shark is called sucker by many, since his mouth forms in the shape of a sucker. The fish enjoys glass, plants, and clean water.
Expert aquarists also choose the Helmet Shell fish. The fish are distributed from various seas, including the Mediterranean. The water temperature recommended is 71 degrees Fahrenheit, since this creature lives at the bottom of waters in mud and sand. The Helmet Shell is a carnivorous predator. He will take delight in mollusks, especially the smaller breeds. His nature is nocturnal, which means he arises during night hours.
The Cerianthus Membranaceus dwells in the Mediterranean areas, as well as surrounding seas. The creature has a double crown on brown or white narrowed tentacles. The fish has a worm shaped body. This creature grows up to 12 inches in size. Water temperature should be set at 60 degrees Fahrenheit, and/or 71 degrees Fahrenheit. Cerianthus Membranaceus choice foods are plankton.
The aquarium fish can also feast on dried animal foodstuff, yet it will not take kindly if you do not feed it plankton. This creature is nice to look at, yet he withdraws often into solitary confinement.
Sea squirts are one of the experts’ favorites. Sea squirts are reddish-orange colored unusual creatures. The sea squirts dwell in dark cavities, and will tolerate water temperatures set between 68 degrees or 71 degrees Fahrenheit.
Some of the nice aquarium creatures include the tubeworms. These creatures produce a firework caption when erected. In conclusion, to learn more about fish care and aquariums visit your local library, or the Internet.
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IKEA Plastis Star Shapes Ice Cube Tray - 2 Pack - [HASSLE FREE PACKAGING] Sale Price: $5.99 |
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Liven up your beverage or an entire party! The IKEA star shapes ice trays are stackable, dishwasher safe, and made from synthetic rubber. Each tray makes 9 ice pieces. |
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Amico Green Red Ceramic Carp Fish Shape Magnet Sticker for Refrigerator Door Sale Price: $3.23 |
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Beautiful decoration for your refrigerator.Lovely design to be the carp fish shape.This Fish is made of ceramic material with magnetic base. |
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Ball Shape Green Plastic Plants Decoration for Aquarium Fish Tank Sale Price: $5.66 |
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Help to create a more closing to natural environment for the fishes; Unlike the real plants, it is made of plastic material, so that it can be used for a long time, as it will never die off; The plants are anchored with a weighted ceramic base, so they will stay where they placed in the tank. |
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JustCase SimpleSmart Ultra Slim Easy Carry Polyurethane Case Folio Stand for Apple iPad 2 (Green) Sale Price: $11.99 Used From: $16.18 |
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Introducing... JustCase SimpleSmart is thin enough to match the thinness of the iPad2, and your iPad2 can fit perfectly into this case. Not only does the case offer your iPad2 great protection (from dust, scratches, oil, fingerprint, small impacts etc... |
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JustCase SimpleSmart Ultra Slim Polyurethane Folio Stand Smart Cover Case for Apple iPad 2 (Gray) Sale Price: $13.95 Used From: $5.99 |
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Introducing... JustCase SimpleSmart is thin enough to match the thinness of the iPad2, and your iPad2 can fit perfectly into this case. Not only does the case offer your iPad2 great protection (from dust, scratches, oil, fingerprint, small impacts etc... |
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Green - Smart Wrap Fishbone Shape Cord Manager for Cell / iPod Earphone Headset Sale Price: $0.99 |
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Product Description Fishbone shape SmarterWrap is a earphone cord manager made of silicone rubber. Alternative way to manage the length of your headphone cords (especially those extra-long ipod cords)... |
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Durable long lasting Rave wooden Beads in a Assorted shapes and colors + 3 LIVE * LAUGH * LOVE Bracelets Sale Price: $16.99 |
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Extremely Durable Laced String!!!** The String for the beads is high-quality!!! It comes with over 200 Beads and Eight laces!!! Beads are in Variety of Bright Colors!!! And, because of its bold color, and the messages you can write it's sure to grab some attention!!! |
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Como Plastic Cartoon Fish Shape Abacus Counting Soroban Moss Green for Child Sale Price: $4.84 |
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Plastic frame fish shaped abacus, plastic construction is lightweight and easy to carry. 11 rods design, can be used for calculating 11 digits number. Beads colored in Green, Blue, Pink and Orange will attract your kids. |
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Green Fish $13.99 Green Fish |
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Scatophagus argus Green Scat - Small $9.99 Green Scats are the most common species found. A Green Scat has black spots covering its dark green body, and the body shape itself is somewhere between a square and an oval with a pointed mouth. Though young Scats can be found in brackish water areas such as estuaries, adults live primarily in the ocean, and should be kept in salt water when they begin to reach maturity. Scats are large, relatively peaceful fish that can be kept with most large community species. Due to their large size, scats should not be kept with small tank mates that can be easily eaten. Scats are a schooling fish, and should be kept in a tank large enough to support four to six adult Scats. In small tanks, Scats may become aggressive with other Scats, so make sure the tank is large enough to prevent competition between fish. Feed this fish a mixture of flake, pellet, and meaty frozen foods. Scats have mildly venomous dorsal spines. A small venom gland is located at the base of each spine and while the venom is relatively mild, it can still be quite painful. Use caution when handling Scats. |
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Fanciful Fish Mylar Shape Each $4.99 Our Fanciful Fish Shaped Mylar Balloon features a brightly colored rainbow fish with colors of pink, blue, purple, gold, yellow and green. Each two sided fish mylar balloon measures approximately 32 inches. This Fanciful Fish Shaped Mylar Balloon is perfect for creating a centerpiece or balloon bouquet by simply adding coordinating latex balloons, curling ribbon and a balloon weight for any occasion. |
