by Advanced Aquarist | Jul 7, 2014 | Advanced Aquarist, Corals, Invertebrates
A new study by biologists at San Diego State University and Scripps Institution of Oceanography shows that inhabited coral islands that engage in commercial fishing dramatically alter their nearby reef ecosystems, disturbing the microbes, corals, algae and fish that call the reef home. by Leonard Ho | Jul 4, 2014 | Advanced Aquarist
It's Independence Day here in the USA, so we're taking the day off, enjoying time with friends and family, and doing our best to stay cool. Now who wants one of Matt Wandell's super Snow Cones? They're packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids. by Advanced Aquarist | Jul 3, 2014 | Advanced Aquarist, Corals, Invertebrates
Like humans, fish prefer to group with individuals with whom they are familiar, rather than strangers. This gives numerous benefits including higher growth and survival rates, greater defence against predators and faster social learning. However, high carbon dioxide levels, such as those anticipated by climate change models, may hinder the ability of fish to recognise one another and form groups with familiar individuals. by Leonard Ho | Jul 2, 2014 | Advanced Aquarist
Seahorses are some of the neatest animals on earth, but their husbandry requires special attention that discourages most aquarists. Reef Eden's new SYNGNA AIOs aims to create healthier, streamlined, integrated systems for the care of seahorses. by Leonard Ho | Jul 1, 2014 | Advanced Aquarist
Last July, CAD Lights introduced their pipeless nano protein skimmer, the PLS-50. The patented pipeless effluent design allowed their skimmer to have a tiny 3.5x3.25" footprint. A year later, CAD Lights has refined their PLS-50 with greater ease of use and improved performance. by Leonard Ho | Jun 30, 2014 | Advanced Aquarist
Ecotech Marine is introducing what is essentially a half-sized version of their flagship XR30wPRO. The $449, 85 watt XR15wPRO will consist of a single cluster array using the same LEDs as its bigger brother and shares all the same control features. We provide not one but two press releases about the XR15w.
