by Admin | Nov 11, 2024 | Advanced Aquarist
For the first time, scientists have sequenced the DNA of coral with its associated zooxanthellae. By understanding the genetics of Porites australiensis and its symbiotic partner, researchers will be better able to understand coral including the important biosynthetic pathways of amino acids between coral and algae symbionts. by Advanced Aquarist | Feb 19, 2024 | Advanced Aquarist, Fish
Being a great dad can mean starving to protect the kids, putting up with a jealous spouse – and often, dying young. At least, if you’re a cardinalfish. by Leonard Ho | Jan 29, 2024 | Advanced Aquarist
Photographer Solvin Zanki captures some of the most amazing photos of plankton we've ever seen. We share some of his amazing work. If these photos do not instill a sense of awe and wonder for the diversity of life in our oceans, we give up. by Advanced Aquarist | Mar 20, 2023 | Advanced Aquarist, Corals, Invertebrates
Sedimentation is a constant problem for certain corals depending on their location on the reef. If there is too much sediment buildup within a coral, it can get buried and die. However, if it hosts enough symbionts, they can help remove a significant amount of sediment in their nightly activities. by Advanced Aquarist | Mar 13, 2023 | Advanced Aquarist, Corals, Invertebrates
Have you ever wondered how far a particular reef fish might travel? Does it have a range or does it swim where ever it wants on the reef? A paper published this week in Coral Reefs examines those questions and more. by Advanced Aquarist | May 16, 2022 | Advanced Aquarist, Corals, Invertebrates
Tiny sea creatures no bigger than a thumbtack are being credited for playing a key role in helping provide healthy habitats for many kinds of seafood, according to a new study by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and U.S. Geological Survey.