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Tunze booth wave maker in action

Dropping slop tank

Another beautiful tank

New Deltec FR Beautiful Nano tank

New Deltec skimmer with small foot print New tunze nano osmolator Skimmer in ation

Some photo from the recent Interzoo 2012 to share.

TDS meter is for reading Total Disslove Solids. However it is not necessary for a nano tank. If you are only starting up a nano IQ5 there is alot of optional equipment which you may not need at the start. Constant small water change with a nano tank will do a good job of maintaining the overall water parameter. Try to go for the biggest tank which you can afford, if not you will soon find yourself overstocking your tank very soon. For some good advice and nice nano tank setup, maybe you can visit madpetz to have a look at the nano tank in their showroom. More reading about setting up a tank can also be found here ; http://www.sgreefclub.com/forum/page/index.html/_/marine-aquarium-setting-up-resources/ Happy Reefing

Click through to see the images. Dr. Bruce Carlson is a former director of Waikiki Aquarium and current science officer at the Georgia Aquarium. He says in his video description: "I eventually veered to the left to get out of the current before it swept me off the island but I could see that the coral bed extended well beyond where I left off." Simply awesome! " height="408" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="680"> "> "> View the full article

Click through to see the images. Dr. Bruce Carlson is a former director of Waikiki Aquarium and current science officer at the Georgia Aquarium. He says in his video description: "I eventually veered to the left to get out of the current before it swept me off the island but I could see that the coral bed extended well beyond where I left off." Simply awesome! " height="408" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="680"> "> "> View the full article

Click through to see the images. The local newscast reports the destroyed livestock was valued up to $40,000, although I suspect this value is inflated for sensationalism. Whatever their value, this is yet another senseless and despicable act perpetrated on innocent animals. Unconfirmed reports suggest similar vandalism have occurred multiple times in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere across the country. LFS are cautioned to remain vigilant and use security cameras. View the full article

Click through to see the images. Advanced Aquarist first reported on the new Waveline pumps in March, 2012 (read our report for more information about these pumps). We now have the first hands-on professional unboxing and review of the Waveline DC-5000, which is now available at many popular retailers. The introduction of the Waveline pumps made a splash amongst aquarists because of its affordable direct current design. Direct current pumps are becoming increasingly popular as aquarium circulation pumps, but most DC pumps come with a hefty price tag (upwards of $1,000 USD or more). The Waveline DC-5000 is the most affordable high-flow (>1000gph) DC pump to date, but does its low price also come with compromised performance or parts? Advanced Aquarist takes a closer look. What's the deal with direct current pumps? The vast majority of pumps available to hobbyist are alternating current pumps (the type of power that comes out of your wall outlet). Direct current pumps have several key advantages over traditional AC pumps. Most notably, direct current means users can control the rotational speed of the motor, thus electronically control flow rates. Beyond controlling max flow rates, with the right equipment, users can theoretically program DC pumps for complex flow timings to create advanced flow patterns such as standing waves (as you would with high-end propeller pumps). This will allow aquarists to create customizable closed loop circulation - a method that has grown out of favor following the advent of speed-controllable internal propeller pumps. DC pumps are also more efficient than AC pumps and produce less heat per volume of flow. And in theory, it is easier to rig battery backups to DC pumps (for example: the Tunze Silence 1073.05 pump). Now that we've introduced you to the major advantages of DC pumps, let's take a look at H2O System's new Waveline DC-5000 pump. Waveline DC-5000 Specifications: 1320gph (5000lph) with six preset speeds Submersible or in-line operation 40 watts energy consumption (24V @ 2.5A) 9.8ft (3m) max head Dimensions: 6.3 x 4.1 x 5.0 inches (162 x 104 x 128mm) MSRP: $239.99 USD Unboxing The Waveline DC-5000 is packaged in the retail box pictured below. The pump and all its components are snugly contained within. The box contains: DC-5000 pump 24V power supply (converts 100-240V 50/60Hz AC to DC) Power cable A six speed DC pump controller Adapters for 3/4", 1", and 1 1/4" insert fittings (two of each for input and output) with a pair of lock-down nuts and rubber gaskets. Owner's manual We were pleasantly surprised to find the insert fitting adapters. They simplify installation and will make retrofitting the pump to existing plumbing a much easier task. A closer look at the Waveline components H2O systems includes a small and simple DC Pump Controller. This controller allows users to select between six preset speeds; The selected speed is indicated by six green LEDs. The controller also features a feed button. When pressed, the pump shuts down and automatically reactivates after 10 minutes. Users may also press the feed button a second time to resume normal operation. Waveline pumps feature a true slow startup; Output begins at zero RPM and ramps up to full speed over approximately 10 seconds. The pump and controller are connected via a waterproof 3-conductor union. H2O Systems informs us they are developing a more advanced control module which can integrate with popular aquarium controllers to create complex wave programs. The detachable controller will allow for a simple upgrade path, and the waterproof union is a much welcomed safety feature. One look at the DC-5000's impeller immediately alleviates any fear that Waveline skimped on critical parts to achieve its low price. The impeller magnet is clearly beefy, but the ceramic impeller shaft was particularly impressive and amongst the largest diameter shafts we have seen for a pump this size. All friction points are ceramic to ceramic, including the bushings. The DC-5000 impeller assembly is as robust as they come. Also note the square cross section of the pump housing. This allows users to rotate their pump's output orientation in 90 degree intervals, meaning users can output water vertically (up or down) as well as horizontally. Here we see two DC-5000 pumps side by side. The left pump features Waveline's needle-wheel impeller used in H2O Systems' RLSS protein skimmers. The right pump features Waveline's standard circulation impeller. Performance The Waveline DC-5000 operated very closely to its marketed specifications. We measured flow rate at close to 1,250 gallons per hour (+/- 3%) through 1" tubing at 0 feet of head using a GPI flow meter. The pump drew 44 watts from the wall outlet at full speed. The DC-5000 is an extremely quiet device. The pump produced no distinguishable vibrations but did exhibit a slightly perceptible mid-frequency motor hum at full speed. While not virtually silent like Askoll-based pumps (Red Dragon, ATB Flow Star, et al.), the DC-5000 is still extremely quiet; For comparative purposes, the Waveline is quieter than the popular Eheim 1262 hobby pump and fanless Iwaki in-line pumps. The Waveline DC-5000 is a well-engineered pump with an impressively affordable retail price. More importantly, the DC-5000 performed as advertised: a high flow, high efficiency, quiet and cool running pump with a "down-to-earth" price tag. If the pump proves as reliable as its build quality suggests, the Waveline DC-5000 may set a new benchmark for aquarium circulation pumps. Advanced Aquarist was provided this product for review. View the full article

