OATA is the voice of the ornamental aquatic industry in the UK and we work to promote and protect the trade. Our aim is to enhance the reputation of the industry by promoting the benefits derived from it, setting high standards, providing good education and training, and encouraging responsible ownership and enjoyment among fish keepers.
Latest News
Heathrow delay fee increase
by Pauline Davey | Mar 31, 2026 | Latest News
We are very pleased to say that the Heathrow Animal Reception Centre (HARC) has agreed to put an element of its fee increase – planned to come into effect on 1st April – on hold until the end of April. This is very welcome news...
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First Member Webinar launches new sustainable sourcing tool
by Pauline Davey | Mar 26, 2026 | Latest News
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OATA adds its support to Hawaii marine fish industry
by Pauline Davey | Mar 26, 2026 | Latest News
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What’s in a name? New fishes report finds 309 new ones
by Pauline Davey | Mar 10, 2026 | Latest News
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Indonesian coral import change
by Pauline Davey | Mar 5, 2026 | Latest News
Hot Topics
Latest anti-pet-keeping report ‘misleading’, says OATA boss
by Pauline Davey | Jun 11, 2025 | banner, Hot Topics
OATA has written to a number of MSPs to question their support for an anti-pet-keeping report...
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Moss ball alert
by Pauline Davey | Dec 11, 2024 | Hot Topics
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Research shows Gunnera species likely to be a hybrid
by Pauline Davey | Jan 9, 2024 | Hot Topics, Latest News
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Check your crayfish!
by Pauline Davey | Apr 3, 2023 | Hot Topics, Latest News
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Updated planting advice for Houttuynia cordata
by Pauline Davey | Aug 16, 2022 | Hot Topics, Latest News
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If you would like to get in touch our office hours are Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Tel:: 07946 167121
Email: info@ornamentalfish.org









