Fish 'N' Chips
A Monthly Marine Newsletter
May 2000 IssueIndex
From Liz
What's Up @ ReefsUK
Caught In The Net
Chips...er...TipsUpcoming Events
What the ... ?
Prove It!, a Bibliography
Newsletter Disclaimer
A new home for Fish 'N' Chips! I have moved the Fish 'N' Chips WebSite - yes, again! This move will very likely be the last (cross those fingers everybody!). I just couldn't take WebJump anymore - there service might be free, but it sure isn't worth it! Fish 'N' Chips' new home is at (http://www.marinefiends.com/ (updated 8/24/04). Please go check it out, bookmark it, and let me know what you think. All my website work is why this issue is so small.
New Things on the WebSite! Here are just some of the things I've added to the new Fish 'N' Chips WebSite:
- New look - same coloring and logo, but the pages have a new look to them. Hope you like it.
- Chat Room - please use it and let me know what you think. If you like it, maybe I'll try my hand at scheduling events and getting some of those famous hobbyists to do talks!
- Current Issue Page - the most current issue of Fish 'N' Chips will always be on this page!
Searching for Johan or Driaan Bresler - Johan submitted to me a DIY project and a site submission. I've tried emailing you a number of times without success. If you are out there, please email me at fishnchips@mail.com from an email address that I can actually respond to. I'd really like to publish your DIY project and add your site to my Fishy Links Site List. So, send me that email!
Free Graphics! I've made some more free graphics (blank buttons to be exact) that are fish related. To get them, visit my web design site, High Aspirations, Inc. at http://www.highaspirationsinc.com and click on the Free Graphics Button.
Visit This Month's Subscriber's Tank Showcase
Allen Yorke's Reef Tank is the Showcase for May and can be seen at http://www.marinefiends.com/showcases.html (updated 8/24/04).
What's Up @ ReefsUK
- http://www.reefsuk.org -
4/20/00 - The first update on Richard's GARF Zero Impact Aquarium has been added to the site. The update includes some useful tips and advice, the problems he has had. The update also includes some excellent photographs. Follow the picture link on the home page or follow the "Marine Aquariums" link, then select "Articles" and follow the links for Richards update.
4/20/00 - The article "Sustainable Harvest" by Les Holliday has republished on the site with permission of Les and Practical Fish Keeping (PFK). The article originally appeared in the October 1999 issue of PFK. This is a must read for all marine hobbyists.
5/14/00 - Robert, a ReefsUK email list member is having trouble removing the inner tube section from the Seaclone skimmer to carry out the modifications (they are posted on the ReefsUK site). Robert has tried a hot water soak to no avail. If anyone has carried out the modifications or can think of a safer way to get this tube out, please send an email to ReefsUK (address below).
5/17/00 - A new UK based marine club has been formed. The West Midlands Marine Aquarist Group met for the first time on 5/22/00. For information, please email Chaz Stevens at chaz@kfordaquatics.co.uk.
5/17/00 - Chaz Stevens needs help with a clownfish breeding problem. Following is a quote from Chaz: "...My first two batches of Percs are OK but I am loosing all the subsequent batches at 4 weeks old. I know its not Ammonia or Nitrite poisoning and there is plenty of air in the tanks, has any one else had this problem? I'm getting 100 fish up to this age in a 18"x10"x10" tank with 2 or 3 sponge filters to look after the bio side of things. I've read the books, its practical advice I'm after." Email Chaz directly at chaz@kfordaquatics.co.uk if you can help.
5/18/00 - A mailing list is in the works for ReefsUK. This mailing list would be the first non-commercial emailing list for marine aquarists primarily in the UK and would enable aquarists in all the different fields within the hobby to exchange ideas and information among themselves. If you have suggestions on how they can set-up this email list, ideas on what you think they will need, or if you are willing to donate your time and/or recourses to make this happen, please send them an email (address below).
To join the ReefsUK Mailing List, send an email to post@reefsuk.org.
