Mangalore: Health of Fishes in Aquariums should be Studied, says VC Oct 21, 2008
Mangalore, Oct 21: How does one ensure long life for fishes in aquariums ... Mr. Honnappagol suggested to the Mangalore-based College of Fisheries to set up a unit for study of health management of fishes, particularly those in aquariums ... Pointing out that fishes in aquariums gave relief from routine tensions to their owners, he wanted to know what was given back to those fishes. (Daijiworld.com)
NKorea defectors drop leaflets condemning leader Oct 14, 2008
But the photo on that leaflet showed that Kang, who later wrote a best-selling memoir, "The Aquariums of Pyongyang" about his childhood in a North Korean prison camp, was alive and well in South Korea. "I was so shocked," Park said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Visitor's Guide to Reno's Best Anti... Oct 12, 2008
Aquatic Antiques (3434 Lakeside Drive) is housed inside a store where aquariums and accessories and sold. Antiques are also surprise finds at the city's more than a dozen and at the annual. (Suite101.com)
2 elephant deaths at Alabama zoo draw concern Oct 11, 2008
Steven Feldman, a spokesman for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, said Friday there have been five elephant births in AZA-accredited zoos in the U.S. so far in 2008. Other elephants are with circuses and non-accredited animal exhibits. (AL.com)
Seahorses in the Home Aquarium Oct 10, 2008
Seahorses are seriously overfished for use in home aquariums, sold as a remedy in traditional Chinese medicine, used as a food source, and dried out and sold as souvenirs. Keep the Aquarium for Seahorses Only: Seahorses are not fast swimmers and may not be able to compete for food with fish. (Suite101.com)
Aquarium to reconnect to sea Oct 3, 2008
When it was built in 1969, the aquarium's design set the gold standard for other aquariums around the country because of its extensive collection of animals and the way the building efficiently maximized tank viewing. To some, however, the outside of the building left much to be desired. (Boston Globe)
The Rusty Cichlid Oct 3, 2008
Rusty Cichlids are easy to keep and their non-aggressive nature makes them a popular cichlid for aquariums. Just don t mix them with other cichlids that are larger and aggressive. (Suite101.com)
Openness a virtue at new Academy of Sciences Sep 22, 2008
The engineering firm Arup ensured, for instance, that the orbs would be structurally and seismically safe; the aquariums were conceived by Thinc Design. Stantec Architecture assisted Piano's firm. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Take Paws For Art Sep 17, 2008
It is sponsored by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums ... The auction is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums national meeting in Milwaukee this week. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
SC auction to have paintings by penguin, sea lions Sep 16, 2008
It is sponsored by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Association spokesman Steve Feldman says zoo keepers have long used painting as a way to mentally stimulate animals. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Report: City Officials Approve Zoo Practices Sep 13, 2008
Friday's report concluded that most of the zoo's current practices "compare favorably" with standards of the United States Department of Agriculture, which enforces the federal Animal Welfare Act, and with standards of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and similar associations in Canada and Europe. "If you look at the entire body of the report, we're about 90 to 95 percent on center," , the zoo's director of animal care and conservation, said Friday. (NBC 11, CA)
Read more... Sep 11, 2008
For zoos, aquariums and also wildlife and animal welfare groups, a special animal adoption that includes a certificate, a fun educational book and a plush toy is a great gift for children that also supports the organizations work. For an arts organization, use premiums like tickets, a poster print or an exclusive music CD sent when a donation is made in someone else name. (PNN Online)
Online dating new tool for zoos with rare species Sep 10, 2008
Zoos won't be required to document the turn-ons and turn-offs of each animal in Zoological Information Management Systems, a collaboration between about 150 zoos and aquariums that's a year or two away from wide distribution. At the very least, though, the software will give zookeepers better access to species-level details currently found only in zoo husbandry manuals that now are mostly e-mailed back and forth, said Bob Wiese, director of collections for the Zoological Society of San Diego. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Oldest gorilla in captivity dies at 55 Sep 7, 2008
"It's very sad that she's passed on, but what a great life she's had," said Kristen Lukas, curator of conservation and science at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Ohio and the gorilla species survival plan coordinator for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Jenny, a Western lowland gorilla, was born in the wild and was acquired by the zoo in 1957. (CNN -- US)