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Vacation Feeder - Fish Shape - 14-Day - 2 pk $2.99 Enjoy your vacation and don't worry about your fish. They'll be fine thanks to Pro Balance Vacation Fish Feeders. While you enjoy a week on vacation, your fish will be fed every day. Each feeder releases high-quality tubifex, bloodworms, and other delicious, nutritious foods that all fish love, along with vitamins and minerals, too. Have a great vacation with Pro Balance Vacation Fish Feeders. One block is good for a 10-15 gallon aquarium for up to 7 days. |
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Poecilia reticulata Green Cobra Guppy - Male $2.99 Green Cobra Guppies are heavily spotted with black on its tail and body. The base color of its body is usually light green and the tail is usually bright yellow. Guppies are a popular fish for aquariums because of their bright colors and the long flowing fins of the males. While wild guppies are usually plain silver, the fancy guppies bred for the aquarium trade can be a variety of colors and combinations. Pattern and coloration can vary slightly even within a specific variety of fancy guppies due to their selective breeding. Males have long fan-shaped tails and long dorsal fins. Females are less colorful, and lack the elaborate fins but can grow slightly larger. Guppies are peaceful fish and can be kept in most community aquariums. Because of their long finnage, fish that have a tendency to nip at fins, such as barbs, would not be appropriate tankmates. Guppies do well in planted aquariums and need good water quality. They can be sensitive to changes in their environment in parameters like temperatures and pH. Guppies are omnivores and can be fed most tropical freshwater aquarium foods like flakes and very small pellets as well as frozen foods like brine shrimp, Cyclopeeze, Spirulina, mosquito larvae and similar items. Guppies are live bearing fish, and will usually reproduce frequently in the home aquarium. The adult guppies and other fish may eat the young fry, so they should be placed in a breeder trap or a nursery tank until they are larger. Guppies can be sexed by the shape of the gonopodium, the specialized anal fin just in front of the tail. Males will have a pointed, tube-like gonopodium while the gonopodium on females is typically flaired and fan-shaped. This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information. |
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Haliotis fulgens Green Abalone (ORA) $29.99 Abalones grow in an open, flattened shape with their body and large foot exposed on the underside. The top has about 5 to 7 openings along its whorl. These snails are herbivorous and cling tightly to rock or glass where they feed. They are prized commercially for their meat and their shells. In the aquarium, they are reef-safe grazers but their large size may cause some damage as they move about. This is a cooler water species than many other tropical abalones and will do well in a cooler aquarium. ORA livestock is propogated and cultured by Oceans, Reefs & Aquariums, the largest marine ornamental fish hatchery in the world. They continuously develop new coral frags and breed new animals for the aquarium trade and many are available in very limited quantities. We are proud to offer ORA's items as part of our livestock collection. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Green Open Brain Coral - Small $49.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Red & Green Dome Open Brain $119.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Red & Green Open Brain Coral - Medium $69.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Red & Green Open Brain Coral - Large $99.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Red & Green Open Brain Coral - Small $59.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Metallic Green Australian Open Brain Coral $64.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Trachyphyllia geoffroyi Green Dome Open Brain Coral - Medium $69.99 Open Brain Corals are one of the more common corals kept in aquaria, and are a good choice for those just getting started with stony corals. They are usually found with green and/or red coloration with the more common coloration being shades of green. They have a hard skeleton that is covered with fleshy tissues that expand and make the coral look much larger then they actually are. The shape is generally large-lobed and may be flat or dome-shaped. Round or figure-eight-shaped corals are also common. Care must be taken when placing the coral in the aquarium so that nothing will damage the soft tissue. When placing them in the aquarium place them on the substrate or mid-way in the aquarium where they will receive the most direct light. Open Brain Corals can become shocked and potentially bleached (a rapid die-off of the algae in its tissue) after rapid changes in the intensity of its lighting. Always acclimate carefully, especially if increasing the light intensity. Most of the coral's nutrients come from the symbiotic algaes that benefit from this lighting, but supplemental feedings are also beneficial. Open Brain Corals will extend long feeder tentacles at night and should be target fed about an hour after the lighting is off. Though they generally prefer moderate to high flow, decrease the flow while feeding to give the coral a chance to feed. Some Trachyphyllia have been known to capture larger meaty foods including small fish and invertebrates. Trachyphyllia corals is synonymous with Wellsophyllia coral. Wellsophyllia was formerly a seperate genus but has since been reclassified into the Trachyphyllia genus and is considered a Trachyphyllia variation. |
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Mycedium sp. Green-eyed Peacock Coral $149.99 Peacock Coral ( Mycedium sp. ) is hard coral of variable shape and color. It may be flat and fan-shaped or it may have irregular finger-like lobe growths. Color ranges from brown or gold to neon green, with new growth areas being lighter in color. These corals require high light and good conditions for optimum growth and are best kept in mature aquariums. Mycedium corals are very similar to Echinophyllia and Oxypora corals. The edges of the colony in Oxypora corals are much more ridged than the smoother, rolls appearance of the edges of Mycedium colonies. The ridges radiating from the center of the colony are also more serrated and tooth-like in Echinophyllia corals than in Mycedium . The raised corallites in Mycedium are also inclined towards the perimeter of the colony. |
