The United States is the main market for “ornamental” marine fish, those that end up as pets in aquariums. Now, a new study ...

Algae in an aquarium are not a sign of neglect–quite the opposite: In a healthy tank, they are part of the ecosystem. However ...

Keeping an aquarium is a challenging, yet deeply rewarding experience. You not only have to take care of the fish by giving them a spacious tank, good water conditions, and a healthy diet but also ...

One of the most popular choices for beginner aquarium owners are Guppies. These are small, brightly coloured fish with elegant tails. They’re also peaceful and easy to breed. Guppies thrive in tanks ...

The egg surface structure of Thalassophryne amazonica, a freshwater toadfish from the Amazon basin is described. Eggs of this species show a remarkable, highly unusual system of parallel ridges and ...

The Chicago River was once a heavily polluted mess, a source of deadly diseases like cholera and typhoid fever. The waterway was so dirty that engineers famously reversed its direction in 1900 so it ...

A new study by the Shedd Aquarium has found that the Chicago River system continues to recover from pollution, as evidenced by the fish species that have been spawning in the river system. A report on ...

A recent scientific study takes a look at the intriguing ability of male Japanese pufferfish. The incredible fish utilize a fascinating mating ritual that involves engineering complex designs in the ...

If you’re thinking of setting up an aquarium in your home, you may be wondering what kind of fish you’d like to have in your tank. Freshwater fish are a popular option since it can be easier for ...

Which 10-gallon aquarium is best? 10-gallon aquariums are a great pick for anyone looking for a medium-sized community or coral tank. 10 gallons may seem like a lot, but it’s actually the perfect size ...