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Lake Malawi Cichlids, Vibrant “Jewels of the Rift”

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Lake Malawi cichlids, also known as mbuna, are a diverse group of freshwater fish native to Lake Malawi in East Africa. They belong to the family Cichlidae and are highly popular among aquarium enthusiasts due to their vibrant colors, unique behavior, and intricate social dynamics. Appearance and Behavior Appearance-wise, Malawi cichlids exhibit a wide range of colors, … [Read more...] about Lake Malawi Cichlids, Vibrant “Jewels of the Rift”

How to Setup a Brackish Tank for a Figure 8 Puffer

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A trip to my local fish store (LFS) last week turned into an adventure in setting up my first brackish aquarium. They had just received a shipment of figure 8 and green spotted puffers. How could I resist? This is how I prepared the brackish aquarium for the new puffer. Setting up a brackish tank Figure 8 and green spotted puffers start spend a great deal of their natural … [Read more...] about How to Setup a Brackish Tank for a Figure 8 Puffer

Marine Life Sex – “It’s Complicated”

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This is a guest post by Nikki of Reef'd Up Aquatics. If human relationships and aquariums aren’t challenging enough for you, then I suggest the drama-filled world of fresh and saltwater relationships.  Boys change sexes into girls, girls change sexes into boys, boys keep harems of ladies, and often…everyone reproduces en masse.  It’s all done in the name of successfully … [Read more...] about Marine Life Sex – “It’s Complicated”

The South Carolina Aquarium

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This is a guest post by Nikki of Reef'd Up Aquatics. As a native to South Carolina, U.S., I was quite pleased to learn the South Carolina Aquarium made 10Best.com’s 2012 Top 10 Aquariums list (albeit #10).  The location couldn’t be better as it is situated in downtown historic Charleston on the water.  The aquarium’s exhibits are centered on S.C.’s natural flora and fauna and … [Read more...] about The South Carolina Aquarium