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Sea Dragons

Sea Dragons are arguably the most spectacular and mysterious of all ocean fish. Though close relatives of sea horses, sea dragons have larger bodies and leaf-like appendages which enable them to hide among floating seaweed or kelp beds. Sea dragons feed on larval fishes and amphipods, such as and small shrimp-like crustaceans called mysids ("sea lice"), sucking up their prey in their small mouths. Many of these amphipods feed on the red algae that thrives in the shade of the kelp forests where the sea dragons live.

Clownfish And Their Host Anemones

Most aquarium hobbyists have always dreamt of having a successful aquarium with clownfish and host anemones. Unfortunately many have had difficulty keeping the host anemones alive, or purchased an anemone their clownfish refused to accept as a host. Another problem encountered for reef aquarist is the anemone moving around the tank stinging corals. The purpose of this article is to remedy some of these problems for the aquarist and hopefully increase the survival rate in captivity of these magnificent animals.

Leather Corals

Leather Corals are a great addition to many reef tanks. Most species (except the bright Yellow Leather) require only moderate lighting, and moderate water flow. Bright Metal Halides may very well burn them, so slowly acclimate them to these, and preferably keep them a bit away from them. Do not place them near any Zoanthids or macro-algae.

Zoanthids are often called colonial polyps, sea mats, or button polyps. They are from the Anthoza Class, in the Zoanthidae family. There are over 60 species, with a few hundred more in limbo taxonomically. They can be either colonial, or solitary polyps, depending on the species.

I wanted to let you all know that the next MACNA is going to be held in Pittsburgh. This should be a great opportunity to see some fabulous speakers, new and interesting products, rare and unusual livestock, and to hang out with fellow fish geeks from all over the world.

Registration for the full show, including the Friday night reception and Saturday banquet, is only $75! But, this price will only last until the end of the month, so register now to lock in this great price.

We have a number of excellent speakers already confirmed and are aggressively working on others. Here is a current listing: