Innovative Marine upsizes their MiniMax reactors for the rest of us

IM's MiniMax media reactors get the big boy treatment. The MiniMax product line will soon come to market in a much larger version, appropriately named the MiniMax FullSize. We love the MiniMax design, and we love that IM has upsized these media reactors for broader aquarist appeal. Advanced Aquarist shares the first detailed information and accompanying video.

DC’s National Aquarium set to close 

All good things must come to an end. The United States' oldest continuously operated public aquarium is set to close its doors on September 30, 2013. Washington DC's National Aquarium is located in the US Commerce Department building, which is undergoing major renovation that will force the aquarium out of its premises ... and out of business (for now).

More Red Sea Coral Reef Awesomeness

The Red Sea is, simply put, awesome. We can't get enough of this place. Since the Red Sea is an enclosed inlet, its waters are unusually serene compared to the open waters of the Indo-Pacific; The surreal calmness creates a magical "suspended in time and space" aquascape brimming with color. Watch this wonderful 10 minute video to see what we mean.

Great White Shark Rider

Kimi Werner has found perfect harmony with the sea — so much so that she's comfortable free diving with Great White Sharks! This is a beautiful video with some of the craziest footage we've seen. If you're going to watch one online clip this week, watch this one. Trust us.