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You are what you eat, Coral tunes and Tank Size Selection: How to upgrade or add to your collection. Jeremy grabbed up some gems and is really happy with his acquisitions. Peter is awaiting the arrival of a box from WWC and some amazing pieces from Rachel Fogel aka ReefWeeds tank and can't wait to get them in his system! All this and more on episode 130 of The Reef News Network! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 Greater Niagara - Canceled MACNA Phoenix Canceled RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando - Canceled AquaShella Dallas - Oct 32/Nov 1 Aquashella Chicago - Dec 5/6 RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Media Partners: Reefs.com: https://reefs.com/ Bahama Llama Coral: https://www.youtube.com/c/BahamaLlamaCoral Reef2Reef: www.reef2reef.com News: Peter- We are pleased to present Coral Morphologic 2, an album of nine records inspired by the corals' cosmic ability to synchronize their lives to Earth's daily rotation upon its axis, the Moon's monthly trip around Earth, and Earth's yearly orbit of the Sun. http://bit.ly/RNNnewsPeter130 Jeremy- To many humans, the popular proverb you are what you eat is a reminder of the benefits of healthy eating. For some sea anemones, however, it's actually quite literal. When starlet sea anemones eat more food, they sprout extra arms, according to a study published last week in Nature Communications. They are the first known species to grow entirely new limbs in response to consumption of food. These sea anemones show us that it is possible that nutrients are not converted into excess fat storage as it is the case in all mammals but instead transformed into a new body structure. http://bit.ly/RNNnewsJeremy130 Main Topic: Tank Size Selection: Upgrade or add to the collection Pt. 1 Where to start, upgrade, downsize or even add a new system. Big or Small? Let's talk tanks. While this topic is aimed at beginners, it should have something for everyone. It is always a fun topic to discuss and there are some great insights to the thought that can go into making a size selection. I took a look at our notes from the last time we talked about this all the way back in episodes 5 and 6 and boy have we progressed in our style and notes!!! Some of the info is the same and some has changed but, in any case, I thought this would be a great topic to go over again and see what's new. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Super Yacht, Newly discovered Coral and Anemone's Pt. 3 The Conclusion. Jeremy is back in the co-host chair, enjoying his tank and new fishy addition that was hinted about in his tank tour video. Peter is making a bit of progress on his sand bed and is going to be up to bat with a tank tour video of his own. All this and more on Episode 129 of The Reef News Network! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando - Canceled RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara - Canceled Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Reef2Reef: www.reef2reef.com News: Jeremy- New corals discovered in deep-sea study of Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. For the first time, scientists have viewed the deepest regions of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, discovered five undescribed species consisting of black corals and sponges, and recorded Australia's first observation of an extremely rare fish. http://bit.ly/RNNnewsJeremy129 Peter- Owners of a 197-foot superyacht will pay a hefty fine after damaging coral colonies in Hawaii's Kailua Bay in 2018, the state's Department of Land and Natural Resources announced this week. Owners of $41 million superyacht agree to pay $100,000 after dropping anchor and damaging coral reef in Hawaii. http://bit.ly/RNNnewsPeter129 Main Topic: The Anemone Episode Pt. 3 Last time we covered Anemone husbandry, acclimation, when to add them to a system and some tips and tricks. This week we will go over the dreaded pest anemones and how to deal with them, aquaculture and propagation, and add in our top 5 reasons RFA's and RBTA's are so popular. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

