Predatory Fish
-
Predatory Fish
May 2018
The sea world is full of utterly unique and equally strange creatures.
While extremely interesting the predatory fish listed below are venomous and you should handle them with care!
Stonefish
Stonefish are marine fish that can be found in the shallow waters of the tropical Indo-Pacific. They live among rocks or corals and have the ability to blend perfectly with their surroundings. This makes them difficult to see and if stepped on can be quite dangerous. They inject venom through their dorsal-fin spines.
The wounds that they cause are extremely painful and sometimes even fatal.
This makes them one of the most dangerous fish in the oceans.
Lionfish
Native to the warm, tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, Lionfish are slow-moving and conspicuous. They rely on their unusual coloration and fins to discourage potential predators from attacking them.
Their spines deliver a venomous, dangerous sing that can cause excruciating pain, sweating, respiratory problems and even paralysis.
Lionfish are extremely beautiful and desirable predatory fish to keep in a home predatory tank. However, more than 30 years ago, lionfish are suspected to have been released into the Atlantic Ocean by hobbyists that no longer wanted the fish. Since lionfish have no natural predators in this region, they now present a serious threat to other marine life, destroying coral reefs and fish population.
There is a great amount of responsibility required as our world becomes more globalised and we must all be conscious of the impact we have as humans on the planet.
If you are considering keeping Lionfish please contact our team to discuss their care. We recommend professional maintenance every two weeks.
Pufferfish
Pufferfish are slow swimmers and rely on their “inflatability” to defend intimidate and defend themselves from predators. There are more than 120 species of pufferfish in the world, and most of them live in tropical or subtropical waters. Some can be found even in fresh water environments.
They contain a substance called tetrodoxin that makes them lethal to fish. The substance is more than 1000 times more toxic than cyanide.
Pufferfish are outstanding fish and a popular option for a predatory tank. They require frequent maintenance and very good filtration set up.
Striped Eel Catfish
Predominantly found in the tropical and subtropical waters of Australia, these marine catfish employ schooling as a tactic against predators. They will shoal with others that look just like them to avoid standing out, which would make them weaker to predators.
Their fins conceal spines that deliver a highly toxic venom when touched, one that could be fatal even to humans.
If you are considering having an exciting set up with predatory fish, contact our team today!
Send us an email at london@aquariumarchitecture.com or give us a call on 020 777 12345
Predatory Fish
The sea world is full of utterly unique and equally strange creatures.
While extremely interesting the predatory fish listed below are venomous and you should handle them with care!
Stonefish
Stonefish are marine fish that can be found in the shallow waters of the tropical Indo-Pacific. They live among rocks or corals and have the ability to blend perfectly with their surroundings. This makes them difficult to see and if stepped on can be quite dangerous. They inject venom through their dorsal-fin spines.
The wounds that they cause are extremely painful and sometimes even fatal.
This makes them one of the most dangerous fish in the oceans.
Lionfish
Native to the warm, tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, Lionfish are slow-moving and conspicuous. They rely on their unusual coloration and fins to discourage potential predators from attacking them.
Their spines deliver a venomous, dangerous sing that can cause excruciating pain, sweating, respiratory problems and even paralysis.
Lionfish are extremely beautiful and desirable predatory fish to keep in a home predatory tank. However, more than 30 years ago, lionfish are suspected to have been released into the Atlantic Ocean by hobbyists that no longer wanted the fish. Since lionfish have no natural predators in this region, they now present a serious threat to other marine life, destroying coral reefs and fish population.
There is a great amount of responsibility required as our world becomes more globalised and we must all be conscious of the impact we have as humans on the planet.
If you are considering keeping Lionfish please contact our team to discuss their care. We recommend professional maintenance every two weeks.
Pufferfish
Pufferfish are slow swimmers and rely on their “inflatability” to defend intimidate and defend themselves from predators. There are more than 120 species of pufferfish in the world, and most of them live in tropical or subtropical waters. Some can be found even in fresh water environments.
They contain a substance called tetrodoxin that makes them lethal to fish. The substance is more than 1000 times more toxic than cyanide.
Pufferfish are outstanding fish and a popular option for a predatory tank. They require frequent maintenance and very good filtration set up.
Striped Eel Catfish
Predominantly found in the tropical and subtropical waters of Australia, these marine catfish employ schooling as a tactic against predators. They will shoal with others that look just like them to avoid standing out, which would make them weaker to predators.
Their fins conceal spines that deliver a highly toxic venom when touched, one that could be fatal even to humans.
If you are considering having an exciting set up with predatory fish, contact our team today!
Send us an email at london@aquariumarchitecture.com or give us a call on 020 777 12345