Editor's Comments:
Information in this section covers the latest happenings at Mark T. Taber's ReefsUK Web Site. Mark has given me permission to publish any information from his mailing list that I feel would be of interest to Fish 'N' Chips subscribers. So, the above, although reworded by me, should be credited to Mark or to Derek Scales who works closely with Mark on the running of ReefsUK. The dates in bold coincide with Mark or Derek's mailings and are provided as a reference.
Reef Central Message Board A-OK
Changes with Reef Central's server has caused some visitors to report problems accessing the Message Board. The board is fine, just make sure you are using this URL: http://www.reefcentral.com/ubbcgi/Ultimate.cgi? (url dead 10/03/05). Do not use a numeric URL or one with "digi-chat" in it.New URL For Premium Aquatics' Message Board
Premium Aquatics' Message Board is now located at http://www.premiumreef.com/cgi-bin/Ultimate.cgi. Jason has moved the board to a much faster server.
Don't forget to visit Jason's Premium Aquatics at http://www.premiumaquatics.com.New Articles On #reefs
Turbinaria Propagation by Dan Maughmer, David Riendeau, and Brad Ward
Starfish Acclimatization by Various Authors
Attaching Mushroom Anemones by Various Authors
http://www.reefs.org/library/article/ (url updated 03/09/08, originally http://www.reefs.org/library/article.html)New #reefs Newsletter Feature
The #reefs newsletter has introduced a new feature. Every weekend they will be sending out an article from their library. In my opinion, an absolutely fabulous idea. Visit #reefs at http://www.reefs.org for subscribe instructions.
This Month's Selection From The Fish 'N' Chips Fishy List
Online Vendors Selling Clams
- Belau Aquaculture - http://underwatercolours.com/belauaq.html (3/16/00)
"...our website for Belau Aquaculture in Palau collecting station/ mariculture facility site. Our pricelist is available from the e-mail address at the site. We also cater to public aquariums and researchers wishing to come to Palau to do marine research."- CoralFarms - http://www.coralfarms.com (4/22/99)
*US Dollars, Phone Orders.
"We are the largest importer of cultured Solomon Islands SPS and soft corals. Our focus is on captive and cultured livestock."- Fish To The Nth - http://home.earthlink.net/~fish2nth/ (9/20/99)
*US Dollars, EMail & Phone Orders.
"I specialize in getting in what people are looking for, even if it is harder to find. Live food, such as ghost shrimps, aren't updated to the site, but I am selling them. And, ALL fish sold are in good health, and parasite treated before they leave here. I have sold to Public Aquariums, but I love selling to the individuals and provide after sales support for the fish they get from me. Sincerely, Carol E. Keen/Fish To The Nth"- Flying Fish Express - http://www.liveaquaria.com/FFExpress/ (12/20/99)
*US Dollars, Secure Online Orders, Phone Orders, Fax Orders. (Listed by FNC)- Harbor Aquatics - http://www.harboraquatics.com (1/12/99)
*US Dollars, Phone Orders, Fax Orders, Email Orders. (Listed by FNC) (url dead, 10/02/05)- Indo-Pacific Sea Farms - http://www.ipsf.com (1/12/99)
*US Dollars, Email Orders, Mail Orders. (Listed by FNC)- Invert-ual Realities Canada -
http://www.interlog.com/~invertca/irc.htm(url dead 8/24/04) (1/29/99)
*Canadian Dollars, Secure Online Order, Mail Orders. (Listed by FNC)- J&L Aquatics - http://www.jlaquatics.com (2/1/99)
*Canadian Dollars, Phone Orders. (Listed by FNC)- Jeff's Exotic Fish - http://www.exoticfish.com (1/12/99)
*US Dollars, Non-Secure Online Ordering, Phone Orders, Email Orders. (Listed by FNC)- Jen's Saltwater Haven - http://www.jensalt.com (6/24/99)
*US Dollars, Non-Secure Online Ordering, Phone Orders.
"Jen's Saltwater Haven is dedicated to providing the marine/reef hobbies with high quality products at affordable pricing."- Marine Depot - http://www.marinedepot.com (1/12/99)
*US Dollars, Secure Online Ordering, Email Orders (Listed by FNC)- Salt Water Connection - http://www.saltwaterconnection.com (2/2/00)
*Canadian Dollars. (Listed by FNC)The above list matches a portion of the site list maintained on the Fish 'N' Chips Website as of the date of this publication. What you see above is what was listed as on their site by the submitter. The date that follows in parenthesis is the date submitted to the list. For the complete up-to-date list, check out the Fish 'N' Chips Website at (http://www.marinefiends.com/ (updated 8/24/04).