'DogTown' returns tonight with focus on Michael Vick's dogs Sep 6, 2008
Animal Webcams Live video from zoos and aquariums. BY ZOO. (Los Angeles Times)
A hardened few choose to stay and ride out Gustav Sep 2, 2008
The 42-year-old made several miles-long round trips on foot, ferrying his dog, seven cats, and aquariums of hamsters and mice atop a plastic gardening cart to his sister s home in Arabi. The curfew is too strict, said Stipelcovich, wearing a visor and white washcloth to shield his head and neck from the brutal sun. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
A 14-Year Labor Aug 31, 2008
Most unlikely place he has filmed: "Oh, I've stolen many a shot. I've gone into aquariums, I've gone into certain establishments which will remain nameless. All of the unlikely places. Because I felt that we should not be beholden to society or rules of normal filmmaking. I don't care about normal filmmaking. I want to be out where we feel and experience something that we're not going to know what it is till it happens.". What stories of the dispossessed can tell us: "When your mind is going... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Wallet-Friendly Last-Minute Getaways Aug 31, 2008
The family-friendly resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas lures fall vacationers with its Ultimate Paradise Package, which includes several complimentary meals as well as unlimited access to a water park, aquariums and a nightclub. Rates begin at $159 per person, per night, compared with $270 and up during the high season. (Forbes)
Five old school map symbols Aug 30, 2008
Nothing to do with heritage and history, but a vital ingredient for pacifying more disgruntled and youthful car passengers, aquariums are marked on Collins Road Atlases with a delightful seahorse motif. Pictured right is an example from the southern end of Lake Windermere, accompanied by a star icon which indicates a site of interest, in this case a mill, and a train icon that shows a tourist railway. (BBC News)
Garage Sales Aug 30, 2008
Women's Clothing L - 3X, Men's clothing XL - 4X, Knick-Knacks, 2 aquariums, Computer Boat, Freezer, Tools more. 1721 S. Plum. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
New Shark Debuts At Monterey Bay Aquarium Aug 28, 2008
"For half a century aquariums have tried to exhibit white sharks. There have been more than 37 attempts. The longest anybody else ever kept one was 16 days," Monterey Bay Aquarium official Ken Peterson said. "Obviously the Monterey Bay Aquarium, with a much better track record than that. This is their fourth shark.". (KSBW 8, CA)
Researching Impact Of Global Warming On Corals Aug 28, 2008
"Poachers often collect wild corals to satisfy the demand for aquariums, but aquarium professionals are looking for alternative, less destructive sources of these animals. SECORE's goal is to develop methods to eventually breed corals in captivity, thereby reducing some of the pressure to collect corals from the wild," she said. "We are starting by raising juveniles from wild-caught eggs and sperm, which enables us to provide aquariums with the corals they desire without damaging wild adult... (Science Daily)
Zoo's gorillas get heart checkups Aug 28, 2008
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums wants to compile as much information as possible on healthy gorillas' hearts so they can better evaluate them later in life, begin treatment for animals that appear to be predisposed to cardiac problems, and manage and treat disease in the whole species. The information will also help the association's species survival plan, which uses complicated formulas to determine which captive endangered animals should breed. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Village delivers a blockbuster Aug 28, 2008
Looking to the current financial year, Village said it was "resilient to tough economic times'' because it offers escapism. Village chairman John Kirby said the company's healthy cash flows and strong balance sheet positioned it well to continue to expand, especially in its theme park operations. Over 2007/08 Village had focused on expanding its theme park operations, acquiring parks and aquariums in Noosa, Auckland, Hawaii and Phoenix. In the company's theme park division it posted a slight... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Giant manta ray moves into Georgia Aquarium Aug 26, 2008
ATLANTA - The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is now home to a new manta ray from South Africa making it one of the few aquariums in the world with enough space to house one of the giant creatures ... Most aquariums cannot house a manta ray because of how large the animal gets up to 26 feet (7. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Georgia Aquarium: New fish every 90 days Aug 22, 2008
Steve Feldman, a spokesman for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, agreed. He said he was not aware of any aquarium with the kind of timeline Leven is suggesting, but he said the Georgia Aquarium has the expertise to pull it off. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Get behind the scenes on Zoo Montana tour Aug 21, 2008