Click through to see the images. Razor clams, Ensis spp., are an intertidal / subtidal clam that lives in the mud and sand. In addition to digging 30 inches into the sand, they can also dig at a rate of 0.5 inches per second. Obviously they have found a trick that allows their limited muscle capacity to dig into the sand both quickly and deeply. Amos Winter, Robin Deits, and A. Hosoi believe they have figured out how the clams are burrowing so quickly and efficiently and they have published their findings in the Journal of Experimental Biology. In order to understand how the clams were performing this feat, they had to replicate the clams' intertidal zone sandbed. Winter ended up using transparent 1 mm soda lime glass granules in a tall, narrow container. He saturated this "sandbed" with natural saltwater and lit it with high intensity halogen lights in order to visualize the clam's descent through the sand. What they found was that as the clam burrowed through the transparent sand, it contracted its valves, which in turn fluidized the surrounding sand. Fluidizing the surrounding sand significantly decreased the drag on the shell which in turn allowed the clam to easily pull itself down through the sand. Using the information they learned from the clams' burrowing characteristics, the researches have successfully built a machine that can burrow using this same trick. In the long term, Winter hopes to use this technique to build a self-contained robot that can burrow into and out of the ocean floor, which could have interesting implications for oil exploration and seafloor anchoring: (via Ocean Leadership, Not Exactly Rocket Science, Journal of Experimental Biology) View the full article

Click through to see the images. Innovative Marine, the California-based aquarium manufacturer who specializes in sexy little aquarium systems is introducing a new LED light; the Skkyelight Dimmable Dualstrip LED Fixture. This sleek little number blends two rows of 1 watt 14K daylights and 456nm blue diodes, each color independently dimmable on two separate channels (see photo below). The combination of colors provides the user with their choice of preferred color between 14,000 and 20,000K. Separate power switches allow for full dusk/dawn control. The Skkyelight Dimmable Dual Strip LED will be available in four different lengths to accommodate popular tank lengths. Although we haven't received pricing information, we suspect these lights will be affordably priced and will share this information when it is available. Follow the video below for an up-close and personal look at the dimmable Skkyelight Dual Strip illuminating a IM Nuvo reef aquarium. " height="408" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="680"> "> "> The manufacturer supplied Advanced Aquarist with the following information: Experience the evolution of the All-In-One LED fixture with streamline design and straight forward innovation. Customize the spectrum & intensity of your aquarium with the simple twist of a dial. We offer the perfect fusion of high output LEDs for a complete illumination experience including daylight, sunrise/sunset, and lunar cycles. Onboard solid state rotary dials with on/off switches allow for fine tuning for color preference and acclimation within seconds. FEATURES: 1 Watt High Brightness LEDs 120 Lumens per Watt 2" Sliding Rods & Aluminum Casing Individual Reflectors for uniform coverage Passive Cooled- No Fan Noise Modern Slim Design Pulse Width Modulation - Dimming Color Spectrum Range- 14K to 20k 2 Channel Dimming 3 Cycle Illumination 14K Daylight 456nm Sunrise/Sunset 456nm Moon Lights Independent Power Cords + Cord Organizer Available sizes: 18", 24", 36", 48" View the full article

Check your Sg level.. If the water is too salty the shrimp will die..

