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Aquariumania - Tropical Fish as Pets

Pet Life Radio

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Frequency: 1 episode/59d. Total Eps: 99

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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🇬🇧 Great Britain - petsAndAnimals
02/08/2025
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🇨🇦 Canada - petsAndAnimals
15/07/2025
#82
🇺🇸 USA - petsAndAnimals
01/07/2025
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Aquariumania - Episode 99 Discussing Discus, The King of the Aquarium, with Kapil Mandrekar

mardi 14 janvier 2025 • Duration 54:02

Freshwater fish-keepers have thousands of fish to choose from – but for more experienced aquarists, among the prized gems are the discus. Known by many as ‘the King of the Aquarium,’ these denizens of the Amazon are calm, stately, and - in addition to a unique “disk” shape - are available in beautiful wild-type and aquacultured colors and patterns. My guest today, Kapil Mandrekar - a life-long aquarist, ichthyologist, and conservationist, currently working with Project Piaba - has a special appreciation for, and expertise with discus. Join us, as Kapil shares his life story and explains why discus are worthy of their regal title!

EPISODE NOTES: Discussing Discus, The King of the Aquarium, with Kapil Mandrekar

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Aquariumania - Episode 98 Sea Changes: University of Florida Marine Ecologist Dr. Robbie Lamb Shares His Professional Journey and Underwater

mardi 15 octobre 2024 • Duration 51:19

Jacques Cousteau introduced many of us to a place both alien and beautiful – the underwater world. Decades later, our oceans and marine ecosystems have gone through significant changes – so what’s happening down there? My guest today, Dr. Robbie Lamb, faculty at the University of Florida’s School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences and the Nature Coast Biological Station is determined to answer that question. Robbie’s work in the Caribbean, South America, and the U.S. helps explain how marine communities respond to this changing world. Robbie’s and his colleague’s research has been highlighted by National Geographic and most recently PBS. Oh – and he used to be a professional basketball player in Ecuador. Join us, as Robbie shares his journey and insights.

EPISODE NOTES: Sea Changes: University of Florida Marine Ecologist Dr. Robbie Lamb Shares His Professional Journey and Underwater Insights

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Aquariumania - Episode 89 Chris Meckley of ACI Aquaculture’s Reef and Coral Keeping 101: Part 1: Tanks, Equipment and Accessories

vendredi 17 février 2023 • Duration 41:40

Coral reefs are considered the rainforests of the sea – dense, hotbeds of biodiversity and beauty. Covering less than 1% of the ocean floor, they are believed to contain about 25% of all known marine species. It’s no wonder that interest in reef-keeping, as well advances in reef tank technology have increased exponentially over the past 10-15 years.

y guest today, Chris Meckley is an aquarist with a passion for the aquarium hobby and a blue thumb for coral keeping. Chris and his wife Amanda own and run ACI Aquaculture, a highly successful and well-known coral aquaculture and wholesale facility in Plant City, Florida. Join us, as Chris shares his story and begins Part 1 of our series, Reef and Coral Keeping 101.

EPISODE NOTES: Chris Meckley of ACI Aquaculture’s Reef and Coral Keeping 101: Part 1: Tanks, Equipment and Accessories

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Aquariumania - Episode 88 Fish Veterinarian Dr. Jessie Sanders: From Marine Biology to Mobile Fish Practice

lundi 30 janvier 2023 • Duration 37:32

Fish medicine has come a long way in the past 30 years, with more and more pet owners seeking veterinary care for their sick fish. My guest today, Dr. Jessie Sanders, owner and chief veterinarian of Aquatic Veterinary Services, is helping lead the charge of this next generation of wet pet vets. Join us, as Jessie shares her professional and personal journey from marine biology in the Northeast to her mobile fish practice on the West Coast.

EPISODE NOTES: Fish Veterinarian Dr. Jessie Sanders: From Marine Biology to Mobile Fish Practice

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Aquariumania - Episode 87 Chris Englezou: Leveraging Hobbyist Expertise with Science and Conservation through the Freshwater Life Project

mercredi 17 août 2022 • Duration 44:38

The aquarium hobby has inspired many, myself included, to careers in public aquaria, science, aquaculture, and/or conservation. My guest today, Chris Englezou, has fused his love of the hobby and science with conservation efforts through his business C.E. Fish Essentials and the non-profit Freshwater Life Project which he co-founded and for which he is currently acting chairman of the board. Join us, as Chris shares his journey from fish keeper to conservationist, and how and why he thinks hobbyists can help make a difference.

