While it’s possible to keep a caught fish as a pet, there are a couple of things to keep in mind, primarily whether it’s legal and whether it can survive in captivity. 


Can You Keep a Caught Fish as a Pet? 

Learn about the vibrant guppy and how you can create the best environment for them.


Care Tips for Guppies

Some aquarists purchase betta fish without knowing what they’re getting into. Now, one can learn about the misconceptions surrounding these frilly friends, including whether they can reside with other fish.

5 Misconceptions About Betta Fish 

Killer whales are intelligent, devoted, and loving creatures. They are also deadly hunters.


10 Incredible Facts About Killer Whales

It’s a bird; it’s a plane; it’s a – fish? Some of the earth’s marine life don’t just swim quickly: they can also take to the air for brief moments!


Top 6 Fastest Marine Animals

You might know that whales are some of the largest mammals on earth, but do you know how big they can get? Let's look at the five biggest whales in the world. 


The World's Five Biggest Whales

Learn new and remarkable facts about this beloved emblem of the Antarctic.


9 Fun Facts About Penguins

Discover a selection of ideal tank mates to add to your guppy aquarium to create a vibrant and friendly environment.


7 Best Tank Mates for Guppies

Among the most iconic fishes known to man, the electric eel is a stunning creature like no other.

6 Shocking Facts about the Electric Eel

Did you know that there are over 30,000 species of fish worldwide? Living in harmony with freshwater fish, whether outdoors or inside your home, helps keep fish thriving.


How to Live in Harmony with Freshwater Fish

Releasing your tank fish to the wild can shock fish, leave them open to diseases and predators, and cause an issue for native wildlife.


Can Tank Fish Survive in a Pond or Stream? 

Plecostomus fish are opportunistic feeders and scavengers. But do they eat other fish?


Do Plecostomus Eat Other Fish?

Have you ever looked into the eyes of a fish and wondered if it could feel any kind of emotion?


Can Fish Form Bonds with Humans?

Learn how dolphins help to support life in the ocean and why their existence is crucial for maintaining balance within their ecosystems


How do Dolphins Help Support Life in the Ocean?

Discover the ecosystems deep below the ocean's surface and some of the most fascinating creatures that live here.

Deep Sea Reefs and What Lies Below the Surface

Learn the essential tips for maintaining a well-balanced environment in your freshwater aquarium


How to Maintain a Well-Balanced Freshwater Aquarium

The beauty and wonder aquariums offer is appreciated worldwide. Here are the top 10 aquariums in the United States.

10 Best Aquariums in the USA

Fish don’t have eyelids, so they can’t close their eyes. Does this mean that they never sleep? 


Do Fish Sleep?

Fish live in the water. Does that mean they never get thirsty? 


Do Fish Get Thirsty?

Discover nine new facts about octopuses that will leave you in awe of these amazing sea creatures.


9 Surprising Facts About Octopuses

Learn about the different types of plankton and why they are as crucial for terrestrial environments as they are for life in our oceans.

What Is Plankton and Why Is It So Important?

Discover five incredible underwater species whose abilities will astonish you.

Creatures of the Deep: 5 Incredible Underwater Species

Not all aquarium pets provide the same entertainment value.  Here are 5 aquatic creatures guaranteed to bring an interesting dynamic to your tank. 

5 Unique Aquatic Creatures for your Aquarium

Who would win a fight between Jaws and Free Willy - the answer may be different from what you expect. 

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