11-week-old sea otter pup youngest ever to join the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s sea otter exhibit.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) February 19, 2010 — An 11-week-old rescued sea otter pup is the youngest ever to join the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s sea otter exhibit. The young female, Kit, joins 9-year-old resident Mae, acting as companion to the young pup.

11-week old sea otter pup Kit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium

Kit came to the Aquarium as a 5-week-old stranded animal, after she was rescued in Morro Bay by a sea otter biologist with the California Department of Fish and Game, following unsuccessful attempts to reunite her with her mother.

“We’re thrilled that our visitors will have this rare opportunity to see a sea otter pup up-close,” said Chris DeAngelo, the Aquarium’s associate curator of mammals. “We hope people will be inspired to protect these icons of the Central Coast.”

Kit will remain on exhibit as long as DeAngelo and her staff continue to see positive interactions between Kit and Mae, and if Kit eats well and adapts to her new home. When the time is right, Kit and Mae will be joined by the other exhibit sea otters – Maggie, Toola, Rosa and Joy (all adult females) – who are busy behind the scenes serving as surrogate mothers and companions to other stranded animals.

According to Andrew Johnson, Manager of the Aquarium’s Sea Otter Research and Conservation (SORAC) program, Kit is not a candidate for return to the wild. Other rescued pups are occupying behind-the-scenes areas needed by animals being raised for release, so the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has authorized the Aquarium to manage Kit in its sea otter exhibit.

SORAC cares for stranded sea otter pups and injured adults in off-exhibit holding pools to keep them wild for future release. More information about this groundbreaking program can be found on the Aquarium’s new Sea Otter Research and Conservation web pages.

In addition to seeing Kit in person, you can watch her on the Aquarium’s Otter Cam. Updates on the pup’s progress will be posted on the Aquarium’s blog, website and Facebook page.

The mission of the nonprofit Monterey Bay Aquarium is to inspire conservation of the oceans.

www.montereybayaquarium.org

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Avoid the mall, support wildlife conservation, and find unique gifts.

Silver Spring, MD (Vocus/PRWEB ) November 20, 2008 — This year, do your holiday shopping at the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo or aquarium near you. Gift shops are always stocked with fun toys, tasty treats and unique products you won’t find anywhere else.

Association of Zoos and Aquariums logo

“Spend Black Friday with a black rhino, do your shopping at the zoo or aquarium,” said AZA Senior Vice President for Marketing Jill Nicoll. “Not only will you find gifts that will make your friends and family go wild, you also support wild animal conservation.”

“While others are herded through the mall like animals, you can chill out with real animals – come to the zoo or aquarium for a peaceful shopping experience,” Nicoll added.

Unique, affordable holiday shopping ideas from the AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium near you:

Zoo or Aquarium Family Membership
Membership is the gift that keeps on giving! Membership will give an entire family one full year of free entry to the zoo or aquarium and lots of other great benefits such as magazine subscription, in-store discounts, and special events tickets.

Children’s Toys and Games
At the gift shop you’ll find toys for boys, toys for girls, and toys for kids young and old. Whether your loved ones are into computer games, puzzles, stuffed toys, or sports, you’ll be sure to find a suitable gift.

Eco-friendly Products
Zoos and aquariums are going green and have the gifts to prove it. With everything from beauty products and stationery to jewelry and kitchen ware, the gift shop is the place to go for environmentally friendly gifts.

Holiday Cards and Ornaments
Decorate your house with special holiday ornaments of your favorite animals and send holiday greetings with animal-themed cards.

Educational Resources
Find books about baby animals or how to become an expert birdwatcher. Whether you’re buying for a new reader or an avid reader, the zoo or aquarium gift shop is bound to have a book that will interest them.

Adopt-an-Animal
Give the gift of honorary parenthood to your loved one. With your gift the zoo or aquarium can buy treats, toys, and medical supplies for their special animal.

Name-an-Animal
Name your favorite zoo or aquarium resident after a friend or family member and contribute to the zoo or aquarium’s conservation efforts.

