Actually, I think they're in the same family as scorpionfish, sculpin, etc. Their pectoral fins (I think it's the pectorals) are modified suction cups that they use to cling to rocks or seagrass blades. I guess they can be found in some pretty fast moving water. Their similarity to clingfish is coincidental, though, as those guys are (again, I think) actually related to gobies.
YOU HAVE GOT TO SEE THIS
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OK, earlier I posted into the photo's section here about a site I found researching sponges. You really want to see this if you like coldwater
http://www.aquariacentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133599 or direct to his site
http://www.coldwaterimages.com/favorite_fifteen.html
http://www.aquariacentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=133599 or direct to his site
http://www.coldwaterimages.com/favorite_fifteen.html
yeah I want a seal too, but now I want to make a cold water tank. I live near cold water, I can do it.maybe
thanks
Thank you, snailrider for the pics, those were really good shots. If any of you haven't seen them yet... And, bethkira2000, collecting in your area (Maine, right?) might be fun, because there is some seriously cool stuff there, in the gulf especially-- check with your state DFW to be sure you wouldn't need a fistful of cash for a fistful of licenses/permits (as in the West Coast). I sent a reply to one of your posts in the General Coldwater forum a little while back, its still on the first page; it has a link to a collector in your area who could supply for you cheaply (no permits, maybe not even shipping!) and could get some of the good stuff that can only be reached by divers. (And their website has pics!) Anyway, again everyone, if you find any North American collectors or importers who deal in temperate marine livestock, let me know! Cheers...
Your welcome, this has me longing for a dive at Catalina Island. I might get a chance to go in January. The salt tank has opened my eyes to what can lay hidden on the ocean floor or cliff.
I am soo much more tuned in now, and have a long way to go. At least I can identify more critters
I am soo much more tuned in now, and have a long way to go. At least I can identify more critters
Here's a good thread to follow, if anyone is still interested in the subject. By the way, lumpsuckers are apparently available at www.gulfofme.com! Cheers...
http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=121622
http://www.nano-reef.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=121622
