Sentences with phrase «of public aquariums»

In 2011, Georgia Aquarium became involved in the SECORE Foundation (SExual COral Reproduction), a non-profit initiative of public aquariums and coral scientists that harnesses the power of the coral's own spawning behavior to supplement natural populations with laboratory - reared baby corals.

Among the most anticipated will be a behind - the - scenes look at the world of public aquariums delivered by keynote speaker Jeff Gibula, zoological operations manager at the Newport Aquarium, in Newport, Ky., who is presenting in partnership with Chicago's Shedd Aquarium.

Much that is contained within these earlier useful and well - produced works is elaborated upon in this new offering, which is designed mainly for managers of public aquaria and, to a lesser extent, general aquaculturists.

I'm hoping this will be a game with truly emergent gameplay, where you'll only discover the best strategies after becoming familiar with the quirks of the public aquarium industry.

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Such behavior includes, but is not limited to, attempting to enter the building with prohibited items listed above; smoking; offensive or disorderly conduct; throwing any object; entering or attempting to enter pools or exhibits; failure to follow the instructions of aquarium personnel; actions that might harm or endanger others; and any other conduct that is deemed inappropriate in a public setting.

The Auxiliary Board's mission is «to support Shedd Aquarium and its Board of Trustees by actively developing new sources of support and increasing public awareness of the aquarium's exhibits, research, conservation and education programs.»

Last year, Shedd Aquarium announced its commitment to helping reduce the public's use of single - use plastics as a founder of the Aquarium Conservation Project, a coalition made up of 19 accredited aquariums across the United States banning together to tackle the problem on a national scale.

People looking to get rid of their aquarium fishes, says U.S.G.S. biologist Pam Fuller, should consider returning them to the local pet shop, giving them to another hobbyist or donating them to a public aquarium, school or hospital.

By imaging and collecting specimens in the island waters, and conducting supplementary studies at public aquariums after hours, researchers identified more than 180 species of biofluorescent fishes, including species - specific emission patterns among close relatives.

By using tanks, both in his studio in Los Angeles and at public aquariums, he could create images which capture the ethereal and otherworldly nature of marine life.

Both of the endangered species, and 14 of the 19 vulnerable species appear on the roster of species in public aquariums [22](Table 2).

The 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid will make its first public appearance at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, Calif., as part of the aquarium's Earth Day weekend celebrations on April 23 - 24.

The symposium is designed for aquarist from the trade, public, education and hobby community and will offer an advanced - level agenda on aquarium science, which includes training on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of fish diseases.

Bringing the public's attention to the wonders of the fish - keeping hobby is just one of the ways that the stars of television's Tanked are helping to support the aquarium trade.

With the release of the new movie Finding Dory, the pet industry has an opportunity to educate the public on fish keeping, environmental stewardship and the need to protect the aquarium hobby.

The standards provide verification of good practices at deserving zoos and aquariums, and long - overdue assurances that the public can support them in good conscience, as those of us who love animals seek to enjoy and preserve the rich web of life essential to the survival of Mankind — and all the creatures of the Earth.

Specifically, this program will train candidates to integrate expertise in aquatic animal medicine into the broader fields of animal, human, and ecosystem health, through experiences from aquaculture, fisheries, public aquaria, companion animal medicine, academia, and research.

Humane Canada is working to prevent the capture of these animals for exhibition in aquaria and similar public displays;

Bulbs of up to 1,200 watts were being employed to deliver enough light in deep display tanks, and they are still in use today but almost exclusively in public aquaria across the world.

As you will read in this month's cover story, pet stores that are heavily involved in the aquatics category today are facing unprecedented challenges, including reduced interest in aquarium keeping among the electronics - obsessed public and ongoing pressure from a U.S. economy that can not seem to fully escape the impact of recessionary forces.

However, the stunning aquarium designs that are regularly featured on Tanked have gone a long way in capturing the imagination of the viewing public — hopefully, helping to turn the tide for the hobby.

I was pleased to see a dramatic increase of awareness of the need to change the industry and improve communication between higher education, public aquariums and the aquarium industry.

Dion also frequently collaborates with museums of natural history, aquariums, zoos and other institutions mandated to produce public knowledge on the topic of nature.

John Ball Zoo has over 1,000 animals as well as an on - site aquarium and children's area.1 In terms of educational attractions, the Public Museum of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are two of several in the city, with the first containing historical and natural exhibitions as well as a carousel from the late 1920s, while the second provides hands - on exhibits for children to engage in and explore.

Located on the Gulf of Mexico near Mobile, this town is the home to the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, which boasts a public aquarium as well as research programs that students from the 22 four - year colleges in Alabama can attend.