by Todd Gardner | Jul 1, 2015 | Eye Candy, Fish, MACNA, Science, Sustainability
For me, one of the most interesting things about the appearance of the tropical strays on Long Island, is the sheer abundance of some of the species. The spotfin butterflyfish, Chaetodon ocellatus is a great... by Justin Credabel | Jul 1, 2015 | Corals, Eye Candy, Science
It’s easy to get lost for hours just staring into Joe Yaiullo’s massive aquarium. One new addition to the tank is a very large Purple Milka Stylophora Colony. It would be easy to think that the green and purple colonies have been growing there for the same... by Justin Credabel | Jun 23, 2015 | Eye Candy, Reefs in Art, Science
For Today’s Tattoo Tuesday we feature Maddie Butterfield’s start on her aquarium-themed sleeve. It is inspired by her favorite tank, and the love she has for it clearly shows!  The tattoo was done by artist Nathan Evans.… by Justin Credabel | Jun 19, 2015 | Eye Candy, Science, Technology
Four years ago, I sang about tropical coral in one of the worlds driest climates. Somewhere near the Mexican border, a gang of us Southern California rabble rousers gathered to make music and have fun; it is one of my favorite memories from my time spent living on the... by Justin Credabel | Jun 12, 2015 | Corals, Eye Candy, ReefGen, Science
Joe Yaiullo’s 20,000 gallon dream aquarium can teach us a lot about aquascaping in our own home aquariums. This quartet of coral has worked out a delicate balance, and each is able to hold its own against its neighbors.… by Kenneth Wingerter | Jun 11, 2015 | Eye Candy, Fish, Industry
Basslet enthusiasts and temperate marine aquarists everywhere may rejoice: This week a small handful of healthy, vibrant specimens of the splendid (or swallowtail) seaperch Anthias anthias arrived in Oregon and is being carefully conditioned by specialty retailers...
