Dubai Mall Aquarium Leaking

Dubai Mall Aquarium Leaking

A first reported incident that a leak has developed, since its opening 7 months ago, in Dubai Mall’s massive aquarium today has led to shoppers being evacuated and the shops around it were closed. There was no reported case of injury during the evacuation process.  Check out the video below. Dubai Mall Aquarium is one of the largest aquarium in the world that holds more than 33,00o aquatic creatures where you can get up close and personal with. It also features Tiger Sharks, giant Groupers, graceful Stingrays and shimming shoals of pelagic fish.  The largest mall in Middle East holds 1,200 stores, and is located at the foot of Burj Khalifa, the tallest tower in the world.  This... Read more»

Added Friday, February 26, 2010 in News
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JUWEL Aquariums

JUWEL Aquariums

I remembered saving hard during my college days for my first purchase of JUWEL Aquarium, RIO 125, in the early 1990s for a freshwater planted tank setup. Attracted to its  complete and neat design and system, I personally thought that no other aquarium tank during then was able to match this product in terms of quality and price, especially the glass.  JUWEL has been in the aquarium market for over 35 years in aquarium manufacturing in Germany and have received many good reviews from satisfied customers for its beauty, quality and simplicity. All JUWEL aquariums come complete with built-in filter, heating sytem. A very elegant and popular aquarium for people new to the hobby. JUWEL aquariums... Read more»

Added Wednesday, January 13, 2010 in Featured Products
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FnM Cubic Review by Brian Ong

FnM Cubic Review by Brian Ong

Brian Ong has posted a product review on June 17, 2009 at FnM online store about FnM Cubic 24″ x 12″ x 18″ 6mm Normal Asahi Glass (Euro-Bracing) after his purchase.  “A good tank for its price. Euro bracing is done only on the sides (unlike some fish tanks) so hang on filters, etc. can still be used. The green tint of normal glass is obvious to the eagle eyed, but looking at the price, you cannot complain. The height of the tank is just right; it adds the feeling of depth to the tank. This was what i liked most about the tank.” Thanks to Brian for his wonderful review. FnM Cubic is available at FnM online store. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "FnM Cubic... Read more»

Added Wednesday, July 15, 2009 in Featured Products
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No Cold “Feet” For Plants

No Cold “Feet” For Plants

Do you know that by generating a slow circulation of water around the aquarium bed via heating will create an optimum conditions for humus bacteria to convert nutrients into a form that freshwater plants can absorb?  The important role that humus bacteria play is, with the assistance of the humus substances that are produced, to convert mineral nutrients from soils into such form that freshwater plants can absorb. Humus enriched grounds are perfect for many popular aquarium plants such as Cryptocorynes and Echinodorus. A warm aquarium bed will also help promote healthy root growth and is especially important for countries in cold climate.   Heating cables designed for freshwater planted... Read more»

Added Thursday, June 25, 2009 in Planted Aquarium
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Tips On Keeping Freshwater Shrimps

Tips On Keeping Freshwater Shrimps

Freshwater shrimps are attractive but sensitive creatures. The popularity of these shrimps are increasing due to their attractive appearances and active nature in any planted aquariums. However, shrimps require more care than fish.  Shrimps are sensitive to changes in aquarium conditions and react in particularly to: an increase in copper levels from domestic water copper pipings; medical products for fish; algicides that contains copper; ammonia and nitrite level; excessive concentrations of various kinds of fertilizers;  pesticides (insect sprays); solvents (nicotine); hard chemical water conditioners (e.g. products that contains phosphate to reduce GH and KH). The above factors in... Read more»

Added Friday, June 19, 2009 in Freshwater Aquarium
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Some Colour Lightings for Water Plants?

Some Colour Lightings for Water Plants?

Quick fact about light colour for freshwter aquariums. Lighting does not merely serve a clearer view into an aquarium, it is important where water plants are present. The right kind of  light is crucial for photosynthesis in water plants for plant growth. Too much light or the wrong colour of lights used will encourage algae growth in an aquarium. In order to flourish, water plants need plenty of light from the red colour range of a colour spectrum, with only a minimal blue component and minimal or no UV radiation at all.  Whereas algae thrive above all in blue light and a high UV component.  Algae have lived in water throughout their entire evolutionary process, during which they have... Read more»

Added Friday, June 12, 2009 in Planted Aquarium
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JBJ 28 Gallon Nano-Cube HQI & K2-VIPER HQI

