Many aquarists are misled into thinking that exotic and interesting creatures are to be found only in far-off tropical places, but this is not true. Wherever you live, you need only to look at the nearest shoreline or ocean to find animals of unimaginable variety and interest. One great advantage to keeping animals native to where you live is that you can collect them yourself, and can provide a natural environment for them. In this chapter are a variety of animals rarely sold in pet stores that can supply endless hours of fascination.