News tagged with aquarium fish

Aquarium fishes are more aggressive in reduced environments, a new study finds

An angry glare from the family goldfish might not be the result of a missed meal, but a too-humble abode. Fish in a cramped, barren space turn mean, a study from Case Western Reserve University has found. Ornamental fishes ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Sep 22, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study reveals sex life of deep-sea squid

The sex life of Octopoteuthis deletron -- O. deletron, if you prefer -- is a cruelly hit-or-miss affair, according to candid footage of the deep-sea squid in its element, unveiled Wednesday.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Sep 21, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Student unlocks secrets of mercury

More than one billion people around the world depend upon fish for protein in their diet. But the threat of mercury poisoning, especially in children, has raised concerns about the safety of eating fish.

Space & Earth / Environment

created Oct 13, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 1

Sexual harassment from males prevents female bonding, says study

(PhysOrg.com) -- The extent to which sexual harassment from males can damage relationships between females is revealed in a new study. Led by the Centre for Research in Animal Behaviour at the University of ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Apr 22, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0