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Fins: The Fish Information Service

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A good source of information on aquariums, aquarium upkeep, and aquarium fish. Includes an index of freshwater and marine fish and invertebrates listed by type, Latin name, and common name. Index includes photos. Links to aquarium sites, sources, movies, and other information. Glossary of terms for aquarium beginners.

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fish

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aquarium, aquarium fish, freshwater fish, marine fish

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
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