News & Notes

VIDEO: Antique Uranium Ruba Rombic Fish Bowls

In the latest newsletter from The Museum of Aquarium and Pet History, Gary Bagnall presents a fascinating look at a spectacular rarity from a bygone era

08 Mar 4:05 PM 0 Read More...

Remembering Ray “Kingfish” Lucas, 1947-2023

When you meet certain people, they make an impression on you, and you remember them long after the introduction. Ray “Kingfish” Lucas was one of those people.

08 Mar 1:23 PM 0 Read More...

Proposed CITES I Listing for Zebra Plecos Avoided; Species Listed on Appendix II During Last Minute Vote at CoP19

In the very last days of the 2022 CITES CoP, Brazil proposed listing Hypancistrus zebra, the Zebra Pleco, under Appendix II. This amendment was accepted and passed, meaning the Zebra Pleco will now be subject to international trade restrictions.

27 Feb 4:11 PM 2 Read More...

Comprehensive CITES Coral ID Guide Now Available

Indonesia is the world’s largest exporter of live coral, and stony corals are one of the most traded CITES-listed marine animals globally, A new coral identification addresses the need for a visual resource to differentiate stony corals originating from a wild-collected or mariculture source. The 147-page full-color guide is a deep dive into what custom officials should be looking for when they inspect CITES corals consignments to help them identify illegal imports, and includes detailed images and descriptions of 55 stony coral genera.

23 Nov 12:20 PM 0 Read More...

OATA Addresses CITES Marine Ornamental Fish Proposal

On the agenda for CITES COP19 meeting yesterday (November 16) was an update on its proposal to examine the conservation of and trade in marine ornamental fish. This is a far-reaching proposal which could have a big effect on our industry.

17 Nov 1:31 PM 1 Read More...