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Aquariumania – Tropical Fish as Pets

Is your family thinking of adding a fish tank or pond to your home? Fish tanks and ponds are wonderful places to observe a habitat on a smaller scale. Its like having your very own window into a fresh water riverbed or saltwater ocean. Keeping aquarium fish is a pleasurable and educational hobby for families around the world. Keeping fish as pets has been a tradition going back to ancient Egypt and China. Today, many more different, beautiful and fascinating kinds of fish and other aquatic animals can thrive in your home if you learn the dos and don’ts and get the right equipment. Aquariums and ponds are living, breathing aquatic works of art that can be as simple or as complex as your imagination and skills allow. In these fun pet podcasts, you’ll learn all about aquarium fish and other aquatic animals, the aquarium industry, and the science and art that surround this fascinating hobby! So dive in–the water is fine!

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Aquariumania - Episode 61 The Garden of Eder's Aquarium Shrimp: Colors from Paradise! Jul 12, 2017

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Most people think of shrimp as something you dip into cocktail sauce, or served in scampi-style. But over the past several years beautiful, ‘technicolored’ shrimp have burst upon the freshwater aquarium scene, adding to the diversity of species for aquarium keepers.
My guest today is Grant Eder, owner and operator of ‘The Garden of Eder,’ an internet-based source of award-winning freshwater aquarium shrimp. Join us, as Grant describes his journey to the industry and educates us on shrimp varieties and keeping.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Garden of Eder's Aquarium Shrimp: Colors from Paradise with Dr. Roy Yanong
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Aquariumania - Episode 60 Breeding Dory: Rising Tide Conservation Updates with Matt DiMaggio and Eric Cassiano Dec 27, 2016

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The summer of 2016 saw a major triumph for Rising Tide Conservation, with the successful spawning and rearing of Pacific Blue Tangs at the University of Florida’s Tropical Aquaculture Laboratory. "Breeding Dory" became the headlines and story for news outlets around the world. But commercialization is still in progress, and many other species are also in Rising Tide’s sights.
Matt DiMaggio and Eric Cassiano, two UF scientists instrumental in the success of the Pacific Blue Tang project, continue their efforts to support aquaculture of aquarium species and support conservation. Join us, as Matt and Eric describe their Rising Tide research and the excitement of "Breeding Dory."
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Breeding Dory: Rising Tide Conservation Updates with Matt DiMaggio and Eric Cassiano with Dr. Roy Yanong
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Aquariumania - Episode 59 Plug and Play Sustainability: Biota Aquariums with Kevin Gaines Sep 28, 2016

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Many decades ago, keeping marine aquariums was a logistical nightmare, a feat only for the most advanced hobbyists. Over time, technology and science overcame many of the original environmental challenges, and aquaculture offered a few alternatives to wild capture fisheries. And now, Biota Aquariums plans to take the marine aquarium hobby to a more sustainable next level.
My guest today is Kevin Gaines, CEO and co-founders of Biota Aquariums. Kevin has strong roots in the aquarium hobby, and a passion for aquaculture and conservation. Join us, as Kevin shares his hopes and dreams, and the story behind Biota Aquariums.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
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Aquariumania - Episode 58 Cichlids of the Americas with Dan Sharifi Sep 08, 2016

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Central and South American cichlids include some of the most behaviorally complex and colorful adult species in the hobby displaying vibrant turquoise, fluorescent reds, oranges, and yellows, especially during breeding. These species are prized by intermediate and advanced fishkeepers, who know their species by scientific name, locale, and strain.
My guest today is Dan Sharifi, owner of Cichlids of the Americas, an internet-based source of some of the most beautiful and difficult to find species and strains of New World cichlids. Join us, as Dan explains how a former financial services manager became a premier source of New World Cichlids in the U.S. today!
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
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Aquariumania - Episode 57 All in A Day’s Work: Industry Insights from Sandy Moore of Segrest Farms May 09, 2016

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Segrest Farms, one of the world's largest wholesale ornamental fish distributors, supplies over 1,000 pet shops, public aquariums, and research institutions each week with aquarium livestock, aquatic plants, herps and other small animals, and live food. Sandy Moore, President of Segrest Farms, has been a hobbyist her entire life and also has been at the forefront helping to keep the aquarium trade alive nationally and internationally. Join us for a fascinating conversation, as Sandy discusses Segrest Farms, her career, and the many challenges the aquarium industry is currently facing.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
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Aquariumania - Episode 56 Open Up Your Aquatic Horizons with My Aquarium Box! Apr 17, 2016

