Stopping the spread of the invasive zebra mussel, Dreissena polymorpha, may no longer just be a concern for boaters and fishermen. The culprit? Marimo moss balls…
Invasive Zebra Mussels Reported in Marimo Moss Balls
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News & Notes Articles
SAVES Act Proposes ESA Amendment
New federal legislation before Congress would change the US Endangered Species Act to end the practice of listing species that are not native to the United States. This would, according to some observers in the aquarium trade, help eliminate problems with captive-bred fishes from becoming entangled in ESA regulations.
UK & EU Slam US Aquarium Fish Exports in Trade War Escalation
Ongoing trade wars between the US and EU + UK now set to have damaging impact on US ornamental fish producers. Credit: Shutterstock US exports of live ornamental freshwater and saltwater fish destined for the EU and UK are now collateral damage in the ongoing trade...
PIJAC Asks For Aquatic Defense Fund Support
“The time has come for the entire aquarium industry to come together to help save the Hawaiian aquarium fishery,” says PIJAC.
Heros Act Provisions Threaten Pet Ownership
Interstate pet trade at risk: “Making tropical pets or saltwater fish illegal to transport into the Midwest makes no logical sense,” says PIJAC, outlining one possible outcome of proposed expansion of FWS oversight and scope.
Surrender, Don’t Release: JRAAR Events Aim to Help Exotic Pet Owners
Do you have an exotic pet that you are no longer able to care for? If so, bring your pet to one of several Habitattitude Exotic Pet Surrender Events scheduled around the state of Wisconsin this fall. Area organizations will be accepting fish, reptiles, pet birds, small mammals, and aquarium plants—no questions asked.
Let’s Focus on Fish: Omega Sea’s 2020 Photo Contest
The 10th Annual Omega One Photo Contest is officially open for entries. Thirteen lucky winners will receive a coveted spot in the glossy, globally distributed Omega One® Calendar – PLUS free fish food for an entire year! So start snapping, the contest closes October 1st, 2020.
Confirmed: Petco to Sell LiveAquaria to Third Party
Celebrating its 20th anniversary during July 2020, LiveAquaria is about to enter a new chapter as parent company Petco announces a transition to new ownership for the aquarium livestock company.
Brazil’s Fish Exports Are Opening Up!
The updated rules will fundamentally change aquarium fish exports from Brazil going forward and are anticipated to greatly expand the diversity of species legally available to aquarium hobbyists around the globe.
From the UK: Consider The Fate of Your Local Fish Shop
“It’s a disease that is ravaging our vulnerable, and if we aren’t careful it’ll ravage our beloved stores too. Let’s do what we can to keep them going while we stay safe, okay?” – Practical Fishkeeping Editor Nathan Hill
