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
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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
World’s Oldest Aquarium Fish May Be Even Older Than We Thought
Methuselah, the Australian Lungfish residing at Steinhart Aquarium in California, has been an iconic figure for her impressive age and delightful personality. Previously estimated to be 84 years old, recent DNA analysis suggests she could be even older, potentially surpassing 100 years of age, with an age range of 83-101 years. Methuselah, a 1.2-meter-long (4 feet) fish … [Read more...] about World’s Oldest Aquarium Fish May Be Even Older Than We Thought