Batfish given to aquarium

AN odd-looking batfish and a shoal of robin fish have been given new homes at the Bristol Aquarium.

The batfish, which is a third-of-a-metre tall, was handed over after growing too big for its tank.

The batfish was donated to the Bristol Aquarium by a man in South Wales after he realised he was no longer able to look after it.

After spending time in quarantine, the batfish will go into the aquarium’s giant 250,000 litre coral reef display — close to 1,000 times the size of its previous home.

The aquarium’s curator, Dan de Castro, said: “The man has had the fish for 18 months and it has now outgrown his tank.

“He has taken very good care of it and the fish appears to be in excellent health, however it has simply grown too big for its home.

“Fortunately, on this occasion, we have been able to help but we’re urging people to do their research before deciding to keep fish at home and ensure they are able to look after them responsibly.”