The center is financially and administratively separate from the main ZooMontana, but is one of the criteria that helps rank ZooMontana in an elite 10 percent of zoos in the country as an Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited zoo. Kirkpatrick and Zoo Conservation Biologist Kim Frank run the center, primarily on grant monies Kirkpatrick has written applications to receive. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
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Bulletin boards are hung, desks have been arranged and caterpillars crawl in aquariums, ready for a unit on life cycles. With larger projects complete, it's time to focus on hooking up telephones and the computer lab, Martinek said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Wilmington, N.C., suits most budgets Aug 19, 2008
The area now includes a museum, a recreation area and one of three coastal aquariums in the state. The museum houses artifacts recovered from the site and surrounding areas (Fort Fisher also is home to the state s Underwater Archaeology Unit) and offers guided tours of the historic grounds. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Michi Corporation To Produce Environmentally Friendly Paper Aug 19, 2008
Michi Corporation primarily sells the paper to aquariums and zoos but will expand to include stationary and book retailers in the 11 nations that they currently serve. By Staff Writer. (JCN Network, Japan)
British waterways being clogged and damaged by foreign plants and pets Aug 16, 2008
"This is very costly and diverts resources that could be used elsewhere on the waterway network."We are therefore asking people to help us by disposing of non-native plants safely and carefully selecting alternative plants for gardens, ponds and aquariums. "The "Dirty Dozen" list of top 12 damaging animals and plants* Japanese knotweed - one of the most invasive weeds, which erodes riverbanks and causes structural damage.* Floating pennywort - grows rapidly, chokes waterways, crowds out native... (Telegraph.co.uk)
Ocean Watch: The zebra fish Aug 16, 2008
The fish also do well in silt-bottomed ponds, fast-moving streams, shallow seasonal waters and, fortunately for us, aquariums. Home aquarists know about zebra fish because they've been sold for decades as pets called zebra danios. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Family road trip survival strategies Aug 16, 2008
(Your memberships at zoos, aquariums and museums at home may get you free entry elsewhere. Always ask. (CNN -- Travel)
'Dirty dozen' threaten waterways Aug 14, 2008
"We are therefore asking people to help us by disposing of non-native plants safely and carefully selecting alternative plants for gardens, ponds and aquariums.". Bookmark with. (BBC News -- UK)
New Titanic Exhibition to Surface At Georgia Aquarium Aug 13, 2008
Titanic: Aquatic is a strong element in our Exhibition portfolio and allows us to reach new markets and audiences,'' states Arnie Geller, Chairman of Premier Exhibitions, Inc. ``This exhibition was built to fulfill the demand by aquariums whose hands-on educational displays and unique settings offer a compelling backdrop to the Titanic story. The exhibition continues the success of the Titanic brand, which has now been seen by more than 20 million visitors worldwide. (Primezone Releases)
CARLSBAD: New aquarium opens with a splash Aug 12, 2008
These aquariums feature special porthole windows where kids can go eye-to-eye with fish, and there's almost a playground feel to the displays ... Unlike the outdoor Lego structures in the amusement park next door, Lego bricks inside the aquariums haven't been treated with a special coating ... "Legos just happen to be made out of the plastic that they recommend for aquariums ... rather convenient for us," said Legoland spokeswoman Beth Downing. (North County Times)
Upcoming programs and activities at the Wilmington Memorial Library Aug 11, 2008
The classroom is lined with aquariums and the students get to wear lab coats when they show the little kids around. Owen figures that the surest way to get himself and his best friend, Joseph, into Mr. Wozniak s class is for them to win first prize in the school science fair. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Bears Chill Out as Cairo Zoo Reforms Aug 11, 2008
She said mismanagement ultimately cost the zoo its membership in the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), after a previous administration fell into arrears on membership fees and then ignored the recommendations of a WAZA inspection team. "Usually, when animals die, we replace them. But during this period they didn't replace the important species," she said, adding that WAZA had found the zoo to be below standard. (Planet Ark, United States)
Supervisors to decide future of S.F. Zoo Aug 8, 2008