MACNA re-cap, The state of affairs for aquariums and zoos and Women in Reefing. Kat talks about planning the Celebrity Reef Battle event at MACNA. Hilary has a new collaboration with Marine Depot and discusses the future of her channel Waterlogged, all this and more on episode 128 of the Reef News Network! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ News: Hilary: Vancouver Aquarium will be closing its doors as of Sept. 7th, due to the pandemic. One way to help is https://www.saveyouraquarium.com/ which is an initiative by Piscene Energetics. Kat: Underwater art of epic proportions around BVI and 58,000 tons of rocks are being used to create an artificial reef off Palos Verdes Peninsula. The project will restore habitat that has been impacted by decades of landslides. Tip of the Week: Garden Hoses. Making your water changes easy peasy with the new Sicce Ultra Zero Utility pump. Main Topic: Virtual MACNA from this past weekend and the Women in Reefing event. What is WIR and some of the speakers that made the community event a great one. Kat & Hilary talk about Beth Firchaw and the Florida Reef Tract project, as well as Kim Koch and her passion for keeping Hawai's sustainable fisheries in business. They also talk about Lauren Jennings, the 2020-21 recipient of the MASNA scholarship award. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Mexico's Coral Protection Plan, 3D in the Reef, and You can find me in da Club! This week's episode features a special guest RNN's number one fan Blaine Boone, as we discuss the ins and outs of starting your own reef club and why we think you should, all this and more on episode 127 of the REEF NEWS NETWORK! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando Canceled RAP New York Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara Canceled Powered By: ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Reef2Reef: reef2reef.com Reefs.com: reefs.com News: Blaine Coral Carbonate is a research project that involves 3D printing with calcium carbonate to create sustainable underwater "houses" for coral reefs and marine life to grow. Developed by US design workshop Objects and Ideograms, the project is intended to facilitate the restoration of coral reefs one of the most vulnerable ecosystems on Earth. https://www.dezeen.com/2020/08/06/coral-carbonate-reef-skeletons-objects-ideograms/ Peter- In Quintana Roo, the reef is a crucial part of the local ecosystem and the local economy and both are in peril. Last year the state accounted for some $15 billion of the $25 billion that tourists spent in Mexico. Now it is facing massive pandemic-driven losses. As the region slowly emerges from the coronavirus lockdown, an innovative experiment is underway to safeguard the reef and the tourism industry it helps support: A 100-mile stretch of the Mesoamerican Reef is the world's first natural asset protected by an insurance policy. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/mexico-saving-coral-reef-hurricanes_n_5f3ee879c5b6305f32552b7c Main Topic- Starting your own Reef Club 1. Have a Vision- a plan or goal for your club 2. Figure out the type of club you want to run- Just a group of friends getting together or a fully organized club 3. Establish Bylaws/Articles of Incorporation- Bylaws serve as the operating manual of an organization and therefore set the rules for daily operation of the club. Bylaws are public documents and are to be made available for all to see. 4. Decide on when and where to host your Meetings- Decided how often you would like to host reef club meetings as well as the venue you would like to host at. 5. Paid or non-paid Memberships- Figure out if you want paid memberships and what to offer in order for the members to feel its worth it 6. How to you social media Use social media to expand your club and as an easy way to communicate with your members via FB and R2R 7. How to handle Membership Issues- Every club has its drama we address on how to deal with it We talk about a wide variety of things on this weeks episodes, and we hope that you find all this information helpful if you have been thinking about or have decided to start your own club. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Newly discovered corals, Robot polyps and Anem-Anem-Onee Anema-Anem-Onee Anemones Pt.2. Peter is on cruise control tank maintenance wise but has some new additions planned. Jeremy added fish to the big tank and is starting to see a bounce back from his dip. We also talk about our first admin team created content for YouTube a great tank tour style video. All this and more on Episode 126 of the Reef News Network! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando - Canceled RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara - Canceled Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Reef2Reef: www.reef2reef.com News: Jeremy- Corals in the Ocean are made up of coral polyps, a small soft creature with a stem and tentacles, they are responsible for nourishing the corals, and aid the coral's survival by generating self-made currents through motion of their soft bodies. Scientists from WMG at the University of Warwick, led by Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands, developed a 1cm by 1cm wireless artificial aquatic polyp, which can remove contaminants from water. Apart from cleaning, this soft robot could be also used in medical diagnostic devices by aiding in picking up and transporting specific cells for analysis. http://bit.ly/RNNnewsJeremy126 Peter- 30 New Deep-Sea Species Discovered Near The Galapagos A team of scientists have announced the discovery of 30 new invertebrate species collected on deep water expedition around the Galapagos National Park. The team discovered new corals and sponges, including ten bamboo corals, four octocorals, one brittle star, and eleven sponges, they even collected four new species of squat-lobsters. http://bit.ly/RNNnewsPeter126 Main Topic: The Anemone Episode Pt. 2 Last time we discussed some basics, anatomy, popular types found in the hobby and symbiosis. One of the many resources we tapped into for this episode was the late Bob Fenner's MACNA 2017 anemone presentation. What is amazing is that the success rate for many reefers keeping anemones has been on the incline for the years preceding this talk but have jumped to whole new levels since. Long term anemone keeping used to be a rarity but has become a much more common occurrence, with the distribution of quality information gains in success multiply quickly. Today we will go over parameters, timing, husbandry, pests and aquaculture/propagation. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Disaster Awareness, Collaboration is key and Amnemonemomne. That's okay kid don't hurt yourself, The Anemone Episode Pt.1. Jeremy is back on the mic and catches us up a bit on his tank and staycation. Peter talks a bit about his systems and the storm that caused us to miss a week all this and more on Episode 125 of The Reef News Network! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando - Canceled RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara - Canceled Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Reef2Reef: www.reef2reef.com News: Jeremy- The most successful and cost-effective ways to restore coral reefs have been identified by an international group of scientists, after analyzing restoration projects in Latin America. https://bit.ly/RNNnewsJeremy125 Peter- A Japanese cargo ship struck a reef off the coast of Mauritius more than two weeks ago and has now leaked more than 1,000 metric tons of oil into the pristine waters and unique ecosystems of the island nation. Mauritius has declared a state of environmental emergency, and the French government has sent technical support to assist with the disaster response. In addition, independently-organized local volunteers have been working to clean up and protect beaches with improvised materials. https://bit.ly/RNNnewsPeter125_2 Main Topic: The Anemone Episode Pt. 1 Big shout out to Loren C. who posted on the Reef News Nation page mentioning Anemones as a great topic idea back in the June, well we have finally gotten to it. This will be the first of a two-part topic. This week we will go over some of the basics of what they are, anatomy, some of the more popular types for aquaria and symbiosis found in and with the fascinating creatures. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Lab-Evolved Algae, Coral Reef Resilience a listener call and So you want to be a YouTuber, with special guest Remy! This week we sit down with the creator of Bahama Llama Coral YouTube channel to chat all about getting a channel started in 2020, in addition we have a great call from our listener Noah and Jeremy gets some R&R, all this and more on episode 124 of the REEF NEWS NETWORK! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando - Canceled RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara - Canceled Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Reef2Reef: reef2reef.com Corals.com: corals.com News: Remy- Rising ocean temperatures have devastated coral reefs all over the world, but a recent study has found that reefs in the Eastern Tropical Pacific region may prove to be an exception. https://bit.ly/RNNnewsREMY125 Peter - For the third time in 5 years, an underwater heat wave has turned vast stretches of coral on Australia's Great Barrier Reef ghostly white, a desperate survival strategy that is often a prelude to coral death. Now, scientists there have taken a small step toward helping coral survive in a warmer world. For the first time, researchers have grown algae in a lab that can reduce coral bleaching, as it's known. The results are a notable advance in the growing field of assisted evolution, in which scientists are working to alter coral genetics to help them endure hotter water. https://bit.ly/RNNnewsPeter125 Main Topic: Starting a YouTube Channel? Here's some things you'll need: 1. Camera (doesn't have to be anything fancy - Could be your phone!) 