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Various species Green Encrusting Gorgonian Frag (TFP) $14.99 Encrusting gorgonians can appear in several forms and colors. These corals grow in a mat that can be purple or brown in color and can either grow in sheets, columns or tangled strands. The polyps can be green, white or brown in coloration. These corals are often confused with star polyps and pipe organ corals, which all have similiar polyp shape. When the polyps are expanded and obscure the underlying structure they can be difficult to distinguish at first glance. Gorgonians like medium to high lighting and medium to high water movement. Under the right conditions they will grow quickly in a home aquarium and over run other corals that may be placed to close to them. To ensure this does not happen give this coral amble room to expand. Invertebrate food such as Cyclop-eeze, MicroVert, or Marine Snow are recommended as food sources for the corals. This frag has been propogated in our store by our team of marine biologists and is mounted on an artificial 1.5" diameter disk. This is a Restricted item and is not covered by our Arrive Alive 5-Day Guarantee. Please visit the Guarantee Policy and Restricted Species webpages for more information. |
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Scolymia australis Green and Purple Australian Button Coral $189.99 Scolymia australis is very similar to the much more common S. vitiensis and is also known as Button Coral as well as several other common names including Doughnut Coral, Meat Coral, and Artichoke Coral. They usually take the form of a large solitary polyp, but can vary with multiple oral openings or by forming clusters. They are similar in structure to Cynarina and Acanthophyllia corals, but they lack the dramatic tissue extension and the large, toothy ridges in their skeletal structure. Button corals are variable in color and shape, but they typically form somewhat flat, plate-like growth. They may be solid green or red, and in some rare cases solid orange in color, or they may be multicolored with a different color in the center or a striped or mottled pattern. Scolymia australis is found in the waters around Australia and has a much fleshier appearance than S. vitiensis . The individual skeletal ribs are usually not visible through the flesh of S. australis as they are in S. vitiensis . These corals are hardy and undemanding. They can be placed in low to moderate flow areas of the tank, and require moderate lighting. Handle them with care so the toothy skeleton does not damage the soft flesh. |
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Tridacna maxima Green Maxima Clam - Small $59.99 Clams are wonderful additions to any reef aquaria but do have some requirements that make them more difficult than other inverts to keep. Some research is recommended before purchasing one to find out what species will work the best in your reef aquarium. Maxima Clams ( Tridacna maxima ) are probably the most widespread species of Tridacna clams, ranging across the Indo-Pacific from the Red Sea to east Indonesia. They are most prized for their brilliant colors and cultured specimens are becoming more available in recent years. Although they can grow much larger, Maxima Clams are very similar in appearance, color and shape to some Crocea Clams ( Tridacna crocea ), especially in blue and purple individuals and in smaller sizes. The Maxima Clam can be found in a variety of colors from blues and purples to black, white, orange and greens. The mantle is often spotted, especially around the edges, but the patterns is as variable as the color and can also be striped, blotched or covered with a lace-like network. "Striped" and "Teardrop" varieties tend to be the most common in the aquarium trade. The shell of Maxima Clams may be slightly yellow or orange tinted when clean or around the inner rim. Like Crocea Clams, Maxima Clams may create indentations in rockwork. Maxima's are not usually completed burrowed however; the shell is usually about 1/2 to 1/3 exposed from their burrow. The hinge of the Maxima Clam is typically about 1/3 as long as the entire shell and the shell itself is very elongated compared to its height. They have about six or seven prominent folds. Again like Crocea Clams, Maxima's harvested from the wild usually do not have pronounced "scutes" along the outside of the shell, while aquacultured clams that have not been grown in an environment where they are burrowing into hard surfaces may have larger thin scutes. Since Maxima's usually only partially burrow into rocks, the lower part of the shell may be smooth while the upper part may still have its scutes. The "byssal opening" where the foot and byssal threads are extended from on the bottom of the clam is moderately large but can vary in size between individuals. The opening is usually symmetrical to allow the clam to close completely but can be slightly "off-center" so the two sides do not completely match. Maxima's have moderate difficulty when compared to other Tridacna clams. In the aquarium, place high in the tank under direct light (Metal Halide, VHO, or Power Compact). Smaller clams with smaller mantles rely heavily on planktonic foods filtered from the water for their nutrition. They should be fed regularly with various types of planktonic foods like phytoplankton, zooplankton, oyster eggs, rotifers and similar items. Avoid keeping with potential predators or tankmates that may nip at the clam's mantle like some wrasses, angelfish, crabs, and others. For more information on these and other clams, visit the Giant Clams Species Profile on That Fish Blog |
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Pachyclavularia sp. Metallic Green Star Polyp Rock - Medium $49.99 Star polyps are found in oceans around the world, but are commonly harvested from the Indo-Pacific. They are are found in various forms and colors. Typically, their polyps are white, brown, or metallic green in coloration and the encrusting "mat" they grow from is purple. Some polyps will even have prominent "eyes" of white or green. These are attractive in the aquarium due to their color and their encrusting nature. These corals are often confused with Encrusting Gorgonians and Pipe Organ Corals, which all have similiar polyp shape. When the polyps are expanded and obscure the underlying structure they can be difficult to distinguish at first glance. Two genera are usually known as "Encrusting Gorgonians" or as "Star polyps" - Briareum sp. and Pachyclavularia sp. . The differences between the two are small and it has been suggested that Pachyclavularia may be a synonym of and may eventually be reclassified as Briareum . Briareum sp. is usually classified by a brown or tan base, while Pachyclavularia sp. usually has a brighter purple base (especially Pachyclavularia violacea ). Under the right conditions this species may grow quickly and may be invasive to other corals. However, providing amble room between corals in the aquarium should prevent them from becoming too invasive. Invertebrate food such as MicroVert, Marine Snow, or Cyclop-eeze are recommended on an occasional basis. |
