Here are some cool facts on some of favorite marine species:

These are all fish that I have seen while snorkeling in their natural habitats.

Name of Fish Description Location Seen Comments Picture Links
Blue Tang Small, round fish with coloring of varying shades of blue Bermuda and Venezuela Although adults are blue, young are usually a very striking yellow View Picture (page 2)
Queen Angelfish Large, unusual shape, multicolored with shades of blue and yellow Bermuda, Tobago, and Venezuela Somewhat of a shy fish, but well worth any wait View Picture (page 1)
Smooth Trunkfish Boxy shape, white and black geometric designs, some yellow Bermuda and Venezuela My favorite fish, young are size of a pea View Picture
Trumpetfish Long and thin, usually solid colors, with most common color being yellow Venezuela This fish was our group "mascot" when we went to Venezuela View Picture
Yellowtail Damselfish Small, narrow fish with coloring of Varying shades of blue, yellow, and gray and a distinctive yellow tail Venezuela Very territorial, will try to bite hands View Picture (page 4)

Follow these links to get more information on Marine Life:

  • Reef Environmental Education Foundation
  • The Coral Reef Alliance
  • Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
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