NanoCustom’s is said to be in ‘mid-stage development’ on a new MR16 LED spotlight that looks like will be made by the same OEM manufacturer that makes their PAR38 LED spotlights. Chris of NanoTuners has stated the MR16 light will feature 3 Cree XP family LEDs into a triple optic and available in an estimated [...]
EcoTech Marine has just announced the launch of their much improved controller for their famed line of Vortech Aquarium pumps. The controller, named the EcoSmart Driver, offers the versatility and control we’ve dreamed of for their stream pumps–with the added bonus of offering the MP10 in a wireless version. The EcoSmart will come with new [...]
The underwater explosives didn’t work. Neither did the rubber bullets. Now wildlife officials have resorted to euthanizing Sea Lions that prey (too much) on endangered Chinook Salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha). This has occured for the past year–last year just 11 sea lions were killed. Last week marked the first time one was euthanized in 2010.
This has [...]
Would a female fish selectively choose a male mate that displayed physical characteristics to be a better dad? Most likely say researchers. In a recent study published in the Journal of Zoology, Rasotto et al. reveal that male body size in the Mandarin Dragont (Synchiropus splendidus) correlates to sperm count.
With the recent wave of dazzling colored marine imports from Australia, an odd, yet striking creature dubbed the Tiger Sponge has captured the eye of many aquarists. This “sponge” is not new to collection or import. In fact, many brightly colored specimens, make their way to wholesalers and retailers from a variety of collection [...]
These photos of an RDII look-a-like DC pump are well over a year old by now, but it shows a product that will likely never reach the hands of aquarists. 8-12 months ago the dialogue on DC brushless pumps were running rampant as were the rumors. I was personally told by multiple equipment manufacturers that [...]
