Coral Fusion Redux
A dozen years ago, I wrote about my first successful full soft tissue fusion in two strains of Acanthastrea echinata. Since that time many more have taken up the... Read more.
Peroxide Powered Octobot
This cute little robot grabbed my attention immediately. First off, it’s a robot. Second, it’s in the shape of an octopus. And third, the movement in... Read more.
Grand Case Bay
Upon arrival in St Martin 10 years ago, I dove into the water and stayed there for five hours. It was the first time that I had ever seen coral in the wild; I... Read more.
Marinelife of St. Martin
Today was our “Coral Avengers” team’s first full day in Grand Case; joining me on this trip are my colleagues from Fishlife Aquariums and GE research scientist... Read more.
Justin Credabel’s ChalicePower and NutriGorg
Tomorrow, Saturday March 4, will be a big day for yours truly. I will be speaking at the Frag Farmers Market at E.O. Smith High School, as well displaying a large... Read more.
Reflection on an Old Combo
There are some long-term coral partnerships that unfailingly work out time and again, while other coral closely placed together don’t get along at all. Finding... Read more.
New Coral Varieties from Asexual Reproduction
This is an exciting hobby and profession to be a part of. The smartest people I know are continually surprised and dumbfounded by the new discoveries that are constantly... Read more.
Clownfish Breeding at the SCCC Marine Lab
I can’t seem to keep my hands dry. When I’m not at ReefGen(or playing music), I moonlight at the Suffolk County Community College Marine Lab, run by... Read more.
In Praise of Pipe Organ
When I was new to the reef hobby, I encountered a vendor with morals. I was fascinated with Pipe Organ coral (Tubipora musica) and wanted to purchase one. I was... Read more.
My Kingdom for a Pair of Boots!
“My Kingdom for a Pair of Boots!” The refrain is the same from people throughout the aquatics industry; our saltwater work environment is hell on footwear.... Read more.