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Click through to see the images. The amazing macro video demonstrates the unique locomotion of squids. Fins steer and stabilize the squid as jet propulsion launches it to its destination. And the tiny dark spots you see ... they're individual chromatophores (color-changing pigment cells) the squid will learn to use as it matures. " height="408" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="680"> "> "> Read more about their new opalescent squids on the Vancouver Aquarium blog. View the full article

Click through to see the images. The amazing macro video demonstrates the unique locomotion of squids. Fins steer and stabilize the squid as jet propulsion launches it to its destination. And the tiny dark spots you see ... they're individual chromatophores (color-changing pigment cells) the squid will learn to use as it matures. " height="408" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="680"> "> "> Read more about their new opalescent squids on the Vancouver Aquarium blog. View the full article

Marine and terrestrial species will likely differ in how they respond to climate change according to a new study by Simon Fraser University and Australia's University of Tasmania. View the full article

Scientists have gathered the first conclusive evidence that marine reserves can help restock exploited fish populations on neighboring reefs which are open to both commercial and recreational fishing. The groundbreaking study was carried out in the Keppel Island group on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. View the full article

Scientists have gathered the first conclusive evidence that marine reserves can help restock exploited fish populations on neighboring reefs which are open to both commercial and recreational fishing. The groundbreaking study was carried out in the Keppel Island group on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. View the full article

For years the Mediterranean diet has been associated with a lesser chance of illness and increased well-being. A new study has now linked it to mental and physical health too. The Mediterranean diet, which is characterized by the consumption of fruit, vegetables, pulses (beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils) fish, olive oil and nuts, has been demonstrated to be beneficial to the health in terms of a lesser chance of chronic illness and a lower mortality rate. A new study has revealed that those who follow a Mediterranean diet score higher on a quality of life questionnaire than those who don't. View the full article

Let the frag on your rock grow and you should have a nice reef tank very soon. By the way, i love the interesting concept on your refugium, it will save us alot of trouble opening up the cabinet each time to check .

Click through to see the images. Our friends Ned and Anna DeLoach (of New World Publications, Inc. and blennywatcher.com) are reef explorer superstars! In 2010, they discovered a new fairy wrasse, which was only officially described as Cirrhilabrus humanni earlier this year. Now Ned may have discovered a new flagblenny. Ned tells his story at Marine Life Blog and shares it with us: By coincidence, fangblennies happen to be fresh on my mind. Just the week before with the help of our ID book, Anna and I identified a similar-appearing species that turned out to be a Smith’s Fangblenny. But from what I briefly saw, my mystery fish seems different from the fangblennies I remember from the book. After ten minutes the tip of a tiny head with an under-slung mouth slowly emerges, followed by a set of goggle eyes. One look at me, and the fish disappears once again. This game of peek-a-boo continues for 30 minute before the front half of a white and black body bearing an impressive dorsal fin with an ocellated spot extends from the hole. I snap off a shot and inch forward spooking the fish back underground. By the time the divers troop back up the slope an hour later, the fish still hasn’t completely emerged, but I feel I have a sufficient image for an ID. Back at the resort with the fish’s image glowing on my computer screen, I compare it with six pages of fangblennies in the book, but can’t make an ID. That evening I email the photo to ichthyologist Gerry Allen with Conservation International and co-author of our Pacific fish book. Stumped, Gerry forwards the photo to Bill Smith-Vaniz, a blenny specialist in Florida, who deems it to be a new, undescribed species. After we leave for home Mark Erdmann, Gerry’s colleague at CI arrives at Scuba Seraya. With help from the guides and dive director Doris Hug, Mark relocates and captures the fish. As I am writing this, the fangblenny is on his way to Florida where Dr. Simth-Vaniz has consented to undertake the descriptive work. And most exciting, if it indeed turns out to be a new species, he has graciously agreed to name the fangblenny after Scuba Seraya in honor of our group’s memorable visit. The ocean is a big and largely unexplored space. Even popular resort dive sites are ripe for discovery. The Fish Dentist Read Kenneth Wingerter's Advanced Aquarist article to learn more about Flagblennies. And we highly recommend you read Ned's entire Bali story at Marine Life Blog. His terrific article is filled with interesting accounts and top-notch sea life photos like this photo of a cleaner shrimp servicing a Tomato Grouper. View the full article

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