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Purple X Yellow Tang Hybrid is a Crowning Achievement for Bali Aquarich

We recently paid a long overdue visit to Mr Su who’s Bali Aquarich is a Marine fish Photography heaven. We always get to take pictures of the craziest fish possible whenever we go there, and this time was no exception.…

Steinhart Aquarium the first to successfully breed dwarf cuttlefish

The California Academy of Sciences’ Steinhart Aquarium recently became the first aquarium in the U.S. to successfully breed Sepia bandensis, more commonly known as dwarf cuttlefish. Pioneered by Academy marine biologist and Reef Builders’ own Rich Ross, the breeding program…

Wireless control of VorTech pump will soon be possible for third-party aquarium controllers

Ecotech Marine made a splash today by announcing a development kit for their wireless interface. What this means is that 3rd party companies will be able to create products that interface with the wireless technology that is in select Vortech…

Mantis shrimp eyes: the key to next generation high def devices

The mantis shrimp is definitely one of the most intriguing reef creatures and recent news is showing their sensitive eyes are leading researchers to uncover new ways to revolutionize communications. It seems stomatopods, who haven’t evolved too much in the…

Aquatic Life releases 30″ T5 HO light, video demo of built-in timer set up

For the folks living in the land of 30″ tanks, trying to choose a light fixture can make you feel like being in limbo with manufacturers often choosing to manufacture only 24″ and 36″ light fixture. Do you get a…

17 days later Mccullochi Clownfish fry are growing up

You remember those Mccullochi Clownfish fry a few weeks ago? Well the little suckers grew. 17 days later they look like this, with stripes that are starting to appear and develop. Any guesses as to when these fish might show…