November 2008

Aquarium Fish as Invasive Species

Unfortunately, a number of ornamental fish have become invasive species in various areas of the world. This means that they are living and breeding successfully in areas where their species did not evolve. Species that have become invasive include guppies, gambusia, white cloud mountain minnows, swordtails, walking catfish, goldfish, and oscars. In some cases, invasive [...]

Conservation Initiatives: Project Piaba

 Project Piaba is sited in Barcelos, Brazil. It has multiple aims, the main ones being to learn more about the status of fishes and the ornamental fish trade in the area, prevent overexploitation, preserve fish habitat, and improve the lives of local collectors. The main fish exported from this area is the Cardinal Tetra, which [...]