Zoo officials and many volunteers have been outspoken in their opposition to the legislation, pointing out that 100 of the facility's more than 700 animals were rescued from various situations and warning that passage of the measure could cause the zoo to lose its accreditation from the powerful Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The association's accreditation commission, in a letter from its chairwoman to the zoo, warned that the proposal would threaten the zoo's membership in the organization... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Cheap (and free!) attractions in nation's capital Aug 7, 2008
At the Reef, in Adams Morgan, at 2446 18th St., NW, are surrounded by wall-to-wall aquariums, creating an exotic underwater ambiance. The top floor features a bar and dining area with a view on the Capitol. (CNN -- Travel)
Arctic Capital buys up ski fields Aug 7, 2008
Sources close to Arctic say the real attraction was LLA's Asian aquariums and their capacity for expansion. As outlined in the recapitalisation prospectus issued last month, new stapled securities were issued yesterday to raise $100 million. (The Australian)
Stampeding bison herd featured in Cabela's diorama Aug 7, 2008
Stores are noted for giant aquariums and a wealth of wildlife trophies skillfully preserved by highly skilled taxidermists. Dowse also supervised the search and acquisition of the game animals displayed on Rapid City Cabela's "Conservation Mountain." The giant mountain-scape, a Cabela's trademark, is now home to life-size mounts of several South Dakota big game trophies. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Insect Spotlight: Water striders help scientists rethink physics behind water, animal movement (20) Aug 4, 2008
This tension is what holds droplets together, and forms a significant barrier to anything too small to crack it (sometimes gases like oxygen also have trouble breaking the surface tension of water, which is an important function for that line of bubbles in aquariums). Water striders have learned to exploit the surface tension of water in order to make a living. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Zoo takes injured, orphaned critters Aug 4, 2008
It's unusual for zoos to have such a large portion of the viewing collection made up of orphaned or injured animals, said Steve Feldman, spokesman for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, headquartered in Maryland ... "In Africa, a number of zoos have been converted into 'sanctuaries,' caring primarily for orphaned primates and other wildlife, but as a general rule the number of such animals comes up only for a small percentage of the collection of a zoo," said Peter Dollinger, executive... (Anchorage Daily News)
Plans to send elephant to Mexico stirs debate Aug 3, 2008
While the Elephant Sanctuary is not a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, it is approved by the Agriculture Department ... Africam, founded in 1972, is considered one of the top zoos in Latin America and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. (AZCentral -- News)
Jax Zoo Named One Of Best In Country Aug 2, 2008
"There are over 2,000 zoos of all descriptions in the United States. Over 200 of them are members of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and the authors of America's Best Zoos ... have selected out of all of those 60 zoos that represent the very best that America has to offer," said Kelly Monaghan, of the Intrepid Traveler. In addition to America's Best Zoo, the Jacksonville's zoo is now home to the No. 1 South American exhibit featuring the giant otter. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Jenny the elephant bound for Mexico Aug 1, 2008
In fact, the facility in Mexico is internationally accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and more improvements are being made. Once that construction is complete, Jenny will have a four acre space, much bigger one than her home in Dallas, in which to roam. (KHOU.com, TX)
S.F. Zoo's mama giraffe dies Jul 31, 2008
That move nearly cost the San Francisco facility its accreditation with the powerful Association of Zoos and Aquariums, which wanted the elephants moved to AZA-accredited zoos. Animal rights activists renewed their criticisms of the zoo this year after the fatal mauling of a zoo visitor by an escaped tiger on Christmas Day. (San Francisco Chronicle)
By their Savagery ye shall know them Jul 30, 2008
No, not the Age of Aquarius, the Age of Aquariums. You guys will be the blowfish. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
IMAX will offer new filmgoing experience Jul 28, 2008
Many museums and aquariums, including the Chattanooga, Tenn. aquarium, house IMAX theaters to screen educational films ranging from Alaska: Spirit of the Wild to Dolphins and Whales 3D. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Discovery swimming in shark tales Jul 27, 2008
Discovery Channel gives over one week each year to sharks, but at aquariums throughout the country, Shark Week is every week. The 21st annual edition of the programming event runs today through Friday with select specials and shark-themed episodes. (Boston Herald)
Ad companies go all out Jul 25, 2008
