Top Shelf Aquatics Brings In Rainbow “Australomussa”
In recent months “australomussa” (which have now been classified as Lobophyllia rowleyensis) have began to pour into the states in mass due to increased collection in the Solomon Islands. In the past…
Bill in Iowa Seeks to Ban Possession and Ownership of Sharks.
House File 24 (https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ba=HF24&ga=91), introduced by Iowa State Representative Ray Sorensen, would define sharks that can grow to more than 23 inches as “dangerous wild animals.” This designation would prohibit ownership and possession of almost all shark species commonly kept,…
After 27 Years Prodibio Enters Liquidation – CEO Promises It’s Not The End
Last week, the CEO of Prodibio, Nicolas Tiliacos, posted on Linkedin the following: “Rising from the ashes: a new beginning for the Prodibio spirit After more than 27 years of commitment, innovation and passion in the field of aquarium products,…
Mastertronic Essential Release Delayed – Focustronic Offers Free Gift To Select Pre-Order Customers
Yesterday the official Focustronic account posted the following text and image “***Update for the Mastertronic Essential*** Due to a series of uncontrollable events, the release of the Mastertronic Essential will need to be postponed by 1-2 months before shipping from…
Reef Casa Releases Nova Refugium Light Designed For AIO’s
Reef Casa has released a new refugium light aimed at all in one’s that retails for $72-$136 depending on the accessories purchased. In the past people have opted for the DIY route when it comes to setting up a refugium…
Vibrant Corals Imports Sick Acropora millepora With a Surprise Splice
Last week Vibrant Corals and Fish located in Irving Texas brought in an absolute stunner of a millie. Hailing from Golden Reef Solomon Island this piece features a green base with purple/pink corallites at the base and dark blue/purple corallites…
Saudi Arabia Takes Over Secretariat Position In The International Coral Reef Initiative
The International Coral Reef Initiative or ICRI is a global partnership between 45 countries that focuses on plans of action for reef conservation and restoration set by a secretariat determined every two years. The last secretariat position was held by…
An Interview With Coral Exporter Juno Siu From Monsoon Aquatics
Please introduce yourself to the reader, including your industry experience and favorite sea creature. My name is Juno; I’m an aquarist and salesperson at the Monsoon Aquatics Bundaberg branch. As an aquarist, I was able to learn all sorts of…
Valuable Information Gleaned on Captive Linckia Starfish Care From Community Survey
The wait is over, and the numbers are in; it’s time to explore our findings from the Linckia data collection survey! We received 16 submissions, each with valuable information for this article. I want to extend a massive thank you…
Aquaforest Life Source Has Been Tested: Good Biodiversity But High Trace Concentrations – Larger Sample Size Needed
Hobbyist Josh Vaisman recently sent in a sample of Aquaforest Life Source, the liquid mud product, to AquaBiomics and Triton to evaluate its microbiome and ionic composition. Below are some quotes from Mr. Vaisman explaining his sampling process and some…