Dynamic Aquaria

Author : Walter H. Adey,Karen Loveland
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080469102

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Dynamic Aquaria by Walter H. Adey,Karen Loveland Pdf

In its third edition, this praised book demonstrates how the living systems modeling of aquatic ecosystems for ecological, biological and physiological research, and ecosystem restoration can produce answers to very complex ecological questions. Dynamic Aquaria further offers an understanding developed in 25 years of living ecosystem modeling and discusses how this knowledge has produced methods of efficiently solving many environmental problems. Public education through this methodology is the additional key to the broader ecosystem understanding necessary to allow human society to pass through the next evolutionary bottleneck of our species. Living systems modeling as a wide spectrum educational tool can provide a primary vehicle for that essential step. This third editon covers the many technological and biological developments in the eight plus years since the second edition, providing updated technological advice and describing many new example aquarium environments. Includes 16 page color insert with 57 color plates and 25% new photographs Offers 300 figures and 75 tables New chapter on Biogeography Over 50% new research in various chapters Significant updates in chapters include: The understanding of coral reef function especially the relationship between photosynthesis and calcification The use of living system models to solve problems of biogeography and the geographic dispersal and interaction of species populations The development of new techniques for global scale restoration of water and atmosphere The development of new techniques for closed system, sustainable aquaculture

Author : Walter H. Adey
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-03-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780443154195

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Dynamic Aquaria by Walter H. Adey Pdf

Dynamic Aquaria: Building and Restoring Ecosystems and the Biosphere, Fourth Edition demonstrates how the living systems modeling of aquatic ecosystems for ecological, biological, physiological research, and ecosystem restoration produce answers to very complex ecological questions. The book describes unique characteristics of water that have allowed carbon chemistry to flourish and evolve life over 4 billion years, along with current disruptions such as global warming, overfishing, and chemical pollution. New content in this edition includes the use of LED lighting, DNA sequencing in microcosm construction and analysis, and the expansion of the bioengineered tool Algal Turf Scrubbing (ATS) to combat global pollution problems. The book also features new information on marine calcification, research microcosms, thermogeography, and methods of water movement for minimizing plankton loss. It supports a deeper biological and ecological intelligence among the human population to better understand the processes behind environmental issues. Offers the basic physical and chemical background necessary for understanding aquatic and marine ecosystems Expands available electro-mechanical tools for developing living system models Features new information on the biomimicry water control system, Algal Turf Scrubbing (ATS) Evidences how ecosystem modeling can contribute to the understanding of climate change

Author : Samantha Muka
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2022-12-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226824147

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Oceans under Glass by Samantha Muka Pdf

A welcome dive into the world of aquarium craft that offers much-needed knowledge about undersea environments. Atlantic coral is rapidly disappearing in the wild. To save the species, they will have to be reproduced quickly in captivity, and so for the last decade conservationists have been at work trying to preserve their lingering numbers and figure out how to rebuild once-thriving coral reefs from a few survivors. Captive environments, built in dedicated aquariums, offer some hope for these corals. This book examines these specialized tanks, charting the development of tank craft throughout the twentieth century to better understand how aquarium modeling has enhanced our knowledge of the marine environment. Aquariums are essential to the way we understand the ocean. Used to investigate an array of scientific questions, from animal behavior to cancer research and climate change, they are a crucial factor in the fight to mitigate the climate disaster already threatening our seas. To understand the historical development of this scientific tool and the groups that have contributed to our knowledge about the ocean, Samantha Muka takes up specialty systems—including photographic aquariums, kriesel tanks (for jellyfish), and hatching systems—to examine the creation of ocean simulations and their effect on our interactions with underwater life. Lively and engaging, Oceans under Glass offers a fresh history about how the aquarium has been used in modern marine biology and how integral it is to knowing the marine world.

Author : Ron L. Shimek
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2007-08-31
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470252758

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The Coral Reef Aquarium by Ron L. Shimek Pdf

The number of corals imported into the U.S. rose 249 percent between 1995 and 1996, an indication the coral reef hobby is booming. Concerned hobbyists have begun growing corals domestically so that people can enjoy reef tanks without destroying natural reefs. This book combines information on setting up and maintaining a reef, as well as ecological concerns.