Enjoy a day at your local AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium this holiday season and find these gifts and more. Many zoos and aquariums are open 365 days a year, including on Thanksgiving. Find the great zoo or aquarium near you at www.aza.org/findzooaquarium.

Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting an institution dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, the AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information, please visit www.aza.org.

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Exotic acrylic shaped designs highlight new trends in European aquariums.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) May 21, 2008 — Tenecor Aquarium’s design team today announced that they will be debuting a new series of tank and cabinetry designs at the biennial International InterZoo show in Nuremberg, Germany. New open top or “Euro-Braced” style aquariums with extra thick and impressive side walls will be displayed in styles ranging from Cylinders to Bull Noses, or “Bullet”, style tanks. Tenecor has also created a line of Milan designed cabinetry in collaboration with Limulus Italy, the renowned lighting manufacturer and Tenecor distributer, to appeal to the European and high-end US markets.

These recently unveiled designs have spurred installations and mass purchases of aquariums at companies such as Aquatic Adventure, Petland, RaSushi Resturants, TutorTime, Alaska Wildlife Refuge, Petline-Greece, and the Steinhart Aquarium, as well as several large corporations and government agencies. Tenecor believes that their recent large scale implementations and worldwide reputation for quality, coupled with their cutting edge new European designs, will enable them to enlarge their previous inroads into the European and Middle Eastern markets.

New Milan Designs

Record Rate of Demand in the European Markets

Tenecor has seen a tremendous growth in European demand for its custom aquarium products ranging from residential consumers to commercial installations including fountains and water features in addition to its traditional aquatic exhibits. This has been due to a combination of the weakened US Dollar and the emergence of Tenecor as an internationally recognized aquatic design, engineering, and implementation firm.
“Tenecor is emerging as a worldwide leader in taking aquarium designs to the next level of evolution, creating solutions for the novice as well as the enthusiast” said Kevin Romano, sales director at Tank’s Aquariums, a large US online retailer, “Tenecor is designing the aquariums as an integral component of a home or commercial property, just as one would in a public aquarium setting.”

Tenecor Aquariums Availability

Tenecor aquariums are available through Limulus in Italy and surrounding regions as well, as Tenecor’s 3400+ worldwide authorized reseller and installer network. Please contact a local reseller or contact Tenecor directly at www.tenecor.com or +1.602.437.4373 or toll free in the US at 800-826-5430 for a reseller or installation expert nearest to you. Tenecor’s recent membership in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums also makes access to Tenecor products easier for public and private aquariums via www.aza.org.

Founded in 1985, Tenecor Aquariums is the worldwide leader in custom acrylic aquariums for residential, commercial, and public venues. The company offers a wide range of standard and custom products, as well as, design, engineering, and installation services to allow individuals and companies to realize their aquatic vision easily, efficiently, and with unsurpassed quality.

Limulus has, since 1988, been a leader in computerized lighting systems for aquariums. Since their first appearance at InterZoo, they have continued to create innovative and elegant lighting solutions for both home and commercial clients. Limulus prides itself on the quality of its products as well ass its attentiveness to each customers unique needs.

For more information, press only:
Tenecor, William Miceli, +1.602.437.4373, miceli(at)tenecor.com
Limulus , Roberto Buti, +39 030395097, roberto.buti(at)limulus.it

For more information on Tenecor Aquariums and Limulus Offerings:
http://www.tenecor.com/
http://www.limulus.it/

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Exotic-Aquariums.com is pleased to announce the addition of two sensational new products for the holiday season. The Aquavista 500 wall mounted aquarium is the most technologically advanced home aquarium available today. We have also added the River Treasures Collection. These designer desktop aquariums were just released for the upcoming holidays.

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) November 26, 2009 — Exotic-Aquariums.com is pleased to announce the addition of two sensational new products for the holiday season.

The River Treasures Collection by the Creative Design Group, Just Released for the Holiday Season.

The Aquavista 500 wall mounted aquarium is the most technologically advanced home aquarium available today. This patented aquatic bio-system is only 4.5 inches deep and is designed to hang on your wall just like a picture frame. The Aquavista 500 was even featured on HGTV’s, “I Want That.”

