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A Short Tale About Wrasse

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Wrasses , the small brightly colored marine fish are the members of the family “Labridae”. More than 600 species of wrasse are present in this family. Wrasses are found in largely small to medium sizes. They are native to the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific oceans. and mostly reside in the tropical and subtropical waters throughout the world. They are the residents of the coral reefs and rocky shores, where they live close to the substrate. These can also live in shallow-waters. More Interesting Facts Wrasses are 2 to 5 cm long and known for their distinctive features. They have elongated and slender bodies, thick lips, smooth scales, and long fins. Wrasses also have canine teeth that are present in the front of the jaw. Wrasses are born as females and as they grow change to males. These are carnivorous and mostly feed on marine invertebrates. Wrasses also eat other small fishes and certain shrimps. Wrasses are known for their reproductive behavior. They do group spawning and pair spawnin

Five Recognized Species of Genus Lycengraulis-Engraulidae Anchovies

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Lycengraulis is a genus of bony fishes who belong to the family “ Anchovies ”. They are native to Central America and South America. Currently, five species have been recognized in this genus, known for their distinctive features, colors, and sizes. The name of the five species are-  Lycengraulis Batesii Lycengraulis figueiredoi Lycengraulis grossidens Lycengraulis limnichthys Lycengraulis poeyi Today we will discuss the characteristics of these five species and some of their known-facts. Members of Genus Lycengraulis The members of the “Lycengraulis” genus belong to the class- Actinopterygii, Order- Clupeiformes, Subfamily-Engraulidae. Most of them have largemouth, pig-like snout, extending upper jaw, sharp teeth with both jaws. These reside in freshwater and brackish water throughout the world. They are mostly found in green color with blue reflection and silver stripes. These fishes mainly feed on plankton and fish larvae. The members of this family are considered a good food source

Four Most Beautiful Fish with Distinguished Fins

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Have you ever thought of exploring the underwater world of the deep ocean? Do you feel excited to think about the creatures living in the sea?  There are different types of animals which live in the water and it is impossible to list all of them. Researchers try to collect various clues to uncover the mystery of marine life. Amongst all creatures, fishes are considered one of the most popular ones because of their beautiful looks, characteristics, unconventional nature, and innumerable benefits. It is really exciting to see a fish in the first place.  Fishes come in beautiful colorations, shapes, sizes. They are known for their distinct features and different forms. Today on this page, we are going to discuss four most beautiful fishes in the world and the types of fins found on their body. Interesting Facts About Fish Fins Fish fins help you to identify a fish. With the help of the fins, fish can swim and maintain the balance of their body. Fish fins are classified into two types-

The Most Attractive Fishes of Vietnam

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Vietnam is a beautiful country. It has the most beautiful beaches, islands, and also the oldest fishing villages. Varieties of fishes inhabit its rivers, lagoons, and large oceans. The fishes of Vietnam live both in the freshwater and saltwater. The country also produces different types of tank and pond raised freshwater fish that are absolutely stunning and impressive. If you are a fish lover, you would definitely want to see their collected freshwater species. Here we are describing the characteristics of some attractive freshwater and saltwater fish of Vietnam . Incredible Freshwater Fish  A lot of Vietnamese fishes reside in freshwater. Here is a list of some freshwater fish found in Vietnam. 1. Catfish Catfish are known for their high nutritional value. These are also considered as a good source of food for humans. Catfish have flat heads and beards and are mostly found in the lakes, pond, and fields. They prefer to live in calm water. The color of the catfish is brown-yello