Can Fish See In Thedark

All fish have some level of night vision, although some species like walleyes are much better than others at seeing in the dark. That means they do not have “binocular vision” as we do. Biologists believe that their depth perception is poor and most fish have a semi-blind spot straight ahead of them. Is it…

Why Fish Are Used In Research

Fishes are worthy of experimental and observational research: they are useful indicators of environmental quality and ecological integrity, and their individual adaptations and physiological specializations make them suitable for use as physiological and biomedical models. Why are fish used in animal research? The Japanese medaka is one of the most commonly used fish models for…

How Much Fish Oil To Lower Triglycerides in the USA

Prescription-strength omega-3 fatty acids, available at the US Food and Drug Administration-approved dose of 4 g/day, are a safe and effective treatment for reducing triglycerides among individuals with hypertriglyceridemia, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA). How long does it take fish oil to lower triglycerides? Omega-3 fats have a…