2. Tripod 3. Color Correcting Lens (Clip on orange filter...Polyp Lab, Orphek, Coralvue) 4. Mic, Remy's choice - Rode Lavelier mic for iPhone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EO4A7L0/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_ieDiFb1M0MWVA The 3 Levels of YouTubers we talked about today: 1. The Documenter - you're doing this YouTube Channel for you. You want to see your reef grow over time. This could be public or private. 2. The Presenter - you may want input from commenters, you may want to show things off and get feedback. Sharing your experience. 3. The Content Creator/Influencer - You're writing outlines, researching, making a video with the audience in mind. Consistently posting. Sustain your hobby with extra income. Some Tips from Remy's experience: -JUST DO IT. (I delayed for months and months...just do it!) -Have thick skin. Trolls await. It's inevitable, they will hurt your feelings. Focus on those that connect with you rather than the people who contribute negativity to the conversation. -Get a little better with each upload. Subscribe - http://www.youtube.com/BahamaLlamaCoral Follow - http://www.instagram.com/BahamaLlamaCoral Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Noah asks what should he 3D print with access to a printing lab at school? Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled MACNA: Phoenix Rising Online event August 28-30 RAP California Canceled RAP Orlando - Canceled RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara - Canceled Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ Main Topic: This week due to a last-minute speaker cancelation we decided to try out the Reef Keepers Round-table! RKR will become a monthly addition to the normal RNN and bring together a panel of industry experts, RNN admins, and hobbyists from around the world to discuss and debate current topics pertaining to our industry. Check it out and let us know what you think! Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Phoenix rising, Listener calls and A Reef Tank Preppers Guide: 201. This week Jeremy is trying to regain balance in his system to avoid any frag losses but seeing some great color and growth on other specimens, Peter is making headway and seeing great Zoa and Leather growth in his system. All this and more on episode 123 of the Reef News Network! RNN Listener Coupon Codes: Marine Depot 10% off your order REEFNEWS Reef Kinetics - $50 off ReefBot RKLOVESRNN Show Watch 2020 MACNA Phoenix Canceled MACNA: Phoenix Rising Online event August 28-30 RAP California August 15/16 RAP Orlando - Sept 26/27 *New Venue Caribe Royale Orlando RAP New York - Dec 12/13 Greater Niagara - Canceled Powered By: Fritz Aquatics: www.fritzaquatics.com ReefBreeders: www.reefbreeders.com Sicce: www.sicce.com/en/ News: Jeremy: MACNA 2020 Online: Pheonix Rising: MACNA 2020 Online Tickets include access to the nine speakers, two workshops, panel discussion, and evening awards / recognition ceremony. Speakers include Dr. Ben Titus, Colin Foord, Dr. Sanjay Yoshi, Dr. Liz Marchio, Dr. Greg Lewbart, Mark Callahan, Frank Oliaro, Dr. Andrew Rhyne and Richard Ross. Additional free events include community virtual meet-ups organized and run by members of our community, and a general Saturday night social! Listener Calls: Big T- Questions about Royal Gramma Salmon Ella Asks our suggestions for a fully captive-bred system. Main Topic: In an episode a while back we talked about powering up before the power is out, we will go over some of that again as storm season approaches but our focus will be great tips on being prepared for any of the ups and downs of keeping a tank including those emergencies. Simple changes in season and temperature can cause unwanted swings (we like to avoid swings). We will also be going over some general tips to avoid loss of livestock during the unexpected by having a plan to get beyond these events and more in-depth details on how to get back on track. Outro: Please like our Facebook and Instagram pages as well as subscribe to the Podcast Reef News Network: www.reefnewsnetwork.com Reef News Road Trip: https://bit.ly/2LZfoKd . Instagram: ReefNewsNetwork Hashtags to follow #ReefNewsNetwork , #RNN , #RNNnation Listener Calls: Go to: www.reefnewsnetwork.com click the tab on the right side of the page to leave us a voicemail. Reviews/Ratings: Reviews and Ratings help us reach new heights and continue to produce quality content, let us know how we are doing.

Due to a technical issue, this week we bring you the audio recap of our Happy Hour with CoralVue. This was a great conversation about the current state of affairs and how import supporting your LFS is.