biotope

Thanks to all who took advantage of our "popup" sale last week! Lot's of good deals were had! Ever heard of the term, "benthic", in reference to tropical fishes? This term refers to the ecological region at the lowest level of a body of water such as a stream, river or a lake, including...

If you're like us, you're always looking for new ideas- new environments to simulate, to stretch your creativity a bit. Today, we're going to take a brief glimpse at an aquatic environment that is just begging for your to replicate in the aquarium! A "morichal" is a lowland stream found in...

So I've decided to set up an Amazonian biotope, between 30-60 gallon. I am still in the dark on the lighting used for plants such as swords and some hairgrass.(that was a completely unexpected pun) What is the general rule for lighting, such as how many watts needed? And what would be a good...

Hi Fellow members, I just want to know of CCA is hoping to put out a fall issue for the Biotope newletter. I wasn't sure if the Biotope is stilll active and if they are still accepting article on fishy issues from members. I would like to submit an article and would like to know what the...

I'd like to get our fabulous newsletter up and running again. First, I will whittle it down to 4 pages to start. If we get participation, the page numbers will increase. The Biotope will be sent out electronically for your vewing pleasure. I need 3 articles on anything you want to write...

The latest Biotope is now available online. You can find it in the "members only" Section below.

What happened to Mays addition? Did I miss it?

Hi. Bobby and I were trying to schedule for our next CCA member profile. When do you need us to turn in words and photos?

Members, be on the look out for the latest Biotope. Thats right, I have just mailed the latest edition of the Biotope. This edition includes: 1) an article from our featured speaker in June: Tim Nurse. Diving Kambwimba 2) an article from our own nationally published member Bob Bock : A CCA...

For those who do not have access to the members only section, Marya is taking over the Biotope. Please send all articles to her. I know everyone here is into fish. How did you get started. Did your parents buy your first tank. Did your spouse have fish. We all have started some where...

Will be picked up from printer Tuesday and then mailed to current members. Thanks, Francine

I thought I would let everyone know what's happening concerning the Biotope. It has been agreed upon at the last board meeting that the Biotope would be printed as a benefit for members, by the members. Tracey Kelly and Bob Pilato have agreed to edit each issue. The Biotope schedule for...

Just wondering what the plan is?