The African Butterflyfish (Pantodon buchholzi) is the only member in its family, Pantodontidae. It is more loosely related to … Read more

The Merriam-Webster dictionary says a hybrid is “an offspring of two animals or plants of different races, breeds, varieties, … Read more

The Bridled Burrfish is very intelligent and has been known to recognize its feeder and perform small tricks. Be aware that … Read more

Zanclus Cornutus is unique in that among English speaking countries, it only has one common name: The Moorish Idol. The unsub … Read more

The Choat’s Leopard Wrasse would be a perfect candidate for the expert aquarist, its peaceful behavior and bright coloration … Read more

Pilsbryoconcha exilis is a freshwater mussel common throughout southeast Asia and the Sunda Islands. In the north American a … Read more

One of the most common questions for new aquarists is some variation of “I want to start keeping corals, where should I start … Read more

The Emerald or Mithrax Crab is sometimes (but not frequently anymore) called the Green Clinging Crab, which just wasn't all t … Read more

Maxima Clams exhibit exquisite patterns and vivid colors. They come in endless colors and patterns that would make a great a … Read more