Category: Ancient fish

1. Introduction 【Child】Professor, have you ever heard of a creature that is a mix of a dragon and mermaid? I’m curious about Protopterus amphibius! 【Professor】Ah, yes, my imaginative friend! The Protopterus amphibius, also known as the African lungfish, does have an otherworldly appearance. In this conversation, we’ll explore their characteristics, habitat, husbandry requirements, behavior, breeding,…

【Child】: Professor, I’ve heard of the legendary golden fish from “The Tale of the Fisherman and the Fish”. But did you know there’s a mysterious, jet-black fish lurking in the depths of the aquarium world that seems like the complete opposite of the golden fish? 【Professor】: Ah, you must be referring to the Black Arowana!…

1. Introduction 【Child】Professor, I recently heard about this fascinating fish called the Black Ghost. It seems so mysterious and intriguing, like a phantom from one of Edgar Allan Poe’s poems. Can you tell me more about it? 【Professor】Ah, my brilliant little friend! I can see why you would compare it to one of Poe’s apparitions.…

1. Introduction 【Child】: When I heard about the Arapaima, I thought of Gulliver’s travels to Lilliput, where the creatures grow enormous compared to the tiny inhabitants there. What kind of wondrous creature is an Arapaima? 【Professor】: Ha-ha, your comparison to Gulliver’s travels is quite intriguing! The Arapaima is a fascinating and unique fish that is…

1. Introduction 【Child】: Professor, yesterday I visited an aquarium and saw a fish that reminded me of a Monet painting: a magnificent blend of colors and patterns. I later found out it was called a Flower Tiger Stingray. Can you satisfy my curiosity and tell me more about this intriguing creature? 【Professor】: Well, my inquisitive…

Child: Oh, Professor! Did you know that butterflyfish remind me of the graceful butterflies that flit among the flowers in poems of yore? Could you tell me more about these aquatic creatures? 　 Professor: Ah, my young friend, you are quite the poet! I’d be delighted to impart my knowledge on the captivating butterflyfish. Let…

1. Introduction 【Child】: Professor, have you heard of the story of the ancient fish that has survived since the age of the dinosaurs? It’s called Neoceratodus, and it’s as magical as the phoenix rising from its ashes! 【Professor】: Well, I can see your excitement! Neoceratodus, also known as the Australian lungfish, is indeed an ancient…

【Child】Oh wise Professor, have you ever heard of a creature so wondrous, it has been called the “dragon of the waters”? I am referring to the Northern Barramundi, a fish as fascinating as the tales of ancient water dragons. 【Professor】Ah, my curious, literary friend, though not quite a dragon, the Northern Barramundi is indeed an…

1. Introduction 【Child】 You know, Professor, I was just reading the fantastical story of Ganesha, the Hindu god with an elephant head. It made me wonder if there is any real-life double trunk elephant-like creature that lives underwater, and if we could observe such a wonder in an aquarium! 【Professor】 You have quite a vivid…

1. Introduction 【Child】: Professor, do you remember the giant fish that swallowed Jonah in the Bible? I heard there’s a fish called the Tropical Giant Gar that seems similarly grand in size. Can you enlighten me about this creature? 【Professor】: Ah, yes! The Tropical Giant Gar, or Atractosteus tropicus, is indeed an impressive fish, just…