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  • xeniaforever

    As senior editor here at reefs, I get to work with scientists from all over the world, and have made some wonderful friends in the industry! I also write for the site, and am the office manager at FRESH New London and the mother of two brilliant, talented young women.

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Call for Submissions: Neptune Systems MAHY

Call for Submissions: Neptune Systems MAHY

Neptune Systems is looking for its 2nd annual Marine Aquarium Hobbyist of the Year (MAHY), an award that recognizes a saltwater aquarium enthusiast that exemplifies: love of the hobby, dedication, persistence, patience, helpfulness, humility, and incredible respect...

Corals of the World – Now Online

Corals of the World – Now Online

I'm pleased to announce that scientists from Ocean Ark Alliance, The Henry Foundation, and Gaia Resources, have just launched their new website, Corals of the World. This is the online version of J.E.N. Veron's famous book of the same name.  The 3 book series has been...

Thank You, Saltwater Aquarium Blog!

Thank You, Saltwater Aquarium Blog!

When you love what you do, it shows!  Thank you so much to Saltwater Aquarium Blog for naming reefs.com #2 in its recent ranking of the 9 Best Saltwater Aquarium Blogs.  They write, "in addition to re-publishing content from other sites, they also produce their own...

Last Chance to Apply for MASNA’s Student Scholarship

Last Chance to Apply for MASNA’s Student Scholarship

Attention college students! Applications for MASNA's 2016-2017 Student Scholarship close at midnight tomorrow. This year there are two scholarships available; one $4,000 scholarship for a college undergraduate student and one $4,000 scholarship for a college graduate...

Treasures from the Twilight Zone

Treasures from the Twilight Zone

http://dp8hsntg6do36.cloudfront.net/575761c3ba4aa1712400002b/c644a60b-9146-4e4b-8705-f4566568d0f1high.webm Researchers from the California Academy of Sciences have some very exciting news: they have just unveiled the first "twilight zone" exhibit at the Academy's...

Next Generation Apex

Next Generation Apex

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYIYYrpC4z0 Neptune Systems has just launched the 2nd edition of its famous Apex aquarium monitoring and control system. In a press release this week, the company outlined the new version's advancements, which build on the "success of...

Reef Kids: Shark Hat

Reef Kids: Shark Hat

Sharks are such interesting creatures. While they seem to be related to whales and dolphins, they are actually fish, and are most closely related to rays. Their skeleton is made of cartilage instead of bone, and their skin is covered in dermal denticles instead of...

Reef Kids: Goldfish Anatomy

Reef Kids: Goldfish Anatomy

An anatomy and a baking lesson for your young (or young-at-heart) cracker-loving scientist. Artist Jason Freeny, known for his scientifically accurate prints and models of popular snacks and toys, has just unveiled his latest creation: "Goldfish Dissected Print". The...

Dr. Mac’s Super Spring Live Sale!

Dr. Mac’s Super Spring Live Sale!

Join us this Saturday, April 9,  from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am for an opportunity to buy some of Dr. Mac's most sought-after corals at incredible prices! Check in hourly for specials. The sale will be held at reefs.com/live - you don't want to miss it!

Call for Submissions: MASNA Scientific Poster Session

Call for Submissions: MASNA Scientific Poster Session

From now until June 24, MASNA will be accepting submissions for the inaugural MASNA Scientific Poster Session, held at the Marine Aquarium Conference of North America (MACNA) 2016 in San Diego, California, September 9 – 11, 2016. The MASNA Scientific Poster Session...