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Montipora capricornis Green Vase Coral Frag (Jason Fox) $19.99 Montipora corals are found in many types of reef environments. They can form branchy colonies in deeper waters or flat encrusting plates in shallow, high energy environments. Many colors can also be found in this huge family. As home propogation becomes more popular, exotic color combinations are making their way into the trade alongside solid purple, green, brown, yellow and red colonies. Since montipora is found in many different environments, its needs vary between colonies. Generally speaking, they tend to prefer high lighting and water movement, especially vividly colored colonies. They will tolerate lower lighting, but tend to become more brown or dark green in color. This "frag" is a small piece of a colony of montipora. It has been cultivated in captivity especially for its color, shape and hardiness. Jason Fox is well known within the coral enthusiast world as one of the premier coral farmers in the U.S.A. Jason has spent years accumulating a spectacular collection of corals in his farm, TFP is proud to offer some of Jason's signature corals as part of our coral frag collection. |
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Platygyra sp. Neon Green-polyped Maze Brain - YOUR CHOICE $172.49 This item is part of our "Your Choice - What You See Is What You Get" collection. You will receive the same piece pictured here. Named for its unique patternation, the Maze Brain Coral ( Platygyra sp. ) is a relatively hardy coral. The color of Maze Brain can range from green to purple. Colonies are usually round and boulder-like in shape but encrusting forms may be found. The Maze Brain has long sweeper tentacles which may sting neighboring corals. It can be fed zooplankton or phytoplankton and greatly benefits from supplemental trace elements including calcium. Its lighting requirements can vary but brighter-colored colonies typically need higher light, and colonies under lower light need more supplemental feedings. Water flow should be moderate to high. |
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Danio rerio Glo-Fish $7.99 The fascinating Glo-Fish has been genetically altered to give off a bright neon glow. The genes of this Zebra Danio have been altered with the genes of a certain anemone that features the illuminescence, and that is how the Glo-Fish came about! Glo-Fish were originally altered to a bright pink color, but now green, yellow, orange and blue fish are also common. Please contact the livestock department when placing your order if you have a color preference. The Glo-Fish is just as hardy as a regular Zebra Danio and also features the same bluish striping. They are an active fish that will hang out around mid-water or upper water level. They are great for community tanks. Feed them a varied diet of flake, small pellet, and occasional small-sized frozen food. The glowing coloration of the Glo-Fish will not fade or change - it is within their genetic structure and will actually be passed on to their offspring should they spawn. To see them "glow" at their best, keep a strong light on them for most of the day and then replace it with a black-light at night. |
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Scolymia australis Neon Orange and Green Aussie Button Coral - YOUR CHOICE $449.99 This item is part of our "Your Choice - What You See Is What You Get" collection. You will receive the same piece pictured here. Scolymia australis is very similar to the much more common S. vitiensis and is also known as Button Coral as well as several other common names including Doughnut Coral, Meat Coral, and Artichoke Coral. They usually take the form of a large solitary polyp, but can vary with multiple oral openings or by forming clusters. They are similar in structure to Cynarina and Acanthophyllia corals, but they lack the dramatic tissue extension and the large, toothy ridges in their skeletal structure. Button corals are variable in color and shape, but they typically form somewhat flat, plate-like growth. They may be solid green or red, and in some rare cases solid orange in color, or they may be multicolored with a different color in the center or a striped or mottled pattern. Scolymia australis is found in the waters around Australia and has a much fleshier appearance than S. vitiensis . The individual skeletal ribs are usually not visible through the flesh of S. australis as they are in S. vitiensis . These corals are hardy and undemanding. They can be placed in low to moderate flow areas of the tank, and require moderate lighting. Handle them with care so the toothy skeleton does not damage the soft flesh. |
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Euphyllia ancora Australian Metallic Green Wall Hammer Coral $149.99 Hammer corals get their name from unique hammer or horseshoe shaped tips on the tentacles that they use to filter feed and as a home for its symbiotic zooxanthallae algae. It is one of the easier large-polyp hard corals that many aquarists "graduate" to after polyps and mushrooms. Branching Hammer corals ( Euphyllia parancora ) have distinctly branched skeletons, with well formed heads of polyps while Wall Hammer Corals ( Euphyllia ancora ) have a more solid structure that grows in a wall or boulder-like shape. When fully extended, the Hammer coral can resemble an anemone and a clownfish may sometimes attempt to host in the tentacles and may damage the coral. The tentacles on Hammer Coral colonies can range anywhere from tan or golden yellow to more rare colonies of bright green. These corals are aggressive in that the tentactles can extend several inches and carry a powerful sting. Do not allow these corals to come in contact with other corals, as they can easily kill weaker stinging specimens. Hammer Corals should be oriented so that the tissue of the coral is facing the light, provide medium to strong lighting, and random water movement. Some form of invertebrate food is recommended to be added once or twice a week. |
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Alveopora sp. Metallic Green Alveopora Coral $89.99 Alveopora Corals, also known as Flowerpot or Daisy Corals, are very similar to and can often be confused with the mroe common Goniopora Corals (also known as Flowerpot Corals). The main difference in appearance between these two corals is in the "fringe" around each of the long, tentacle-like polyps. Goniopora corals have about 24 "fringes" around the edge of each tentacle while Alveopora corals only have twelve. Alveopora corals can be very delicate. They are susceptible to infection and injury and their placement in the tank is vital. They should not be placed in areas with high, direct flow and should have moderate lighting. They should also be securely anchored in place so they do not get knocked over by other tankmates or when fully expanded. These corals are photosynthetic and will produce food from the lighting in the tank but they also benefit from supplemental feeding. Planktonic foods or small food items like Cyclopeeze, baby brine shrimp, oyster eggs and similar items can be target-fed to the coral. Alveopora colonies can be ball-like or boulder-like in shape or may be found in branching colonies. |
