Putting science behind RI's ornamental fish industry Dec 4, 2008
The environmental damage to the nation's marine reefs caused by stunning fish with illegal potassium cyanide had placed Indonesia's export of aquarium fish on the questionable practices list overseas while drawing much criticism from environmentalists and the fishing industry at home ... With training from the Indonesian Nature Foundation (LINI), aquarium fish harvesters in many parts of Indonesia are now using small-gauge nets to gather targeted fish species, allowing coral reef to replenish... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
More of this story Nov 6, 2008
Friday, Oct. 31: 9 a.m. Male caller wondering if there is a store in town that sells aquarium fish. Advised him possibly Ben Franklin. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Makiki school fire was no accident, police say Oct 25, 2008
Several Halloween pumpkins were left untouched by the flames, and a classroom's aquarium fish survived the fire. Miguel Asuncion, a school administrator, said Wednesday that the school has been planning to build a new facility and had just installed new fire detectors and alarms. (Honolulu Advertiser)
8 Pets That Pose Major Health Threats to Kids Oct 7, 2008
Aquarium fish spread mycobacterial infections, which cause , , and skin infections. Kids should keep their hands out of the tank and wash hands after feeding fish. (U.S. News & World Report)
New Fish Species May Emerge Because Of How Females See Males Oct 3, 2008
Female guppies, a popular aquarium fish, may even risk their lives to avoid too much. (June 24, 2008) Researchers have found that female red squirrels showed high levels of multimale mating and would even mate with males that had similar genetic relatedness, basically mating with their relatives. (Science Daily)
Genetically engineered meat may be served under FDA plan Sep 20, 2008
The only genetically engineered creature available for sale in the USA is an aquarium fish that glows in the dark. Examples currently in the laboratory stage include. (USA Today -- Money)
Local angler hooks piranha-like fish in golf course pond Aug 19, 2008
He said it s likely somebody had the pacu as an aquarium fish and dumped it into the pond, possibly because it got so big. Robinson's dad, Monty, said his son was using a floating lure at the golf course pond -- where he had permission to fish -- when the pacu hit. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Female Guppies Risk Death To Avoid Sexual Harassment Aug 11, 2008
Female guppies, a popular aquarium fish, may even risk their lives to avoid too much. (May 28, 2007) Hens solicit sex in the morning to avoid sexual harassment in male-dominated groups of chickens, shown in a new study. (Science Daily)
A Tropical Marine Aquarium Eel Jun 13, 2008
Reef-Compatible Snowflake Eels Make Fine Saltwater Aquarium Fish ... Some, however, are excellent aquarium fishes in the right environment and proper husbandry ... Learn about other tropical saltwater aquarium fishes with the. (Suite101.com)
Boycott the Princess Parrotfish Jun 9, 2008
Boycotting this Tropical Aquarium Fish May Help Conserve Reefs. While this fish is readily available to aquarists, its high captive mortality combined with its ecological function, make it a poor choice for the home aquarium. (Suite101.com)
What's making that noise? Surprisingly, it may be fish Apr 10, 2008
In fact, said Philip Lobel, a professor of biology at Boston University, "Most aquarium fish are sonic. Keeping fish in an aquarium is like keeping a canary in a soundproof cage.". The most definitive tome on fish sounds was published in 1973 by the auspiciously named Marie Poland Fish and William Mowbray. (International Herald Tribune)
Zebrafish Enables Cell Regeneration Studies To Help Understand, Treat Human Disease Mar 20, 2008
19, 2008) One aquarium fish s uncanny ability to regenerate essentially any cell type has given scientists a way to mimic cell loss that occurs in diseases such as Parkinson s and diabetes then watch how the fish make more of them. See also. (Science Daily)
Philly finds 56 drugs in its water Mar 15, 2008
Sulfathiazole for diseases in aquarium fish. Tylosin promotes growth, treats infections in farm animals, including bees. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Ken Panse, "Reptile Wrangler" loves his job Mar 15, 2008
He worked for aquarium fish wholesalers in New York and Georgia before opening his own pet store, which he no longer operates. He began doing shows under the name Exotic Reptile Adventures before changing to the Reptile Wrangler. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
New Fish Parasite Species Described Feb 15, 2008
Single-celled parasites of the genus Spironucleus are known to produce serious illness in farmed and aquarium fish ... Spironucleus vortens, which causes disease in aquarium fish, is also found in wild carp in Norway. (Science Daily)
Fatal Copper Disorder Can Now Be Detected At Birth Feb 9, 2008
8, 2008) A test developed by NIH scientists could greatly extend the survival of infants with Menkes disease, a rare, otherwise fatal disorder of copper metabolism. The test allows for early diagnosis of the condition, when the chance for successful treatment is greatest. (Science Daily)
* World News Quick Take Sep 27, 2007
MALAYSIA Aquarium fish poisoned Hundreds of fish and other sea creatures at an aquarium on the island of Langkawi were deliberately poisoned, officials and police said yesterday. Haizol Sam, marketing officer at Underwater World Langkawi, said about 600 marine creatures -- including fish, stingrays, barracudas and sharks -- were found dead in their tanks around closing time on Monday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Aquarium, fish draw shoppers closer Sep 23, 2007
The Jakarta Post - The Journal of Indonesia Today. Enter your search terms. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
'Redneck Riviera' comes to accept annual gay gathering May 27, 2007
" But every Memorial Day they mostly stay away as this Florida Panhandle town becomes more like trendy Miami Beach - 700 miles and a world away.Starting in the mid-1980s, gay men from New Orleans and other nearby cities began gathering here for a three-day party that has grown into one of the South's largest gay gatherings, attracting more than 60,000 people in 2004 before hurricanes Ivan and Dennis destroyed many beach roads and buildings.Following two years of rebuilding, organizers anticipate... (The Morning Star)
Dogs could stand to shed a few (Jennifer Harper) May 22, 2007
Pet-industry sources say aquarium fish, gerbils, guinea pigs and rabbits are also too chubby -- victims of well-meaning owners with a generous hand. Both the National Cockatiel Society and Bird Times, an industry publication, report that "avian obesity" is on the rise. (Washington Times, DC)
Aquarium fish 'threaten biodiversity' May 18, 2007
Aquarium fish 'threaten biodiversity ... Aquarium fish 'threaten biodiversity ... "There is no doubt that aquarium fish that are being imported into Australia every week carry pathogens that have the potential to cause severe ecological impacts," says the University of Sydney's Professor Richard Whittington, a specialist in the health of aquatic animals. (ABC News Online, Australia)
Jungle Labs plans to add 30 more positions Mar 22, 2007
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Aquarium Fish Threatened With Extinction Just Months After Discovery Mar 8, 2007
Just months after the discovery of a colorful new aquarium fish in Southeast Asia, worldwide demand and intense exportation are already causing concern about the survival of the species ... But if so, the location would be more difficult to access, even by local commercial aquarium fish collectors. (National Geographic)
