WDLV
Skunk Hybrid Freak
I'm pleased to have the opportunity to present my Philippine reef project on Earth Day. A day where we are all (hopefully) thinking about sustainability.
The objective of this new 180 gallon display system is to outline a captive version of what a decimated Philippine reef can become. Those of you who know me, know me as an avid collector of clownfishes; particularly skunk hybrids.
This system's focus is two fold. One is to provide as region-specific an environment as possible. The other is to bring attention to one of the most decimated reef systems in the world and show what aquaculture and sustainable practices could do for such a reef system. Obviously, I cannot provide large predatory species or even small predators in a community display but I do hope that over time I can show the general progression that would take place on Philippine reefs if aquaculture and sustainable practices are implemented.
The system as it appears now is in a similar state to the most decimated reefs of that region. There is some solid structure existing as well as a lot of dead coral rubble.
The materials used in this system were bought used from other reefkeepers, reused from my previous systems, recycled (in the case of baserock) or hand fabricated ("aragocrete") wherever possible. As new electro-mechanical components are required, I will replace them with more environmentally friendly alternatives.
FTS
Little closer.
Closer still.
Early inhabitants.
A couple of the centerpiece species.
My favorite view on any tank.
Fish Room.
The objective of this new 180 gallon display system is to outline a captive version of what a decimated Philippine reef can become. Those of you who know me, know me as an avid collector of clownfishes; particularly skunk hybrids.
This system's focus is two fold. One is to provide as region-specific an environment as possible. The other is to bring attention to one of the most decimated reef systems in the world and show what aquaculture and sustainable practices could do for such a reef system. Obviously, I cannot provide large predatory species or even small predators in a community display but I do hope that over time I can show the general progression that would take place on Philippine reefs if aquaculture and sustainable practices are implemented.
The system as it appears now is in a similar state to the most decimated reefs of that region. There is some solid structure existing as well as a lot of dead coral rubble.
The materials used in this system were bought used from other reefkeepers, reused from my previous systems, recycled (in the case of baserock) or hand fabricated ("aragocrete") wherever possible. As new electro-mechanical components are required, I will replace them with more environmentally friendly alternatives.
FTS
Little closer.
Closer still.
Early inhabitants.
A couple of the centerpiece species.
My favorite view on any tank.
Fish Room.
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