Author : John H. Tullock
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470364888

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Bring Me Home! Saltwater Aquariums Make a Great Hobby by John H. Tullock Pdf

THE BOOK TO BRING HOME BEFORE YOU BRING HOME A SALTWATER AQUARIUM! This book is a great way to test the waters before you take the plunge. Saltwater aquariums are intriguing, mesmerizing, and relaxing. However, they do require a commitment of time and money. Are you up for the challenge? With this practical, hands-on guide, you'll know what to expect. You'll have information on choosing the aquarium, equipment, and fish; proper setup and maintenance; and more. Information and interactive features include: WORKSHEETS that help you make informed decisions QUESTIONS to help you determine if your family is ready for a saltwater aquarium CHARTS showing the time and money required for setting up and maintaining a 30-gallon tank or larger unit CHECKLISTS covering how to properly locate the aquarium, supplies needed, and more AIDS for creating a timetable and a stocking plan MAINTENANCE CHARTS to keep you organized RESOURCES to keep in a notebook with your maintenance logs, fish purchasing records, and more Bring Me Home! Saltwater Aquariums Make a Great Hobby covers feeding fish and invertebrates, common mistakes and how to avoid them, creating a reef habitat, and more. It's a reference you'll rely on again and again if you decide to dive into this rewarding hobby.

Author : Bob Goemans
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-09
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781644624388

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Freshwater and Marine Aquarium Filtration The Path Toward Camelot by Bob Goemans Pdf

Here's your missing aquarium owner's handbook: A guide from the beginning of aquarium keeping to that of an up-to-date review of aquarium filtration processes. Whether a beginner or expert, this must-have reference work is for both freshwater and marine aquarium owners. It is filled with a considerable amount of what has been learned over the past numerous decades about aquarium filtration processes (i.e., mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration). Then it applies its relevant

Author : John Todd
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781623172992

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Healing Earth by John Todd Pdf

A true pioneer and respected elder in ecological recovery and sustainability shares effective solutions he has designed and implemented. A stand-out from the sea of despairing messages about climate change, well-known sustainability elder John Todd, who has taught, mentored, and inspired such well-known names in the field as Janine Benyus, Bill McKibben, and Paul Hawken, chronicles the different ecological interventions he has created over the course of his career. Each chapter offers a workable engineering solution to an existing environmental problem: healing the aftermath of mountain-top removal and valley-fill coal mining in Appalachia, using windmills and injections of bacteria to restore the health of a polluted New England pond, working with community members in a South African village to protect an important river. A mix of both success stories and concrete suggestions for solutions to tackle as yet unresolved issues, Todd's narrative provides an important addition to the conversation about specific ways we can address the planetary crisis. Eighty-five color photos and images illustrate Todd's concepts. This is a refreshingly hopeful, proactive book and also a personal story that covers a known practitioner's groundbreaking career.

Author : Carmenza Duque,Edisson Tello Camacho
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789535139096

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Corals in a Changing World by Carmenza Duque,Edisson Tello Camacho Pdf

Corals comprise a wide variety of colonial marine invertebrates belonging to the Phylum Cnidaria. Their polyps form the most colorful, complete, and diverse communities on the Earth resembling underwater cities, commonly called coral reefs, which host a wide variety of invertebrates and fish species. They are highly productive ecosystems, contribute to the health of the biosphere, and offer a good number of economic and ecological services to coastal populations and to many people around the world. However, due to a diverse number of natural and anthropogenic stressors, corals have shown a severe decline over the past few decades. Being aware of the importance and relevance of the facts described, the book "Corals in a Changing World" offers new scientific information regarding the actual status and, in some cases, the resilience state of coral reef systems. Timely information is critical for managers and decision makers to implement sustainable management measures according to the ecological condition of coral reefs. In addition, the book also discusses the use of well-maintained coral microcosms to provide a good basis for performing experiments with natural fluctuations and to present studies dedicated to the coral diversity characterization and to their importance as a source of important biological compounds, which could be converted into industrial products.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1156 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Aquarium fishes
ISBN : UCSD:31822009187949

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Freshwater and Marine Aquarium by Anonim Pdf

Author : C. Reid Nichols,Robert G. Williams
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 641 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781438118819

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Encyclopedia of Marine Science by C. Reid Nichols,Robert G. Williams Pdf

Presents an illustrated, A-Z encyclopedia with more than 600 entries providing information on topics related to marine science.