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Acanthurus olivaceus Orange Shoulder Tang - Small Adult $69.99 As a juvenile, the Orange Shoulder Tang ( Acanthurus olivaceus ) is yellow-green and a faint orange marking behind the gill. As the fish matures, its yellow coloration fades to gray-olive, darker in the back and lgihter in the front. A larger, more vibrant orange marking with blue edges becomes visible behind the eye running down the side of the fish. Tangs and Surgeonfish are some of the most popular and common fish found in the aquarium trade. This group includes several genuses that can be associated with the various common name groups although "Surgeonfish" and "Tang" are often used interchangeably: Acanthurus ("Surgeonfish"), Naso ("Unicorn Tangs"), Ctenochaetus ("Bristletooth Tangs") and Zebrasoma ("Tangs"). They are found in almost every tropical oceans and in almost every color and pattern. The common names ?? 1/2surgeonfish?? 1/2 or "doctorfish" comes from the tiny scalpel-like spine at the base of the fish's tail. They use this spine as defense and will extend the spine if threatened. You may witness the tang shimmying up against another tang or fish; this is a sign of aggression as they may be using this spine to ward off the other fish. Always use caution when handling or netting a tang since this spine can become caught or cause injuries. Tangs and Surgeonfish are omnivores but a large part of the diet of most species consists of algae and plant matter. Tangs should also be given some meaty food to round out their diet. However, tangs that are fed primarily meaty foods over a long period of time are more likely to suffer from head and lateral line erosion (HLLE). HLLE disease in the short run is not fatal, but over time if the disease continues to progress the fish will stop eating and become lethargic and susceptible to other infections which may eventually contribute to its demise. The best treatment is prevention; maintain excellent water quality and feed a rich and varied diet. Supplementing with a multivitamin (A, D, E, B complex, and Iodine) may also help prevent further erosion. Tangs are generally community fish and get along with most other tankmates. Most do not bother corals and can actually help keep nuisance algae trimmed and under control, especially "Bristletooth Tangs" from the Ctenochaetus genus. Tangs may get territorial and aggressive towards similar tangs, so always use caution when keeping these fish together or with other fish that have a similar body shape or coloration. Visit That Fish Blog for more information on Tangs and Surgeonfish and other aquarium-related topics from our marine biologists and aquatic staff. |
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Acanthurus olivaceus Orange Shoulder Tang - Medium Adult $79.99 As a juvenile, the Orange Shoulder Tang ( Acanthurus olivaceus ) is yellow-green and a faint orange marking behind the gill. As the fish matures, its yellow coloration fades to gray-olive, darker in the back and lgihter in the front. A larger, more vibrant orange marking with blue edges becomes visible behind the eye running down the side of the fish. Tangs and Surgeonfish are some of the most popular and common fish found in the aquarium trade. This group includes several genuses that can be associated with the various common name groups although "Surgeonfish" and "Tang" are often used interchangeably: Acanthurus ("Surgeonfish"), Naso ("Unicorn Tangs"), Ctenochaetus ("Bristletooth Tangs") and Zebrasoma ("Tangs"). They are found in almost every tropical oceans and in almost every color and pattern. The common names ?? 1/2surgeonfish?? 1/2 or "doctorfish" comes from the tiny scalpel-like spine at the base of the fish's tail. They use this spine as defense and will extend the spine if threatened. You may witness the tang shimmying up against another tang or fish; this is a sign of aggression as they may be using this spine to ward off the other fish. Always use caution when handling or netting a tang since this spine can become caught or cause injuries. Tangs and Surgeonfish are omnivores but a large part of the diet of most species consists of algae and plant matter. Tangs should also be given some meaty food to round out their diet. However, tangs that are fed primarily meaty foods over a long period of time are more likely to suffer from head and lateral line erosion (HLLE). HLLE disease in the short run is not fatal, but over time if the disease continues to progress the fish will stop eating and become lethargic and susceptible to other infections which may eventually contribute to its demise. The best treatment is prevention; maintain excellent water quality and feed a rich and varied diet. Supplementing with a multivitamin (A, D, E, B complex, and Iodine) may also help prevent further erosion. Tangs are generally community fish and get along with most other tankmates. Most do not bother corals and can actually help keep nuisance algae trimmed and under control, especially "Bristletooth Tangs" from the Ctenochaetus genus. Tangs may get territorial and aggressive towards similar tangs, so always use caution when keeping these fish together or with other fish that have a similar body shape or coloration. Visit That Fish Blog for more information on Tangs and Surgeonfish and other aquarium-related topics from our marine biologists and aquatic staff. |
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Acanthurus olivaceus Orange Shoulder Tang - Changing/Sub-adult $49.99 As a juvenile, the Orange Shoulder Tang ( Acanthurus olivaceus ) is yellow-green and a faint orange marking behind the gill. As the fish matures, its yellow coloration fades to gray-olive, darker in the back and lgihter in the front. A larger, more vibrant orange marking with blue edges becomes visible behind the eye running down the side of the fish. Tangs and Surgeonfish are some of the most popular and common fish found in the aquarium trade. This group includes several genuses that can be associated with the various common name groups although "Surgeonfish" and "Tang" are often used interchangeably: Acanthurus ("Surgeonfish"), Naso ("Unicorn Tangs"), Ctenochaetus ("Bristletooth Tangs") and Zebrasoma ("Tangs"). They are found in almost every tropical oceans and in almost every color and pattern. The common names ?? 1/2surgeonfish?? 1/2 or "doctorfish" comes from the tiny scalpel-like spine at the base of the fish's tail. They use this spine as defense and will extend the spine if threatened. You may witness the tang shimmying up against another tang or fish; this is a sign of aggression as they may be using this spine to ward off the other fish. Always use caution when handling or netting a tang since this spine can become caught or cause injuries. Tangs and Surgeonfish are omnivores but a large part of the diet of most species consists of algae and plant matter. Tangs should also be given some meaty food to round out their diet. However, tangs that are fed primarily meaty foods over a long period of time are more likely to suffer from head and lateral line erosion (HLLE). HLLE disease in the short run is not fatal, but over time if the disease continues to progress the fish will stop eating and become lethargic and susceptible to other infections which may eventually contribute to its demise. The best treatment is prevention; maintain excellent water quality and feed a rich and varied diet. Supplementing with a multivitamin (A, D, E, B complex, and Iodine) may also help prevent further erosion. Tangs are generally community fish and get along with most other tankmates. Most do not bother corals and can actually help keep nuisance algae trimmed and under control, especially "Bristletooth Tangs" from the Ctenochaetus genus. Tangs may get territorial and aggressive towards similar tangs, so always use caution when keeping these fish together or with other fish that have a similar body shape or coloration. Visit That Fish Blog for more information on Tangs and Surgeonfish and other aquarium-related topics from our marine biologists and aquatic staff. |
