This is Michael Reef Systems Inc. Aquarist at Bass Pro Shops store # 51. About two months ago I arranged for a young man 14 years old to spend his Birthday at Bass Pro Shops. I talked to Bob the manager at the store and he set up a great […]
Michael, a Reef System Aquarist, at Bass Pro Shops was able to meet and talk to Ronald Lee Ermey (Gunny), the star of Mail Call. He was signing autographs and SOG knives at the store. He has a new book out “Gunny’s Rules: How to Get Squared Away Like a Marine”.
Quick Facts :: Volitan Lionfish Care Level: Easy Temperament: Semi-aggressive Maximum Size: 15″ Minimum Tank Size: 15 Gallons Reef Compatible: Yes Water Conditions: 72-80° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 Diet: Carnivore Origin: Indo-Pacific Family: Scorpaenidae Species: Lionfish Aquarium Type: Predatory Volitan Lionfish are an impressive species that are the […]
Here is a remodeled tank that we did in Newport Beach, California. We added new décor for the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday.
Michael Okada the Reef Systems Aquarist at Bass Pro Shops Rancho Cucamonga was able to meet Rusty Brown. Rusty Brown is a professional Bass fisherman located in Southern California with over 15 years of tournament competition under his belt, including winning the 2013 Won Bass US Open. Rusty offers professional guide fishing services […]
Quick Facts :: Pictus Catfish Care Level: Easy Temperament: Peaceful Maximum Size: 10″ Minimum Tank Size: 75 Gallons Water Conditions: 75-81° F, pH 7.0-7.5 Diet: Omnivore Origin: South America Family: Pimelodidae Species: Catfish Aquarium Type: Community The Pictus cat is a most popular member of the large Pimelodidae family of catfish that […]
Q: Do you know where the world’s largest aquarium is located? A: Atlanta, Georgia. The Georgia Aquarium houses 120,000 animals, representing 500 species, in 8.5 million US gallons (32,000 m3) of marine and fresh water; it was the world’s largest aquarium when it opened in 2005. Businessman Bernard Marcus credits his 60th birthday dinner, held at […]
Quick Facts :: Clown Triggerfish Care Level: Easy Temperament: Aggressive Maximum Size: 20″ Minimum Tank Size: 240 Gallons Reef Compatible: No Water Conditions: 72-80° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.020-1.025 Diet: Carnivore Origin: Indo-Pacific Family: Balistidae Species: Triggerfish Aquarium Type: Fish Only The Clown Triggerfish are one of the most aggressive […]
Quick Facts :: Tinfoil Barb Care Level: Easy Temperament: Peaceful Maximum Size: 14″ Minimum Tank Size: 70 Gallons Water Conditions: 74-82° F, KH 4-10, pH 6.0-7.5 Diet: Omnivore Origin: Southeast Asia Family: Cyprinidae Species: Barbs Aquarium Type: Community The Tinfoil Barb (Barbonymus schwanenfeldii) originates from the larger rivers and surrounding floodplains of […]
Look who stopped in for a visit, the Barter Kings (A&E) – Antonio Palazzola & Steve McHugh. Our very own Michael is the guy in the middle, just in case you were wondering. Look forward to seeing you at Bass Pro Shops in Rancho Cucamonga.
