In this three hour seminar, we will cover the basics of setting up a home aquarium that will maintain your desired species of interest, how larger systems including research labs and public aquariums work, and what goes in between for the dedicated hobbyist. While this class is primarily aimed at establishing your first serious tank, we will also address advanced topics including coral propagation, spawning and raising of larvae, and collection of fish from the wild. At the end of the seminar, participants will be presented with several tank designs appropriate to different spaces and budgets, and participants will have the opportunity to discuss project ideas of their own. You already know that the ocean is a wonderful place- we’ll teach you how to bring some of it into your home!
Email jlyons3@umassd.edu for Registration info.