JBJ 28 Gallon Nano-Cube HQI & K2-VIPER HQI

JBJ MEGA powered 28g Nano-Cube HQI-Reef Series incorporates many high-tech features not commonly found in “All-In-One” systems. The new concept behind the 28g Nano-Cube HQI was inspired by hundreds of reef hobbyists who requested higher powered lighting, protein skimming, increased water circulation, a more simplified filter, storage area in the stand for chillers, and designated water level columns in the rear chambers for heaters, refugiums and protein skimmers.  JBJ K-2 Viper HQI Clamp-on Lamp Series offers a streamline design to fit on virtually any small reef tank (eg. Nano-Cube) or use it in series for larger aquariums. All models include one 14,000K (Double-Ended) metal halide... Read more»

Added Wednesday, May 6, 2009 in Featured Products
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JBJ Arctica Titanium Chillers

JBJ Arctica Titanium Chillers

Arctica Titanium Aquarium Chillers are state-of-the-art aquarium coolers incorporating the most advance technological features on the market. These units have been designed for maximum temperature pull-down (BTU`s) with the least amount of energy draw. The complete range of these chillers are now on promotional offer of 10% discount off the usual price in our eStore. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "JBJ Arctica Titanium Chillers", url: "http://freshnmarine.com.sg/blog/new-this-week-jbj-arctica-titanium-chillers/" }); Read more»

Added Tuesday, May 5, 2009 in Featured Products
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Phosphate Feeding Algae!

Phosphate Feeding Algae!

Annoyed with nuisance algae growing all over your aquariums? One of the contributing factors of this problem is the existence of high phosphate level in the water. In the freshwater or salt water aquariums phosphates will feed nuisance algae which can overrun plants and expensive corals, spoiling the aesthetic appearance of the tank, and even killing its inhabitants in extreme cases. Within the reef aquarium, phosphates will greatly affect the formation of coral skeletons by reducing calcification by over 50% and by inhibiting the deposition of strontium. It is suggested by Borneman that phosphates are a direct poison to calcification.  It is prudent for the aquarists to use a good phosphate... Read more»

Added Wednesday, April 29, 2009 in Freshwater Aquarium, Marine Aquarium
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Choosing Crystal Glass vs Float Glass Made Aquarium Tank

Choosing Crystal Glass vs Float Glass Made Aquarium Tank

When constructing an aquarium glass tank, the aquarium hobbyist may choose between two types of glass to make from: Float or Crystal Glass. Clear Float Glass is made of molten glass which flows through tweel to tin bath and then to lehr. While floating through the molten tin, the glass under the works of gravity and surface tension becomes smooth and flat on both sides. Ultra clear float glass/low iron glass is also named Crystal Clear Glass, for they have higher light transmittance (91%) and transparency. Can you note the difference between the two types of glasses laid side by side while viewed from the side of the glass panel? While Crystal Glass is crystal clear and nice to look at, it... Read more»

Added Friday, April 24, 2009 in Product News
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FnM Cubic Aquariums

FnM Cubic Aquariums

Introducing FnM Cubic, a high quality aquarium tank designed to offer optimum clarity and solar transmission values. It does not impede the colours of the fish and invertebrate stock within the aquarium. Aquarium frames are rid off to give a modern look. Strong but yet minimum amount of silicon is used for maximum clarity to give provide best visual view of the aquarium. FnM Cubic tanks are professionally handcrafted in Singapore using Normal, Float or Crystal Asahi Glass with full machine polished edges.  Comes in numerous sizes and custom built-to-order are also available. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "FnM Cubic Aquariums", url: "http://freshnmarine.com.sg/blog/new-this-week-fnm-cubic-aquariums/"... Read more»

Added Wednesday, April 22, 2009 in Featured Products
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Inside Practical Fishkeeping May 2009 Issue

Inside Practical Fishkeeping May 2009 Issue

The May 2009 issue of Practical Fishkeeping is on sale now. Focus on mbuna: Easy to keep, Malawi cichlids are fun fish that try to trick you into overfeeding them. Mary Bailey explains more. The incredible lake: When Jeremy Gay spent two weeks with the Marine Conservation Society in Sri Lanka he experienced his own unforgettable journey of discovery. Special cases: Although popular oddballs, dwarf puffers are finicky about diet and maintenance. They aren’t community fish either so set up an exclusive tank if you want some, warns Neale Monks. Your Tanks: We take an in-depth look at Glen Gardiner’s awesome reef set-up. Subscribe: Get a free Nutrafin Mini Master test kit and accessories... Read more»

Added Monday, April 20, 2009 in Magazines
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