Fish Biology
true or false: Fish are cold blooded or warm blooded
Cold blooded
this orange and white tropical saltwater known for its symbiotic relationship with sea anemones also stars in Disney's "Finding Nemo" is most commonly known as
Clownfish
most common aquarium fish
Goldfish
name of the second largest phylum which includes snails, slugs, mussels, and octopuses.
Mollusk
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Submerine
these organs absorb oxygen from the water and release carbon dioxide helping the fish breath underwater
Gills
this distinctly patterned mammal recognizable by its black and white markings are the largest member of the dolphin family
orca, killer whale
named for its barbels resembling whiskers, this typically bottom dwelling fish is typically fried and is a southern classic
Catfish
Mollusks are soft-bodied animals that usually have an internal or external
Shells
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Aquaculture
This organ help fish rise or sink without having to swim up or dawn
Swimbladder
A shark has an infinite amount of these during its lifetime
Teeth
this vibrantly colored elegant freshwater fish known for its aggressive demeanor is a popular pet and often housed in home aquariums
Betta Fish, Fighting fish
The shell of a mollusk is made-up mostly of
Calcium Carbonate
This Recreational fishing practice involves anglers catching a fish then releasing it into the water alive allowing the fish to return to the population and perhaps be caught again
catch and relase
fish eggs are called
Roe, Caviar
This commonly eaten fish begins its life with eyes on both sides of its head and ends with eyes only on one side
Flounder
most expensive aquarium fish
Asian Arowana
Squid, octopus, or cuttlefish are all types of
Cephalopods
This backwards pointing part of a hook prevents the hook from easily being removed. It should be bent down when fishing recreationally to reduce injury to the released fish
Barb
the study of fish is called
Ichthyology
this a fish invasive to the Atlantic known for its brown or maroon and white stripes with sharp fanlike mane dorsal spines that are capable of delivering a painful venom into its victims and have no natural predators.
Lionfish
true or false, fish are older than dinosaurs
True- four-legged fish coelacanth
Skin cells that creatures like octopuses, squid and cuttlefish use to change color or texture are called
Chromatophores or Iridophores
this type of map shows the depth of the ocean floor around the world
Bathymetric Map