Picasso Triggerfish Care Guide: The Bold Beauty of the Reef Would you agree with me that the Picasso triggerfish, or Humu Humu, is truly a work of art? The fish has markings that resemble an abstract painting. As an easy-to-care-for triggerfish, the Picasso is a very popular saltwater fish species. Want to know how to … Read more
Boasting some of the most radiant color palettes found anywhere in the marine world, the Lyretail Anthias (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) is a crown jewel for intermediate to advanced reef keepers. Also widely known as the Scalefin Anthias or Sea Goldie, these dynamic, fast-moving fish belong to the family Serranidae, making them—believe it or not—diminutive, colorful relatives … Read more
In the vast world of marine aquarium keeping, few fish command as much adoration, collector obsession, and pure visual awe as the Fairy Wrasses belonging to the genus Cirrhilabrus. Sporting an almost psychedelic array of metallic neon color patterns, intricate lines, and structural fin extensions, these dynamic, open-water cruisers showcase personalities that far outshine their … Read more
The yellowhead jawfish (Opistognathus aurifrons) is one of the most personable of the jawfish group. Hobbyists get the best of both worlds: a burrowing species that happens to enjoy people-watching. And if you provide the best conditions for your little excavator, you can expect it to “spy hop” throughout the day. All it takes is … Read more
The red coris wrasse (Coris gaimard) looks stunning – something you could probably guess with additional common names of rainbow wrasse and clown wrasse. But this popular saltwater species also provides a beneficial service of rooting out unwanted bristle worms. (Who doesn’t love form and function fish?) There are one or two little quirks to … Read more