Batfish
These usually deep bodied batfish require at least a two foot deep and wide aquarium. Young batfish are more colourful than adults and once established in their aquarium will grow quickly.
Despite their big size they are not aggressive towards other fishes but avoid species that can nip their elaborate fins. Large batfish can be destructive [...]
Wrasse
Wrasses are lively, active fish found in most warm seas, though the majority come from tropical waters. They tend to be colourful, displaying elaborate patterning on their bodies.
Their shape varies from elongated to deep and compressed, and significant range of sizes within the group. Larger species are too big for the home aquarium.
They are hard [...]
Lionfish and Scorpionfish
Lionfish and Scorpionfish are beautifully but potentially deadly, the members of this family are equipped with a painful venom. Their tank needs to be serviced with great care, because it is easy to catch your hand on one of the stinging spies.
Transferring fish between tanks also needs to be carried out with caution. Never be [...]
Soft Corals and Polyps
Soft Corals and Polyps have around 2,500 species known and the specie are highly diverse in appearance. Some resemble anemones whereas others will grow to huge structures. The majority of of species that will interest aquarists will contain symbiotic algae and will need plenty of lighting.
Soft corals and polyps will influence their neighbours by either [...]
Squirrelfish
The red colour, large eyes and fitful movements of these attractive fish are reminiscent of terrestrial squirrels. The eye size of the squirrelfish is an adaptation for nocturnal living in sheltered areas near the base of coral reefs, where it is vital to gather as much light as possible form the gloomy surrounding.
Certain species are [...]
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