To compete for the state aquariums' marketing account, MSA staffers dressed as a goldfish, a lobster, a shark, a dolphin and other aquatic creatures ... Advertisements David Ranii, Staff Writer To set itself apart from other agencies competing for the state aquariums' marketing account, Morrisville ad agency MSA produced a mockumentary showing staffers in a variety of work situations while dressed up as lobsters, mermaids and other aquatic creatures ... MSA, formerly MarketSmart Advertising, won... (News & Observer)
Breakfast with the Sharks Jul 24, 2008
The Oregon Coast Aquarium, Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the Discovery Channel will celebrate the 21st first annual Shark Week July 27 to Aug. 2, with a variety of events highlighting the world of sharks. Breakfast with the Sharks will kick off Shark Week, allowing visitors to enter the Aquarium before it opens to the public and enjoy a breakfast buffet while learning more about sharks. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Ga. Aquarium riles scientists Jul 21, 2008
"I'm pretty much one of those people who doesn't believe aquariums should exist." ... The sharks' size and diving behavior make them unsuited for aquariums, some have argued, even a tank as large at the Georgia Aquarium's 6. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Keeping Invasive Species Out Of The Great Lakes Jul 18, 2008
In addition, invasive species can enter the lakes via recreational boating, bait fishing, disposal from home aquariums, and many other avenues. Because there are so many ways that an invasive species can enter the lakes, even closing the St. Lawrence Seaway altogether would not stop future invasions, and closure of the seaway would not enhance regional trade. (Science Daily)
YMCA? Oh Yeah! Jul 18, 2008
They painted flowers, aquariums with fish in them, YMCA motifs, and used primary colors. Many of the participants had never met each other before July 12. (North Channel Sun, TX)
Oregon Inlet Life Saving Station to get upgrades Jul 15, 2008
It is now administered by the North Carolina Aquariums. Because of its location near the Bonner Bridge, the building's fate is tied to what design is chosen for a new bridge, expected later this year. (The Daily Reflector)
Pool accents you can add to your house Jul 15, 2008
T.J. Moreland of Merlin Industries, a pool product supplier in Hamilton, N.J., notes that homeowners often want to incorporate elements they've seen from hotels or water parks submerged bar stools, liners patterned like aquariums or even depictions of favorite activities. "We made a liner look like a baseball field, complete with infield, bases and home run distances on the pool walls," Moreland said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Little creatures are a big draw, but zoos shy to cash in on cute Jul 14, 2008
"Births really have an impact in the interest people have in visiting a zoo, and I'm sure it will cause an up-tick in their attendance," said Bill Peters, national director of the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums ... Mr. Nightingale said the birth of these animals is a tribute to the breeding programs emphasized at Canadian zoos and aquariums, many of which have committed to sustaining their own populations rather than taking any more animals from the wild. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Releasing Tropical Fish in the Wild Jul 13, 2008
Some public aquariums will accept rarer species. With thousands of fish released annually, it takes very little time for a breeding colony to establish and eventually overtake rivers and lakes. (Suite101.com)
ENCINITAS: Insect festival draws a crowd like bees to honey Jul 13, 2008
Fittingly, in "the year of the frog," dubbed by the Association for Zoos and Aquariums, many types of the amphibians were on hand, including those found locally, including the Pacific Tree Frog and the Western Spadefoot Toad. Susan Nowicke, president of the San Diego Herpetological Society, which brought amphibians along with numerous reptiles, said one goal is to educate people about each of the species. (North County Times)
Letters to the Editor Jul 13, 2008
Editor - I am in support of the "rescue zoo" concept and am shocked at the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' attempt to block the effort to improve and reform the San Francisco Zoo ("Why the zoo should remain a zoo," July 3). The AZA's "mandatory standards for animal welfare" including "naturalistic habitats" are meaningless as evidenced by conditions at the San Francisco Zoo. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Close encounters with North Korea Jul 8, 2008
A few North Korean defector narratives have appeared in Korean and several have been translated, most notably Kang Chol-hwan's Aquariums of Pyongyang. These books all illuminate small corners of life in North Korea. (Asia Times Online)
San Diego man sentenced for seal ruckus Jul 8, 2008
Animal Webcams Live video from zoos and aquariums. BY ZOO. (Los Angeles Times)
Reality TV show seeks America's best dog Jul 8, 2008
11:22 AM, July 7, 2008. It's not exactly "Canine Idol" or "So You Think Your Pet Can Dance?", but this summer, dog lovers can follow the journey of 10 dogs pawing their way to win a reality show prize of $250,000 and title of "Greatest American Dog." The Washington Post reports. (Los Angeles Times)
