As an aquarist I feel a responsibility to support my Local Fish Store (LFS). Albuquerque, NM only has one LFS that has a primary focus on saltwater aquariums. There were more options in Albuquerque at one time but it is tough for LFS's to compete against large chain stores such as PetCo or PetSmart. There are also a large number of resources available online that sale most … [Read more...] about My LFS – Southwest Reef Company
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Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 9
Well it is week 9 of my Oceanic BioCube 29g saltwater reef aquarium. I decided to add Frogspawn coral to the tank this week. You can see them in the video below. It has added interesting movement to the tank and I think it frames out the tank nicely. In other news the pavona coral appears to be declining somewhat. I discovered that my salinity levels were a little on the … [Read more...] about Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 9
Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 8
I've decided to start posting a new video weekly of my saltwater aquarium so that you can see how the tank progresses (or digresses should tragedy strike). This video was taken on week 8 since I first put the sand in the tank. I wish I had started this from week 1, but oh well. I'll do that with the next aquarium. Hope you enjoy it, and please let me know if you have any … [Read more...] about Oceanic BioCube 29g: Week 8
Movie Recommendation: Under the Sea 3D
Under the Sea 3D Clips and Info Working for ReelzChannel.com has its advantages, including being able to find all the best clips to embed on my personal site. Under the Sea 3D is an IMAX 3D video of mysterious and stunning creatures off the Australian and New Guinea coasts. I haven't seen this video since Albuquerque, NM doesn't have an IMAX theater... but if I can find … [Read more...] about Movie Recommendation: Under the Sea 3D
Aquarium Treasures – Volume 2
The Underwater Adventure Aquarium Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota The Underwater Adventures Aquarium in the Mall of America is an average sized aquarium although it does boast that it is the largest underground aquarium in the world. I can't imagine there are too many underground aquariums but I have only just begun this adventure. … [Read more...] about Aquarium Treasures – Volume 2