Author : Catherine Hadfield,Leigh Clayton
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021-06-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781119259848

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Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine by Catherine Hadfield,Leigh Clayton Pdf

Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine Designed as a practical resource, Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine provides an evidence-based approach to the veterinary care of fish. This guide—written and edited by experts in the field—contains essential information on husbandry, diagnostics, and case management of bony and cartilaginous fish. This important resource: Provides clinically relevant information on topics such as anatomy, water quality, life-support systems, nutrition, behavioral training, clinical examination, clinical pathology, diagnostic imaging, necropsy techniques, anesthesia and analgesia, surgery, medical treatment, and transport Describes common presenting problems of fish, including possible differentials and practical approaches Reviews key information on non-infectious and infectious diseases of fish in a concise format that is easily accessible in a clinical setting Written for veterinarians, biologists, technicians, specialists, and students, Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine offers a comprehensive review of veterinary medicine of fish.

Author : Morgan S. Pratchett,Michael L. Berumen,B. G. Kapoor
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466582903

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Biology of Butterflyfishes by Morgan S. Pratchett,Michael L. Berumen,B. G. Kapoor Pdf

Butterflyfishes (family Chaetodontidae) are a highly conspicuous component of fish fauna on coral reefs throughout the world. In light of their strong dependence on coral, they are often regarded as the epitome of coral reef fishes. This volume examines the ecology and conservation of coral reef butterflyfishes. It provides important insights on th

Author : Patrick Kangas
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 744 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2003-09-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781135464189

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Ecological Engineering by Patrick Kangas Pdf

Less expensive and more environmentally appropriate than conventional engineering approaches, constructed ecosystems are a promising technology for environmental problem solving. Undergraduates, graduate students, and working professionals need an introductory text that details the biology and ecology of this rapidly developing discipline, known as

Author : Vladimir Novotny
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-01-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781119593690

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Integrated Sustainable Urban Water, Energy, and Solids Management by Vladimir Novotny Pdf

A guide for urban areas to achieve sustainability by recovering water, energy, and solids Integrated Sustainable Urban Water, Energy, and Solids Management presents an integrated and sustainable system of urban water, used (waste) water, and waste solids management that would save and protect water quality, recover energy and other resources from used water and waste solids including plastics, and minimize or eliminate the need for landfills. The author—a noted expert on the topic—explains how to accomplish sustainability with drainage infrastructures connected to receiving waters that protect or mimic nature and are resilient to natural and anthropogenic stresses, including extreme events. The book shows how to reduce emissions of greenhouse gasses to net zero level through water conservation, recycling, and generating blue and green energy from waste by emerging emission free technologies while simultaneously installing solar power on houses and wind power in communities. Water conservation and stormwater capture can provide good water quality for diverse applications from natural and reclaimed water to blue and green energy and other resources for use by present and future generations. This important book: Considers municipal solid waste as an ongoing source of energy and resources that will eliminate the need for landfills and can be processed along with used water Presents an integrated approach to urban sustainability Offers an approach for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by communities to net zero Written for students, urban planners, managers, and waste management professionals, Integrated Sustainable Urban Water, Energy, and Solids Management is a must-have guide for achieving sustainable integrated water, energy, and resource recovery in urban areas.

Author : Stephen Spotte
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1993-08-30
Category : Pets
ISBN : 047159489X

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Marine Aquarium Keeping by Stephen Spotte Pdf

The science and common sense behind creating an inexpensive,flourishing marine aquarium Marine Aquarium Keeping is the firstcomplete, step-by-step handbook to bring scientific perspective andinsight to the practical basics of assembling and successfullymaintaining a conventional marine aquarium. While minimizinggadgetry and underscoring a simple, commonsense regimen of looking,seeing, and understanding, author and marine biologist StephenSpotte offers logical, chapter-by-chapter guidance to every facetof the hobby--from choosing equipment and setting up an aquarium,to selecting healthy animals and maintaining a flourishingunderwater environment. Inside, readers will discover: * How to make a new aquarium suitable for sustaining life * How to select healthy animals from species demonstrating goodcaptive survival * The step-by-step basics of routine maintenance * How to easily meet the nutritional requirements of marineanimals * The key to disease prevention * The use of seawater and artificial seawaters * The living subgravel filter * Aquarium decorations as shelter spaces and as aestheticfeatures * The marine aquarium as a living community An extensive health and disease section offers detailed,easy-to-follow treatment regimens, several unique to this volume,for a variety of common diseases. Current controversies and popularmyths surrounding aquarium keeping, such as the benefits ofsupplemental light and the superiority of plastic filtrants, arealso examined. A wealth of black-and-white and color photographsthat strikingly depict marine animals in their natural habitatbring key facets of the text to life. Indispensable to the amateuraquarist who appreciates both the beauty and science of thisfascinating pastime, this newest edition of the popular classic isthe complete guide to successful, inexpensive marine aquariumkeeping.