The arowana is a species of freshwater bony fish. It includes several extant species from Africa, Asia, South America, and Australia. There are at least five extinct genera known only from fossils. These date as far back as the Late Jurassic/Early Cretaceous period. They grow rather rapidly and can outgrow an aquarium in 8-10 months. […]
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Leafy Seadragon
The leafy seadragon is a species of marine fish in the family Syngnathidae, which includes seadragons, pipefish, and seahorses. It is the only member of the genus Phycodurus. They are found off the southern and western coasts of Australia. The leafy protrusions are not used for propulsion. They are for camouflage only. The leafy seadragon […]
Seahorse
Seahorse is the name given to 54 species of marine fishes in the genus Hippocampus. Seahorses are mainly found in…
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