Angel Fish

The black lace angel (Pterophyllum scalare) is a variant of angel fish, and belongs to the Cichlidae family. This species is native to South America. The scientific name, Pterophyllum, is in fact pretty descriptive, as it is derived from the Greek term for "winged leaf," reflecting its distinctive fins. Black lace angel fish... more »

Brine shrimp technically aren't shrimp, but they do make great food for fish, especially fry and carnivorous fish with small mouths, such as sea horses. Although hatched brine shrimp can be bought from pet stores, you need to buy in bulk and the tank water could be questionable. Since brine shrimp eggs can go years before hatching,... more »

Mating occurs at different times for different types of salt water fish. Seasonal cues such as light and temperature trigger mating in some species so that it occurs just in the summer months. Other breeds of marine fish mate once a month regardless of the seasons, usually either at the full moon or the new moon. The Butterflyfish is... more »

Aquarium tanks come in sizes from 5 gallons to just about as big as you can handle. Some people have even put them into walls to be viewed from two different rooms.
Aquariums can be specialized to hold only goldfish, angel fish or seahorses. Pet stores or specialty fish pet stores are full of colorful decorations and even more... more »

Everyone needs an escape. Teenagers, in particular, just need someplace to do nothing for awhile in an environment where no one can tell them what to do. The sea is a great place to do this. Teenagers can creatively design their rooms with an ocean theme in mind to be used as a place of solace. more »