Scientists from Tel Aviv University and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, along with a colleague from California Institute of Technology, have accidentally discovered a glass that could change glass forever. They found that mixing a specific peptide with water creates…
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Using the Ocean Biome to Fight Cancer
It’s a fundamental fact that explosions are cool and cancer is not. We all know or have known someone that’s suffered from this horrible disease. It takes the lives of millions each year and a cure has evaded us thus…
Field Guide to Sydney Harbour Fishes Recently Published
The latest addition to our library is this well crafted field guide containing over 700 images of fishes found in Sydney Harbor and the coastline of New South Wales. A joint effort of the folks at iNaturalist and the Australian…
To Ozone or Not to Ozone (Part II)
So I left you hanging in Part I, but promised to get into the health risks and how to choose an ozone generator. So let’s dive into that a bit. Ozone has a crisp and almost sweet smell. It’s hard…
Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) Opposes Proposed Arizona Pet Fish Restrictions.
Press release from the Pet Advocacy Network (PAN), which submitted testimony opposing proposed changes to the Arizona Administrative Code (§ R12-4-406) that would prohibit popular species of pet fish from being owned in the state. PAN argues that the ban is not based science. Alexandria,…
Unveiling a One-of-a-Kind Marvel: Vibrant Coral and Fish Discovers a Hybrid, Potentially Xanthic Arothron Puffer
In the dynamic world of marine aquaria, where every new discovery sparks excitement, some finds stand head and shoulders above the rest. While visiting the Philippines, Vibrant Coral and Fish, a leading local importer and wholesaler for marine aquarium stores,…
To Ozone or Not to Ozone
I deal with all manners of aquarium filtration equipment at my side gig at MRC. Over the years, there have been many introductions to the market that I’ve disliked and refused to implement. But there’s one, that I actually like,…
The Final Boss of Float Valves
You know when you’re a fish nerd when you get excited about a float valve. Look, I’ve flooded my house enough times to know that absolutely ANYTHING that’ll help prevent that from happening again, I’m all ears. So when I…
LED Lighting Tests: Phillips CoralCare Gen2 & GHL LX7506 IL Coral Pop
This article continues with the LED tests, and presents data on light intensity and spread, along with the spectral distribution of light for some new and latest generation European LED fixtures. Table 1 presents a list of the LED lighting…
Rock Flower Anemone Guide
Hey Reef Builders, let’s talk about Rock Flower Anemones! Rock Flower Anemones, or RFAs as they are commonly referred to, are one of the most popular Anemones in our hobby. Their beautiful, various coloration and patterns make for an amazing…