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Acanthurus olivaceus Orange Shoulder Tang - Juvenile $39.99 As a juvenile, the Orange Shoulder Tang ( Acanthurus olivaceus ) is yellow-green and a faint orange marking behind the gill. As the fish matures, its yellow coloration fades to gray-olive, darker in the back and lgihter in the front. A larger, more vibrant orange marking with blue edges becomes visible behind the eye running down the side of the fish. Tangs and Surgeonfish are some of the most popular and common fish found in the aquarium trade. This group includes several genuses that can be associated with the various common name groups although "Surgeonfish" and "Tang" are often used interchangeably: Acanthurus ("Surgeonfish"), Naso ("Unicorn Tangs"), Ctenochaetus ("Bristletooth Tangs") and Zebrasoma ("Tangs"). They are found in almost every tropical oceans and in almost every color and pattern. The common names ?? 1/2surgeonfish?? 1/2 or "doctorfish" comes from the tiny scalpel-like spine at the base of the fish's tail. They use this spine as defense and will extend the spine if threatened. You may witness the tang shimmying up against another tang or fish; this is a sign of aggression as they may be using this spine to ward off the other fish. Always use caution when handling or netting a tang since this spine can become caught or cause injuries. Tangs and Surgeonfish are omnivores but a large part of the diet of most species consists of algae and plant matter. Tangs should also be given some meaty food to round out their diet. However, tangs that are fed primarily meaty foods over a long period of time are more likely to suffer from head and lateral line erosion (HLLE). HLLE disease in the short run is not fatal, but over time if the disease continues to progress the fish will stop eating and become lethargic and susceptible to other infections which may eventually contribute to its demise. The best treatment is prevention; maintain excellent water quality and feed a rich and varied diet. Supplementing with a multivitamin (A, D, E, B complex, and Iodine) may also help prevent further erosion. Tangs are generally community fish and get along with most other tankmates. Most do not bother corals and can actually help keep nuisance algae trimmed and under control, especially "Bristletooth Tangs" from the Ctenochaetus genus. Tangs may get territorial and aggressive towards similar tangs, so always use caution when keeping these fish together or with other fish that have a similar body shape or coloration. Visit That Fish Blog for more information on Tangs and Surgeonfish and other aquarium-related topics from our marine biologists and aquatic staff. |
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Tetraodon biocellatus Figure Eight Puffer $12.99 The Figure Eight Puffer is found primarily in freshwater and brackish areas throughout its native range. In spite of this, the Figure Eight Puffer actually does best in mildly brackish water when kept in captivity. Figure Eight Puffers are normally brownish on the dorsal side, and have irregular dark blotches that are edged in yellowish green. Two of these blotches just before the dorsal fin usually make the shape of a figure-eight. The fins are rounded, and the belly is white. Like other puffers, these fish are territorial, and should be kept with only hardy community fish that are larger than them if not kept in a tank of only puffers. They are nippy, and will often damage the fins of their tankmates. Figure Eight Puffers eat snails and will crush the shell to get to the meat inside. They will also meaty frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, some formulas and pellets, along with live ghost shrimp as an occasional treat. |
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Melanotaenia maccullochi Redfin Dwarf Rainbowfish $9.99 McCulloch's Rainbow is a unique species of rainbowfish. With the same general body shape as others, this rainbow features a silvery-blue irridescent body color with 7 horizontal stripes varying in color from darker blue-black to red to yellow, or a combination of all those. The finnage has a slight green tint with bright red tips. Rainbows are active, peaceful fish that enjoy schooling, so it is best to keep in groups of 4 or more. They will do well in a peaceful community tank, as well as a slightly more aggressive tank. They aren't too fussy about tank decor but do very well in a planted tank. They will eat a variety of prepared foods including flake, granules, and frozen. |
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Odonus niger Niger Trigger - Medium $29.99 The Niger Trigger ( Odonus niger ) has a body that can range from dark blue to blue-green in color. Its tail is crescent-shaped, and may develop streamers as the fish matures. The teeth are often red, especially in fish from the Red Sea. These triggers may prey on some crustaceans, sponges, tunicates or very small fish, especially as adults, but do not usually bother corals. Triggerfish are easily recognized by their distinct body shape and a thick dorsal spike that can be raised and lowered at will. When these fish feels threatened, is ready for sleep at night, or wants to secure itself against strong wave action, it can use the spine to wedge itself into a hole or crevice. Once a trigger has secured itself, it is next to impossible to remove it from its hiding place. These fish may lay on the bottom of the tank or hide in a corner if they can't find an adequate place to feel secure, so they appreciate rock or other ornaments where that can retreat. Use caution when netting these fish as the spines and rough scales can become tangled in the mesh. Triggerfish are voracious carnivores and will need to be fed a varied diet of meaty foods including freeze-dried or frozen clam, krill, shrimp, and other similar items. They generally cannot be housed with inverts such as crabs, clams, urchins or crabs as these will be seen as a quick snack. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, and they should be large enough and tough enough to hold their own against a feisty trigger. Be aware that these are very active fish, spending most of their time in the open searching for food or other fish to chase. Some can be downright mean, killing tank mates or biting electrical cords, fingers, or anything else that breaks the water's surface. Be aware of the temperament of any trigger species you may want to house in a tank before they are introduced. Even small triggers can cause big issues as they mature or become established. Triggers from the genera Pseudobalistes , Rhinecanthus , Balistes and Balistoides are generally the most aggressive species and should not be kept with corals, inverts or small fish. Odonus , Melichthys , and Xanthichthys genera are generally less aggressive or destructive and some may even be kept successfully in community or reef aquariums but be aware that they still may prey on inverts (especially crustaceans) or on smaller tankmates. |