The Aquavista 500 incorporates a built in proprietary computer controlled LCD interface that regulates filtration, air flow, lighting and heating. The interface allows the user to monitor and maintain their aquarium at the touch of a button. Its user friendly control panel makes this system virtually hassle free. These revolutionary, space-saving fish tanks are a fish lover’s dream come true. They make the perfect addition to any living or work area where space is at a premium.

The Creative Design Group has announced the launch of its latest product line. The Creative Design Group is recognized as an industry leader in the manufacture of fully self-contained aquariums. Their 2008 release of the Pearl 60 gallon floor-standing model raised the bar in the arena of designer aquariums. They have followed up their success in 2009 with the introduction of the River Treasures Collection.

River Treasures are the ultimate in designer desktop aquariums. Like their predecessors the Ocean Treasures Collection, each aquarium comes with a museum quality hand-painted sculpture that conceals all components necessary to create the perfect underwater environment. These 5 gallon cylindrical aquariums feature patent pending dry-bond tube technology. The dry-bond tube enables power to be fed to the overhead lighting system from the bottom of the aquarium eliminating the need for hanging cords. Lighting, heating and filtration are all reduced to a single electrical cord at the base of the unit.

We are thrilled to add these aquariums to our pre-holiday line up. They would make fantastic Christmas presents. Put one under the Christmas tree for the fish lover in your family. Aquariums are also great learning aids. They will help teach your children or grandchildren the responsibilities that will follow them through into adulthood. As cliché as it may sound, “Aquariums are the gift that keeps on giving.”

In addition the finest aquariums on the market today we also carry a full line of floor standing waterfalls and aquatic art by Midwest Tropical. From classic elegance to contemporary sophistication, nothing makes the design statement of an indoor waterfall. The gentle sound of cascading water has a therapeutic quality for both body and soul!

Exotic-Aquariums.com doesn’t sell fish tanks. We only carry complete aquariums. We offer unique alternatives to the traditional rectangular fish tank, featuring the most innovative desktop, wall mount and free standing models modern technology has to offer. Get the look of a custom aquarium without the custom price at Exotic-Aquariums.com.

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The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today called for shovel-ready zoo and aquarium infrastructure projects to be eligible for Federal stimulus funding.

Silver Spring, Maryland (Vocus/PRWEB ) December 19, 2008 — The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) today called for shovel-ready zoo and aquarium infrastructure projects to be eligible for Federal stimulus funding.

According to a 2008 national public opinion survey* 79 percent of Americans believe that zoos and aquariums are good for their local economy, and an impressive 80 percent believe that zoos and aquariums are important enough to local communities to be supported by government funding.

“Zoos and aquariums are woven into the fabric of American life,” said AZA President and CEO Jim Maddy. “They are viewed by the public as important to the quality of life in their communities.”

Many zoos have their roots in the Great Depression, when the Federal Work Projects Administration (WPA) helped build many zoos across America. In more recent times, aquariums have been successful anchors of waterfront renewal and development.

AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums enhance local and regional economies, collectively generating .6 billion in annual economic activity and supporting more than 100,000 jobs.

“Zoos and aquariums will deliver incredible value for the Federal government,” added Maddy. “Investment in these institutions will pay-off twice, first in immediate job creation, and second, in the environmental education of our children for years to come.”

Two hundred and six U.S.-based AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums attracted more than 170 million visitors in 2007, up 9 percent from 2006. Approximately 50 million visitors were children, making accredited zoos and aquariums some of the best places for families to connect with nature and each other.

Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. The AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. To learn more, visit www.aza.org.

*PRIME Group, nationwide online survey of n=2,020, sample drawn from U.S. population census representative panel, interviews from July 1 to July 10, margin of sampling error is +/- 2.2 percentage points.

Contact:
Steve Feldman, 301.562.0777 ext.252
Jackie Marks 301.562.0777 ext. 236
Courtney Jordan, 301.562.0777 ext. 235

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Animal Rescue Efforts Rely on Zoo and Aquarium Resources and Expertise

Silver Spring, MD (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 25, 2010 — America’s leading zoos and aquariums are mobilizing to help save wildlife impacted by the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Zoos and aquariums have been identified by key Federal agencies, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, as important partners in animal rescue and rehabilitation for the Gulf’s wildlife.

