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Disney’s Oceans Movie

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I can't wait to see this movie. I trailer and preview clips look absolutely stunning. If you have already seen the movie please let me know what you thought of it! Here's a description of the film from Disney's website: Disneynature, the studio that presented the record-breaking film "Earth," brings OCEANS to the big screen on Earth Day, 2010. Nearly three-quarters of … [Read more...] about Disney’s Oceans Movie

Aiptasia (Glass Anemone) Removal

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I discovered this weekend that I had the beginnings of an Aiptasia infestation in my 29 gallon biocube. After spending a little time on Google I selected a very quick and effective method for eradicating this pest from my aquarium. This method is informally known as "Death by Fire!" Aiptasia is a species of anemone that is known for stinging other more desirable corals. … [Read more...] about Aiptasia (Glass Anemone) Removal

World’s First Undersea Restaurant’s Fifth Anniversary

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The Ithaa Undersea Restaurant at the Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa Rangali Island is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month. This restaurant allows you to dine five meters below sea level with views of reef and marine life swirling around you as you eat. To celebrate the anniversary the normally 12 seat restaurant has been converted into private bedroom suite for two … [Read more...] about World’s First Undersea Restaurant’s Fifth Anniversary

World Ocean Day Photo Contest | Monterey Bay Aquarium

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The Monterey Bay Aquarium is holding a World Ocean Day photo contest right now. The deadline to enter is Midnight Pacific time on Monday, May 10th, 2010. Watch for my entry on my Flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/xaquatics. I will be including photos from my trip to Hawaii. If you enter please let me know by adding a comment below with a link to your Flickr … [Read more...] about World Ocean Day Photo Contest | Monterey Bay Aquarium