Seahorses (Hippocampus spp.) are fascinating marine creatures known for their upright posture, prehensile tails, and unique reproduction, where males carry and give birth to young. Their ability to camouflage, delicate swimming, and intricate courtship rituals make them a favorite among marine enthusiasts.

Despite their appeal, seahorses face threats from habitat loss, overfishing, and the aquarium trade. Understanding their biology, habitat, and care is crucial for those interested in keeping them in captivity.

This guide explores seahorse classification, behavior, and proper aquarium setup, offering essential insights for responsible ownership. Whether you’re curious about their diet, reproduction, or considering seahorses for your saltwater tank, this article provides the knowledge needed to appreciate and care for them.

Periclimenes yucatanicus, commonly known as the Spotted shrimp, is one of the fascinating species of marine invertebrates that inhabit the waters of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico in the Western Atlantic. This small crustacean, measuring only about 3 cm in length, belongs to the select group of reef shrimps known for their role as cleaners of fishes that inhabit coral reefs. Cleaner shrimps, along with certain…

Feeding aquarium fish often involves using artificial feeds made from marine ingredients like fishmeal and fish oil. These ingredients are very nutritious for most saltwater fish. However, they are expensive and becoming scarcer worldwide. As a result, fish foods often include cheaper and more easily available ingredients from land, such as soy flour, lentils, and vegetable oils. But these ingredients are not a natural food source…