“Accredited zoos and aquariums have a unique expertise with animals that can support the clean-up effort,” said Jim Maddy, President and CEO of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. “Many zoos and aquariums already have animal rescue and rehabilitation programs in place, and their trained personnel and existing infrastructure are being made available to help with the oil spill response.”

Currently, it appears that the greatest need is for skilled professional volunteers to assist with transporting and handling wildlife. Aquariums and zoos across the country are ready to send their professional staff to assist with the rescue, rehabilitation and release of animals back into the wild.

Thirteen AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums are located along the Gulf Coast, but many more AZA-accredited institutions around the county have stepped up to help. Institutions as far away as Newport, KY and Boston, MA are already organizing and lending expertise to aid rescue efforts in the Gulf.

“The Audubon Nature Institute would like to thank zoos and aquariums across the country for their help with the oil spill,” said Ron Forman, President and CEO of Audubon Nature Institute in New Orleans. “Many zoos and aquariums helped us in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and continue to lend their support during this current disaster.”

A list of current rescue efforts by accredited zoos and aquariums and more information can be found at www.aza.org/oilspill/.

Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. The AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. To learn more visit www.aza.org.

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Posted up at the um, aquarium bar with @quinnenglish awaiting @pnutbutterjam etc… – by chandlerthomas (Chandler Thomas )

Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquarium is the world’s most advanced and beautiful wall mounted aquarium

Menlo Park, CA (PRWEB) May 6, 2010 — Imagine turning any wall into a canvas of colorful, tropical fish without any construction. Introducing the sleek Aquavista Panoramic Wall Mounted Aquarium, a space-saving, self-contained aquarium that hangs like a plasma television. Ideal for fresh water tropical fish, the self-contained AquaVista Panoramic Wall Aquarium is so low maintenance that you no longer EVEN have to feed your fish. To make care even easier, each Aquavista Panoramic comes with a programmable automatic feeder, so people can spend even less time caring for their fish and more time enjoying it.

The Aquavista Panoramic is pre-assembled with an automatic feeder, dual filtration, heater, air pump, lighting, and a carbon dioxide generator that allows the most exotic live plants to thrive in this underwater mecca.

Each Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquarium is equipped with all necessary elements for a healthy fresh water tropical aquarium, including: dual filtration, heater, air pump, lighting and an automatic feeder that will feed your fish. Like all Aquavista Wall Aquariums, each Panoramic also comes with a side-mounted, programmable LCD touchscreen panel that allows owners to program date and time and all essential functions such as: water temperature, filtration, illumination, air pump, and feeding cycle. The aquarium is also pre-wired for an optional carbon dioxide generator, allowing hobbyists to turn their wall into a stunning underwater ecosystem with live fish and plants without hassle.

“Aquavista develops aesthetic aquarium products for people who love watching fish but do not have the time to take care of them,” said Scott Yen, President of Aquavista. “Our new Panoramic Wall Aquarium satisfies the many requests for a bigger Aquavista aquarium for their wall.”

Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquariums are available in a black or silver trim. The aquarium is available in two sizes, a 5 foot, 20 gallon model that measures 58.2” x 5.9” x 24” or a 6 foot, 25 gallon model that measures 70.1” x 5.9” x 24”. To learn more about the new Aquavista Panoramic Wall Aquarium or to purchase, simply visit www.aquavistainc.com.

“There has never been anything like Aquavista’s new Panoramic Wall Aquarium. It is the ultimate conversation piece for any home or office,” said Yen. “The Aquavista Panoramic is the ideal decoration for any home or office that is looking for an aquarium or lively conversation piece without the space limitation or hassle of a typical aquarium. Just hang, add water and fish!”

About AquaVista Enterprise:
Aquavista Enterprise Inc. provides patented, award-winning living art solutions that blend the serenity of live, tropical fish with the sophistication and beauty of framed art. Aquavista has created a new category of home and pet products called “Living Art.” Our products are low maintenance, space-saving, and beautiful conversation pieces. For more information about AquaVista products, please visit www.aquavistainc.com or call 408-453-4151.

