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Marine aquarium fish trade study reveals fewer fish, more species imported than previously estimated

As the popularity of marine aquariums rises, so does the demand for wildlife inhabiting them. Most aquarium fish are harvested from their natural habitats -- primarily coral reefs -- and imported into the United States by the millions annually.

Study Compares Mercury Levels In Wild vs. Captive Dolphins

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University and the National Aquarium have completed a study, funded by the National Aquarium and by the Center for Contaminant Transport Fate and Remediation at The Johns Hopkins University, which compared the mercury levels of captive dolphins and wild dolphins. Captive dolphins are fed a diet of small fish from the North Atlantic, while the wild dolphins eat ...

Small fire reported at Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Officials said a small fire erupted in a fish tank under renovation at the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium Thursday night. Firefighters said they were called to the zoo just after 9 p.m. Channel 11's news exchange partners at TribLIVE reported that the tank was empty at the time. The zoo is open Friday, but the PPG aquarium will be closed while crews clean the facility and remove the tank.

Dr. Karen Becker: 10 Reasons Fish Make Good Pets

Fish make truly wonderful pets for people who don't have the time or physical space to devote to a higher-maintenance companion animal.

Green Blog: Counting Nemo: A Deep Look at the Aquarium Trade

Researchers find a startling error rate in statistics on imports of fish for saltwater aquariums. Yet reliable data is needed as coastal managers seek to reduce risks from the introduction of diseases and invasive species.