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Ever wonder if you should try a different fish food, or if that new aquarium gadget really is something you should look into? Perhaps, like many hobbyists, you haven’t keep up with the latest trends, but would like to expand your horizons.
My guest today is Mike Haynes, self-proclaimed fish geek, YouTube educator, and co-founder of My Aquarium Box, an aquarium supply subscription service. Join us, as Mike explains how he and his three "fellow fish geeks" came up with this great idea, and how you can plug in!
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
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Aquariumania - Episode 55 Following the Fish: Mike Tuccinardi’s Sustainability Stories from the Field Dec 22, 2015

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Although most common freshwater aquarium fish are farm-raised, many others are collected by world-wide by artisanal fishermen. Good habitat and sustainable practices are key to the longevity of these species and the hobby.
My guest today - Mike Tuccinardi, is an aquarium fish expert, sustainable fisheries advocate, and Senior Editor for Amazonas and Coral Magazines. He has explored fisheries all over Asia and South America to foster and improve sustainability and has documented his insights in reports, articles and travelogues. Join us, as Mike shares his fishy experiences from the field.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
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Aquariumania - Episode 54 The Hypnotic New Wave of Aquarium Keeping: Jellyfish Art Dec 02, 2015

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Jellyfish have mesmerized us for centuries. Their beauty, fragility, and grace, combined with a stinging defense, have made jellyfish keeping a major challenge and, for a time, only possible at public aquaria.
My guests today - Jeff Turner, his son Joe Turner, and Jon-Michael Degidio - through their company Jellyfish Art, have changed all of that. This amazing group of innovators and life-long hobbyists has untangled the mysteries and brought jellyfish keeping into our homes, offices, restaurants, and schools. Join us, as we discuss this hypnotic new wave and the secrets of jellyfish with Jeff, Joe, and Jon.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - The Hypnotic New Wave of Aquarium Keeping: Jellyfish Art with Dr. Roy Yanong
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Aquariumania - Episode 52 Picasso, Snowflake, Black Ice, and Lightning: The Art and Science of Designer Clownfish - PART 2 Aug 19, 2015

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Clownfish, the first marine aquarium fish in commercial production, have been a staple of the industry for decades. Soon, the thirst for 'designer' clownfish took hold, and, just like with koi, goldfish, and angelfish, an explosion of varieties has now occurred.
My guest today is Matt Pedersen, hobbyist for over 30 years and Sr. Editor & Associate Publisher with Reef To Rainforest Media LLC, intimately involved with CORAL & AMAZONAS Magazines, as well as their online presence at Reef2Rainforest.com. Matt started the Marine Ornamental Fish & Invertebrate Breeder's Association, sits on the Marine Breeder’s Initiative Council, and was 2009 Aquarist of the Year by IMAC West and MASNA. Join us, as Matt continues our discussion of the past, present, and future of clownfish varieties.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Picasso, Snowflake, Black Ice, and Lightning: The Art and Science of Designer Clownfish - PART 2 with Dr. Roy Yanong
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Aquariumania - Episode 51 Picasso, Snowflake, Black Ice, and Lightning: The Art and Science of Designer Clownfish - PART 1 Jul 23, 2015

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Clownfish, the first marine aquarium fish in commercial production, have been a staple of the industry for decades. Soon, the thirst for 'designer' clownfish took hold, and, just like with koi, goldfish, and angelfish, an explosion of varieties has now occurred.
My guest today is Matt Pedersen, hobbyist for over 30 years and Sr. Editor & Associate Publisher with Reef To Rainforest Media LLC, intimately involved with CORAL & AMAZONAS Magazines, as well as their online presence at Reef2Rainforest.com. Matt started the Marine Ornamental Fish & Invertebrate Breeder's Association, sits on the Marine Breeder’s Initiative Council, and was 2009 Aquarist of the Year by IMAC West and MASNA. Join us, as Matt discussed the past, present, and future of clownfish varieties.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: DrRoy@petliferadio.com.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Picasso, Snowflake, Black Ice, and Lightning: The Art and Science of Designer Clownfish - PART 1 with Dr. Roy Yanong
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