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Odonus niger Niger Trigger - Small $24.99 The Niger Trigger ( Odonus niger ) has a body that can range from dark blue to blue-green in color. Its tail is crescent-shaped, and may develop streamers as the fish matures. The teeth are often red, especially in fish from the Red Sea. These triggers may prey on some crustaceans, sponges, tunicates or very small fish, especially as adults, but do not usually bother corals. Triggerfish are easily recognized by their distinct body shape and a thick dorsal spike that can be raised and lowered at will. When these fish feels threatened, is ready for sleep at night, or wants to secure itself against strong wave action, it can use the spine to wedge itself into a hole or crevice. Once a trigger has secured itself, it is next to impossible to remove it from its hiding place. These fish may lay on the bottom of the tank or hide in a corner if they can't find an adequate place to feel secure, so they appreciate rock or other ornaments where that can retreat. Use caution when netting these fish as the spines and rough scales can become tangled in the mesh. Triggerfish are voracious carnivores and will need to be fed a varied diet of meaty foods including freeze-dried or frozen clam, krill, shrimp, and other similar items. They generally cannot be housed with inverts such as crabs, clams, urchins or crabs as these will be seen as a quick snack. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, and they should be large enough and tough enough to hold their own against a feisty trigger. Be aware that these are very active fish, spending most of their time in the open searching for food or other fish to chase. Some can be downright mean, killing tank mates or biting electrical cords, fingers, or anything else that breaks the water's surface. Be aware of the temperament of any trigger species you may want to house in a tank before they are introduced. Even small triggers can cause big issues as they mature or become established. Triggers from the genera Pseudobalistes , Rhinecanthus , Balistes and Balistoides are generally the most aggressive species and should not be kept with corals, inverts or small fish. Odonus , Melichthys , and Xanthichthys genera are generally less aggressive or destructive and some may even be kept successfully in community or reef aquariums but be aware that they still may prey on inverts (especially crustaceans) or on smaller tankmates. |
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Balistapus undulatus Undulated Trigger - Small $29.99 The Undulated Trigger ( Balistapus undulatus ) is one of the most beautiful - and most aggressive - triggers available to aquarists. It has orange and green stripes and a striped tail. A black spot decorates the base of the tail. This trigger is also known as the Orange-lined Trigger. Triggerfish are easily recognized by their distinct body shape and a thick dorsal spike that can be raised and lowered at will. When these fish feels threatened, is ready for sleep at night, or wants to secure itself against strong wave action, it can use the spine to wedge itself into a hole or crevice. Once a trigger has secured itself, it is next to impossible to remove it from its hiding place. These fish may lay on the bottom of the tank or hide in a corner if they can't find an adequate place to feel secure, so they appreciate rock or other ornaments where that can retreat. Use caution when netting these fish as the spines and rough scales can become tangled in the mesh. Triggerfish are voracious carnivores and will need to be fed a varied diet of meaty foods including freeze-dried or frozen clam, krill, shrimp, and other similar items. They generally cannot be housed with inverts such as crabs, clams, urchins or crabs as these will be seen as a quick snack. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, and they should be large enough and tough enough to hold their own against a feisty trigger. Be aware that these are very active fish, spending most of their time in the open searching for food or other fish to chase. Some can be downright mean, killing tank mates or biting electrical cords, fingers, or anything else that breaks the water's surface. Be aware of the temperament of any trigger species you may want to house in a tank before they are introduced. Even small triggers can cause big issues as they mature or become established. Triggers from the genera Pseudobalistes , Rhinecanthus , Balistes and Balistoides are generally the most aggressive species and should not be kept with corals, inverts or small fish. Odonus , Melichthys , and Xanthichthys genera are generally less aggressive or destructive and some may even be kept successfully in community or reef aquariums but be aware that they still may prey on inverts (especially crustaceans) or on smaller tankmates. |
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Rhinecanthus rectangulus Rectangle Trigger - Small $29.99 The Rectangle Trigger ( Rhinecanthus rectangulus ) is tan and white on the front half, with a wide black band that runs from the eye to the anal fin and lime green "V" shaped accents towards the tail. They have a black triangular marking at the base of the tail, and blue markings above the eyes. Triggerfish are easily recognized by their distinct body shape and a thick dorsal spike that can be raised and lowered at will. When these fish feels threatened, is ready for sleep at night, or wants to secure itself against strong wave action, it can use the spine to wedge itself into a hole or crevice. Once a trigger has secured itself, it is next to impossible to remove it from its hiding place. These fish may lay on the bottom of the tank or hide in a corner if they can't find an adequate place to feel secure, so they appreciate rock or other ornaments where that can retreat. Use caution when netting these fish as the spines and rough scales can become tangled in the mesh. Triggerfish are voracious carnivores and will need to be fed a varied diet of meaty foods including freeze-dried or frozen clam, krill, shrimp, and other similar items. They generally cannot be housed with inverts such as crabs, clams, urchins or crabs as these will be seen as a quick snack. