by Heidi dM | Jun 27, 2022 | Advanced Aquarist - No Images, Aquaculture, Breeding, Conservation, Corals, Reef, Science, Sustainability
Did you know that there is a world-class genomic library and frozen repository (in other words, a coral sperm bank!) that contains more than 48 coral species from around the world? (Check out the different species at:... by Robert Loren | May 2, 2022 | Invertebrates, Science
Most of us are familiar with the Portuguese Man o’ War – a plastic bag-looking animal that can deliver a nasty sting. Although Portuguese Man o’ Wars somewhat resemble “true jellyfish”, they are not; they belong to a class within Cnidaria known as... by Heidi dM | Apr 4, 2022 | Science
All animals have some form of warning system that helps them regulate their speed and judge their distance from objects. This prevents collisions. Flying and swimming creatures have an extra challenge though; they have to deal with winds and currents that affect... by Jeremy Gosnell | Mar 14, 2022 | Science
There are a variety of parasites that effect marine fish, but often aquarists are stricken with one of the two most common. Cryptocaryon irritans (marine ich) and Amyloodinium ocellatum (marine velvet) are both parasites that uncommonly kill wild marine fish, but can... by Heidi dM | Feb 25, 2022 | Corals, Reef, Science
In the past 30 years, marine heatwaves are estimated to have increased by more than 50%. Ocean temperatures are predicted to increase by 1 – 4° C by 2100. These changes cause the loss of marine habitats and species and change the structure of... by Caitlin Nichole | Feb 14, 2022 | Cephalopods, Fish, Science
Being that it’s the eve of the oh-so-wonderful holiday filled with gushy romance and flowers and chocolate that is Valentine’s Day, and this eve is falling on the most unluckiest of days (according to western superstition) that is Friday the 13th, why not...
