On Drakes Beach in California, thousands of "penis fish" have washed ashore. Urechis caupo is a species of marine spoonworm that spends the most of its life burrowed in the soft silt of the sea bed. It is better recognized by its more phallic name for rather obvious reasons. These worms, sometimes known as the "fat innkeeper worm" (because scientists keep dragging them … [Read more...] about People Loved It When Thousands Of “Penis Fish” Washed Up On A Californian Beach
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The Most Expensive Pet Fish Available Is Worth $300,000
There are not many of these fish left in the swamp. There are plenty opulent delights available for $300,000. A rare exotic fish called the Asian arowana, on the other hand, is a pricey treat that may surprise some people. This prestige symbol may price up to $300,000 - however some young can fetch as little as $300, and rare white albinos can fetch as much as … [Read more...] about The Most Expensive Pet Fish Available Is Worth $300,000
Bumblebees Had a “Great Day” When a Californian Court Rules That They are Fish
A Californian court has determined that bees are fish, which has been termed as a "wonderful day" for the state's bees. As the judges of California's Third District Court of Appeal acknowledged in their opinion, bees are not fish scientifically. A Bee Movie/Finding Nemo crossover is unlikely to happen anytime soon. However, the court ruled that bumble bees are invertebrates … [Read more...] about Bumblebees Had a “Great Day” When a Californian Court Rules That They are Fish
Glowing Fish That Were Genetically Modified Have Escaped Into Brazilian Wild Creeks
People who were concerned that transgenic living forms might escape containment and prove the end of nature may feel vindicated by the finding of glow-in-the-dark fish in Brazilian wild waterways. However, zebrafish genetically modified for luminescence appear to be less harmful than many other invasive species, and may perhaps be no worse than normal zebrafish. Even the … [Read more...] about Glowing Fish That Were Genetically Modified Have Escaped Into Brazilian Wild Creeks
A Woman Adopts a Half-Dead Fish and Completely Transforms Him
He nearly died at the pet store — but he's so handsome now! Few things are as wonderful as a good before-and-after adoption tale. And, as this tiny fish's miraculous turnaround demonstrates, dogs and cats aren't the only creatures that may benefit from a little affection. Astilaroth, a Reddit member, discovered the nearly-dead betta fish in a pet store, lying listless at … [Read more...] about A Woman Adopts a Half-Dead Fish and Completely Transforms Him