By Edward Carver The United States is the main market for “ornamental” marine fish, those that end up as pets in aquariums.

A saltwater aquarium is an exotic and striking addition to the home. But more than a striking piece of furniture, it’s a living habitat that is both enthralling and engaging thanks to the vibrant ...

As the popularity of marine aquariums rises, so does the demand for wildlife inhabiting them. Most aquarium fish are harvested from their natural habitats -- primarily coral reefs -- and imported into ...

Some aquarium fish carry price tags that could challenge high-end gadgets, luxury cars, and even some small homes. Yes, you ...

A saltwater aquarium can be a dramatic addition to any room. Filled with exotic (and expensive) fish, it’s visually appealing and a great conversation piece. But it isn’t exactly easy to care for.

A group of exotic tropical marine fish are settling in to a new home at Hastings Blue Reef Aquarium after being donated by a member of the public. Lipstick Tang Credit: Blue Reef Aquarium A total of ...

Scientists are struggling to raise tropical fish on farms so that fishers who now poison coral reefs to catch them will no longer be needed Tropical fish tanks in restaurants, hospitals and homes ...

In this video, we participate in the restocking process of a 6000-gallon saltwater pond by catching various tropical ...

Like Nemo, tropical fish look out of place in southern waters, thousands of kilometres from their usual homes on the Great Barrier Reef on Queensland's eastern coast or at Ningaloo Reef, off Western ...

This article was originally featured on Hakai Magazine, an online publication about science and society in coastal ecosystems. Read more stories like this at hakaimagazine.com. Existing in a seemingly ...