by Afishionado | Mar 9, 2018 | Science, Supplements, Video
There is so much misinformation out there on disease and parasite control in our hobby. I decided to meet up with veterinarian Dr. Charlie Gregory of Healthy Aquatics Marine Institute, who specifically deals with fish and corals, to set the record straight and to... by Joe Rowlett | Mar 9, 2018 | Fish, Science
Caribbean coral reefs are getting a little too diverse. by Afishionado | Mar 7, 2018 | Equipment, Science
With minimalist aquascaping being the “in” thing, a lot of companies have been coming out with products to accommodate bacterial denitrification of aquariums that have fewer rocks and heavy nutrients.… by Admin | Mar 7, 2018 | Science, Video
We are psyched to share Coral Morphologic is a contributor of coral & marine life footage to the Darren Aronofsky-produced, Will Smith-hosted National Geographic television series One Strange Rock. Filmed in space & locations across 45 countries, the series explores the fragility & wonder of planet Earth from the perspective of eight astronauts who spent time onboard the International Space Station. The 10-episode series debuts March 26, 2018; watch the trailer above. by Admin | Mar 6, 2018 | Invertebrates, Science
The presence of sea urchins in perfectly-sized holes on rocky reefs has led many marine biologists to conclude that urchins excavate the holes themselves, but until now, there has been no actual proof that the urchins ‘drill’ the holes.… by AquaNerd | Mar 6, 2018 | Feeding, Science
Soft Protein Super Food from Fauna Marin is a new Soft Shrimp based “Super Food” for your fish. Soft Protein Super Food is the first granulated food to include proteolytic properties*. Rich in protein and proteolytic enzymes, it provides your fish with key nutrition for healthy growth and a strengthened immune system. According to Fauna Marin your aquarium will also be supplied with various organic nitrogen compounds through the digestive process of your fish, which will in turn promote coral growth. What are Proteolytic Properties? *Proteolysis is the breakdown of proteins into smaller polypeptides or amino acids. Proteolysis is typically catalyzed (sped up) by cellular enzymes called proteases, but may also occur by intra-molecular digestion. Low pH or high temperatures can also cause non-enzymatic proteolysis