Site Submission and Updating: To submit your site for inclusion in the Fish 'N' Chips newsletter and website based Fishy List, please go to the Fish 'N' Chips website at (http://www.marinefiends.com/ (updated 8/24/04) and complete the Site Submission Form. Please do not send any site submission or update requests via email - I will not process them. Of course, emails are welcome if you are having trouble submitting the form or if your browser doesn't support forms (AOL for example).
Chips...er...Tips
West Nile Virus Warning
For those of you who have been spending too much time in their tanks since last spring or so, there has been an outbreak of the deadly West Nile Virus hitting the Northeast USA area. This virus is transmitted by mosquito. I know some of you use mosquito larvae as a food source (seahorse breeders come quickly to mind). Standing water is a no-no this year, so please find another food source for your baby fish. Lives are more important than fish food when other sources are available.
To Submit Your Tip: Send your tip via email to fishnchips@mail.com and I'll publish it in an upcoming issue of Fish 'N' Chips. I'll write it up for you or you can do it yourself if you are so inclined. Make sure you let me know if I can include your name and email address or if you'd rather go anonymous.
May 2000
Date and Time: from now until July 1, 2000 on Fishroom.com
Info: "Poll Contest" Sponsored by Aquarium Hardware Supply (http://www.ahsupply.com). Answer any poll in the message board "The Cove" and you'll be entered to win $50 off any power compact order from AH Supply. You may enter once per poll and if you place an order before the contest is over and end up being the winner, you'll receive a refund.
Access: See the Message Board "The Cove" at Fishroom.com (http://www.fishroom.com(url dead 8/24/04)).Date and Time: from now until August 1, 2000 on Fishroom.com
Info: "Poll Contest" Sponsored by Tampa Bay Saltwater (http://www.tbsaltwater.com). Answer any poll in our message board "The Reef" and enter to win 20 pounds of aquacultured Florida Keys rock. Winner pays shipping. You may enter once per poll.
Access: See the Message Board "The Reef" at Fishroom.com (http://www.fishroom.com(url dead 8/24/04)).Event: Seahorse Exhibit at the New York Aquarium
Date and Time: from 4/20/00 to April 2001
Info: Some of the animals to be featured are leafy sea dragons, weedy sea dragons, pygmy seahorses, pot belly seahorses, local seahorses, giant seahorses, and pipe fish.
Where & Contact Info: Brooklyn Aquarium, West 8th Street and Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY (USA), 11224. Phone: (718) 265-FISH.September 2000
Event: Marine Aquarium Society of North America hosts MACNA XII
Date and Location: Ft. Lauderdale Florida from September 29th to October 1st, 2000 at the Wyndham Hotel.
Speakers: Speakers include: Walter Adey, Yehuda Benayahu, Bruce Carlson, Vincent Defour, Ruth Francis Floyd, John Forsythe, Richard Harker, Cindy Hunter, Kelly Jedlicki, Martin Moe, Mike Paletta, Ron Shimek, Julian Sprung, and Peter Wilkens. For information on what their topics are, visit http://www.masna.org.
For More Info: Visit http://www.masna.org.To Submit Your Event: Send your event and all the specifics (date, time, location, pricing, contact info, etc.) via email to fishnchips@mail.com and I'll publish it in all issues of Fish 'N' Chips prior to the event.
- Larva -vae -vas / Larval
- The newly hatched stage of any of various animals that differ markedly in form and appearance from the adult.
Article: Upcoming Events
- #reefs, http://www.reefs.org
- Brooklyn Aquarium, West 8th Street and Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY (USA), 11224, (718) 265-FISH
- Fishroom.com,
http://www.fishroom.com(url dead 8/24/04)- Subscriber Doreen Maloney for letting me know about the Seahorse Exhibit. Thanks!
- WCS (Wildlife Conservation Society) Membership News, Spring/Summer 2000 Issue
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