This week USGS scientists are in three Florida counties leading experts in the semi-annual Fish Slam, a scientific scavenger hunt for non-native freshwater fishes.
USGS Conducts Non-Native Fish Slam in Florida
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News & Notes Articles
VIDEO: Indonesia’s Aquarium Show – NUSATIC 2019 Trailer
Promoted as the “biggest show in the world,” the 4th Indonesia Ornamental Fish and Aquatic Plant Show 2019, NUSATIC, will be held from November 29th to December 1st, 2019, at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE BSD City), Tangerang, Indonesia.
The Aquarium Hobbyist’s Role in Fish Conservation
Assessing the Species in the CARES Preservation Program and the Role of Aquarium Hobbyists in Freshwater Fish Conservation, a new article published in the open-access journal Fishes, describes the necessity for hobby, science, and conservation entities to communicate and collaborate towards the common goal of freshwater fish conservation.
Aquarium Livestock Leader Goes Green with New Shipping Boxes
Lansing, Michigan based aquarium livestock wholesaler A & M Aquatics announced their transition to a new form of shipping styro which, when exposed to the elements, can biodegrade in just a couple years.
Record Fundraising: ALA Goodeid Working Group Updates
Goodeids remain highly at-risk in their native habitats, while aquarists strive to raise awareness and funds in the stewardship of this often overlooked group of livebearers.
Critically Endangered Spring Pygmy Sunfish Gains New Protections
Since its discovery in 1937, Elassoma alabamae has twice been considered extinct. This week, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced new protections for critical habitat for the federally threatened species.
Shoal: Working Together to Conserve Freshwater Fish
Shoal aims to be an innovative partnership engaging individuals, associations, NGOs, and corporations to work together for the good of freshwater species.
FWC Votes to Reorganize Florida’s Nonnative Species Rules
The Commission voted to approve a reorganization of rules related to non-native species and requested work on a temporary executive order to limit the importation of potentially high-risk injurious species.
Win Family Passes to Aquatic Experience 2018
The 2018 Aquatic Experience is giving away a Family 4-pack (2 adult tickets and 2 kid tickets) each week! Final deadline to enter is 10/8/18.
PIJAC ALERT: Delta’s Live Animal Cargo Policy Changes
PIJAC urges continued engagement as the pet industry wrangles with Delta Air Line’s fast-approaching live animal shipping restrictions.