EPISODE NOTES: Chris Englezou: Leveraging Hobbyist Expertise with Science and Conservation through the Freshwater Life Project

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Aquariumania - Episode 86 Rediscovering the Dragons of Gondwana with Joshua Pickett, Author of The Bichir Handbook

jeudi 17 mars 2022 • Duration 43:39

Among the most fascinating of aquarium fishes, the bichirs - including the “ropefish” and “dinosaur or dragon eel” – share primeval features with their ancestors, some of the earliest fishes on earth. My guest today, Josh Pickett, author of The Bichir Handbook, is obsessed with, and an expert of this group. Join us, as Josh digs up some ancient dirt on these prehistoric, yet modern fishes – and explains why you’ll want to keep them, too!

EPISODE NOTES: Rediscovering the Dragons of Gondwana with Joshua Pickett, Author of The Bichir Handbook

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Aquariumania - Episode 85 Aaron Pilnick Raises a Prickly Subject: Diadema Sea Urchin Aquaculture for Coral Reef Restoration

mercredi 3 novembre 2021 • Duration 42:02

Childhood aquarium keeping has been an introduction and gateway for many professionals working in public aquaria, aquaculture, fisheries, and natural resource conservation. My guest today, Aaron Pilnick, has done all of the above – and today is a doctoral candidate at the University of Florida studying Diadema antillarum- the long spined sea urchin. Join us, as we learn about Aaron’s journey from hobbyist to aquarist to scientist, and how his Diadema can help restore Caribbean coral reefs.

EPISODE NOTES: Aaron Pilnick Raises a Prickly Subject: Diadema Sea Urchin Aquaculture for Coral Reef Restoration

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Aquariumania - Episode 84 Noah Bressman Describes His Work with Fishes that Walk On Land

mardi 28 septembre 2021 • Duration 54:14

We often use the term fish out of water to describe someone whose completely out of their element. But believe it or not, many fish have evolved with the biology, cues, and behaviors needed to move onto land and survive for long periods of time, when necessary.

My guest today, Dr. Noah Bressman, is an avid fisherman, artist, blogger, and Assistant Professor of Physiology at Salisbury University in Maryland. Noah has studied a number of these so-called amphibious fishes – some of which are invasive – for many years. Join us, as Noah explains just how they do it – and why!

EPISODE NOTES: Noah Bressman Describes His Work with Fishes that Walk On Land

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Aquariumania - Episode 83 Steve Bitter Promotes Education, Conservation, and Having Fun “Under” the Aquarium at the Boardwalk

jeudi 19 août 2021 • Duration 40:17

Setting up an aquarium requires a lot of ‘homework.’ You need to learn a lot about your fish and what kind of environment it needs to be healthy and thrive. So what goes into opening a whole new public aquarium – with many different systems and hundreds of species? My guest today, Steve Bitter, has worked for years in the industry developing and opening public aquaria in the U.S., Asia, and Europe. In November of 2020, he opened the Aquarium at the Boardwalk in Branson, Missouri, where he serves as Director of Husbandry. Join us, as Steve shares his journey from building systems in the Arizona desert to building Branson’s newest aquatic animal oasis.

EPISODE NOTES: Steve Bitter Promotes Education, Conservation, and Having Fun “Under” the Aquarium at the Boardwalk

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Aquariumania - Episode 82 The Aquarium Industry: A Global Look from Down Under with Ornamental Fish International President Shane Willis

mardi 11 mai 2021 • Duration 40:50

The aquarium trade is a billion dollar industry with commerce of animals, plants, and goods supporting the livelihoods of people all over the world. National and international organizations play a key role in managing and improving this complex business.

My guest today, Shane Willis, is Managing Director of the National Aquaculture Training Institute in Australia and President of Ornamental Fish International. Join us, as Shane discusses his journey and provides a global\ perspective on the complexities, challenges, and future of the aquarium fish hobby.

EPISODE NOTES: The Aquarium Industry: A Global Look from Down Under with Ornamental Fish International President Shane Willis

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