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, and they should be large enough and tough enough to hold their own against a feisty trigger. Be aware that these are very active fish, spending most of their time in the open searching for food or other fish to chase. Some can be downright mean, killing tank mates or biting electrical cords, fingers, or anything else that breaks the water's surface. Be aware of the temperament of any trigger species you may want to house in a tank before they are introduced. Even small triggers can cause big issues as they mature or become established. Triggers from the genera Pseudobalistes , Rhinecanthus , Balistes and Balistoides are generally the most aggressive species and should not be kept with corals, inverts or small fish. Odonus , Melichthys , and Xanthichthys genera are generally less aggressive or destructive and some may even be kept successfully in community or reef aquariums but be aware that they still may prey on inverts (especially crustaceans) or on smaller tankmates. |
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Balistapus undulatus Undulated Trigger - Small/Medium $39.99 The Undulated Trigger ( Balistapus undulatus ) is one of the most beautiful - and most aggressive - triggers available to aquarists. It has orange and green stripes and a striped tail. A black spot decorates the base of the tail. This trigger is also known as the Orange-lined Trigger. Triggerfish are easily recognized by their distinct body shape and a thick dorsal spike that can be raised and lowered at will. When these fish feels threatened, is ready for sleep at night, or wants to secure itself against strong wave action, it can use the spine to wedge itself into a hole or crevice. Once a trigger has secured itself, it is next to impossible to remove it from its hiding place. These fish may lay on the bottom of the tank or hide in a corner if they can't find an adequate place to feel secure, so they appreciate rock or other ornaments where that can retreat. Use caution when netting these fish as the spines and rough scales can become tangled in the mesh. Triggerfish are voracious carnivores and will need to be fed a varied diet of meaty foods including freeze-dried or frozen clam, krill, shrimp, and other similar items. They generally cannot be housed with inverts such as crabs, clams, urchins or crabs as these will be seen as a quick snack. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, and they should be large enough and tough enough to hold their own against a feisty trigger. Be aware that these are very active fish, spending most of their time in the open searching for food or other fish to chase. Some can be downright mean, killing tank mates or biting electrical cords, fingers, or anything else that breaks the water's surface. Be aware of the temperament of any trigger species you may want to house in a tank before they are introduced. Even small triggers can cause big issues as they mature or become established. Triggers from the genera Pseudobalistes , Rhinecanthus , Balistes and Balistoides are generally the most aggressive species and should not be kept with corals, inverts or small fish. Odonus , Melichthys , and Xanthichthys genera are generally less aggressive or destructive and some may even be kept successfully in community or reef aquariums but be aware that they still may prey on inverts (especially crustaceans) or on smaller tankmates. |
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Rhinecanthus rectangulus Rectangle Trigger - Medium $39.99 The Rectangle Trigger ( Rhinecanthus rectangulus ) is tan and white on the front half, with a wide black band that runs from the eye to the anal fin and lime green "V" shaped accents towards the tail. They have a black triangular marking at the base of the tail, and blue markings above the eyes. Triggerfish are easily recognized by their distinct body shape and a thick dorsal spike that can be raised and lowered at will. When these fish feels threatened, is ready for sleep at night, or wants to secure itself against strong wave action, it can use the spine to wedge itself into a hole or crevice. Once a trigger has secured itself, it is next to impossible to remove it from its hiding place. These fish may lay on the bottom of the tank or hide in a corner if they can't find an adequate place to feel secure, so they appreciate rock or other ornaments where that can retreat. Use caution when netting these fish as the spines and rough scales can become tangled in the mesh. Triggerfish are voracious carnivores and will need to be fed a varied diet of meaty foods including freeze-dried or frozen clam, krill, shrimp, and other similar items. They generally cannot be housed with inverts such as crabs, clams, urchins or crabs as these will be seen as a quick snack. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, and they should be large enough and tough enough to hold their own against a feisty trigger. Be aware that these are very active fish, spending most of their time in the open searching for food or other fish to chase. Some can be downright mean, killing tank mates or biting electrical cords, fingers, or anything else that breaks the water's surface. Be aware of the temperament of any trigger species you may want to house in a tank before they are introduced. Even small triggers can cause big issues as they mature or become established. Triggers from the genera Pseudobalistes , Rhinecanthus , Balistes and Balistoides are generally the most aggressive species and should not be kept with corals, inverts or small fish. Odonus , Melichthys , and Xanthichthys genera are generally less aggressive or destructive and some may even be kept successfully in community or reef aquariums but be aware that they still may prey on inverts (especially crustaceans) or on smaller tankmates. |
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Green Fish with Submarine $19.99 Green Fish with Submarine - Premium Poster |
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Green Shrimp Shape Silicone Lure Fishing Bait $7.49 Description: Shrimp Shape Silicone Fishing Bait make your fishing trip more convenient. Silicon Fishing Lure Bait adopts silicone material and shrimp shape. Green Shrimp Shape Fish Bait: hang them up to fishing hook and they will vivid in water. Soft and lightweight design, grab the attention of fish. Silicone Lure Bait with bright green color. Package Size: 5 3/4 x 4 3/4 inch Weight: 23g Package Included: 1 x package Fishing Bait |
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One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish (on green) $59.99 Theodor (Dr. Seuss) Geisel One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish (on green) - Art Print |


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