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Fish Supplies store MarineDepot.com says tighter wallets cause fish owners to cut back on aquarium supplies to the point of ignoring their fish.

Garden Grove, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) March 9, 2010 — To save money, more and more parents are purchasing fish to appease pet-hungry children. But they are not taking care of their aquarium pets as well as they once did.

“We have a price match guarantee on all our fish and aquarium supplies,” said Mike Giove, chief operating officer for MarineDepot.com. “We’ve definitely noticed more people coming to our online store in search of great deals.”

Researchers at Bad Economy discovered consumers are less likely to splurge on quality aquarium filters during a recession, a key component in maintaining healthy aquarium living conditions. They found fish owners are extending the recommended lifespan of filter media as well as buying cheaper fish food, skimping on the dietary needs of their pets.

“Choosing lower quality fish foods and feeding inadequate diets can lead to all sorts of problems,” Giove said, “from poor fish coloration and reduced energy to lowered immune systems, and in some cases, possibly even the death of fish.”

Despite the fact most tropical fish require a temperature range of 72-80?F, some aquarium hobbyists limit the hours their aquarium heaters run. Tank owners are also cutting back on their aquarium lighting even though reef aquariums require 6-10 hours of light each day. This is all in an effort to save on their monthly electricity costs.

“We know that some owners are putting off filter media replacement, buying cheaper food alternatives and feeding their fish less variety, which might seem like a money saver,” said Ken Wong, chief executive officer of MarineDepot.com. “However, in the long run, these may end up costing fish owners more than what they gain.”

While the economy has resulted in many people being stressed over their finances, MarineDepot.com claims fish are perceptive to when they are being neglected.

“We hope that by providing the lowest prices possible we can help fish owners take the best care possible of their pets, even in a down economy,” said Wong.

About MarineDepot.com
MarineDepot.com carries more than 7,500 popular and hard-to-find aquarium supplies and fish tank accessories for saltwater and freshwater aquariums. You will find the top aquarium equipment and aquarium accessories from Hagen, Red Sea, Eheim, Coralife and many more. All of their aquarium pet supplies carry a 60-day money-back guarantee and they offer a price match guarantee on all in-stock aquarium products. They ship 99.9% of fish tank supplies the same business day.

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Plasma Candy creates and distributes ambient DVDs and currently owns one of the top selling fireplace DVDs on the market. Plasma candy is now pleased to announce the release of The Aquarium DVD Vol. 1, which will allow viewers to turn their TVs into beautiful aquariums.

(PRWEB) June 26, 2009 — Plasma Candy (http://www.PlasmaCandy.com) creates and distributes ambient DVDs and currently owns one of the top selling fireplace DVDs on the market.
   
Given the current economic climate, Plasma Candy believes everyone can use a little relaxation without having the high cost associated with setting up an aquarium. Thus, Plasma Candy is pleased to announce the release of The Aquarium DVD Vol. 1, which will allow viewers to turn their TVs into beautiful aquariums.

Plasma Candy’s The Aquarium DVD Vol. 1 is comprised of five amazing fish tanks with soothing natural aquarium sounds. The Aquarium DVD Vol. 1 highlights some of the best aquariums around and includes a variety of plant life, fish, and coral.

“As we started researching the aquarium community, we found really passionate hobbyists and in order to pay our respects to them, we had to make this DVD exceptional. We worked with some of the best in the business and we think our product reflects that,” says Jason Lexell, owner of Plasma Candy.

About Plasma Candy:
Plasma Candy is one of the leading ambient video production & distribution companies in North America. Plasma Candy is located in Tampa, Florida and specializes in the creation and online distribution of ambient DVDs and screen savers. Plasma Candy produces and distributes all original footage with exclusive rights.

Plasma Candy is a division of Digital Harvest, Inc. For more information about the Aquarium DVD Vol. 1, please visit the link below.

http://www.PlasmaCandy.com/Aquarium-DVD.shtml

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