Boesemans Rainbowfish
May 31, 2007 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
The Boeseman’s Rainbowfish is a relatively new addition to the hobby and has become sensationally popular due to its almost unreal coloration!
Looking at a mature male Boeseman’s Rainbowfish makes it easy to see why they are called rainbowfish. Its coloration in a pet store is usually a dull steel gray and hardly seems worth purchasing. But a serious and patient aquarist can bring out unforgettable colors. The secret to good colors is to buy quality specimens, feed a varied diet, and above all keep up with frequent water changes and maintenance.
Boeseman’s Rainbowfish
"Be patient and I’ll give you a rainbow!"
5/20/2007
Jack the Cat
Here’s what Ellice says about Jack:
“Jack loves to give and get kisses…if I tell him give mama kisses he bows his head, LOL. He plays fetch and talks to me or anyone who listens. When someone comes to the door he meows to let me know that we have visitors. He is the kindest, most gentle cat I have ever owned… well actually he owns me!!!”
Jack
"The kindest, most gentle cat"
5/27/2007
Whales, Hippos, Hammerhead Shark
May 29, 2007 by drjungle
Filed under Animal News, Catch All
Scientists Inject Wayward Whales With Antibiotics: “Scientists have injected a stranded mother whale and her calf with antibiotics to ward off infection in deep wounds that have worsened from exposure to fresh water.
Puddles The Hippo Dies At 44 At SF Zoo: “The San Francisco Zoo said goodbye to a long time resident Friday after health complications with Puddles the hippopotamus forced officials to end the life of the 44-year-old father of 16.
Shipwreck Treasure’s Fate a Toss-Up, Experts Say: “ A company that has hauled up possibly 500 million U.S. dollars in colonial-era coins refuses to reveal the source of the treasure, despite the potential of a Spanish lawsuit.
Video: Weird Life-Forms in Extreme Yellowstone: “ Summer travel season starts this weekend, and what better time to take a closer look at this vacation mecca? And we do mean closer.
Hammerhead Shark Gave “Virgin Birth” in Omaha Zoo: “ New DNA evidence shows that a baby bonnethead shark born in a Nebraska zoo was the product of “virgin birth,” the first time the phenomenon has been confirmed in a shark.
Week in Photos: White Lion Cubs, Violence in Lebanon, New Color-Changing Frog, More: “ An orangutan rampaged at a zoo already infamous for a croc attack, Mars came into sharp focus, rare white lions roared into the spotlight, and more.
Banded Rainbowfish, Stunning Colors!
May 27, 2007 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
A stunning fish, the Banded Rainbowfish is one of the brightest colored fish in its family.
The Banded Rainbowfish is a brilliant little river fish from Australia that is dressed from tip to tail in bold colors. This fish comes in upwards of 30 varieties, each with as beautiful a pattern as the next. A planted tank is an excellent way to showcase your beautiful specimens. With frequent water changes and the company of the opposite sex, males will show their intense colors off best. A school of these lively but peaceful fish will certainly brighten up a large show aquarium.
Banded Rainbowfish
"Looking for color and splash?…you’ve found it!"
5/20/2007
Blue Front Amazon, Lollipop
Here’s what David says about Lollipop:
“Lolli will sit on the edge of her cage while the family sits and eats dinner and will yell ‘HELLO’ until someone gives her a little of what we are eating. Lolli will also get off her cage and sit on the desk and look out the window and squack at anything that drives by.”
Lollipop
"Passion for peanuts!"
5/12/2007
Track the Whales
May 23, 2007 by drjungle
Filed under Animal News, Catch All
Boat Flotilla Tries Again To Herd Delta Whales: “Two wayward humpback whales wandering the Sacramento Delta have been spotted again Wednesday morning, approximately four miles north of the Rio Vista bridge.
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Video: Catching Mountain Lions in Colorado: “ Watch as researchers use bags, tags, darts, and specially trained hounds to catch and release the elusive big cats as part of a ten-year population study.
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Week in Photos: Koala Twins, Rare Softshell Turtle, Solar Power Park, More: “ The first captive koala twins since 1960 reared their fuzzy heads, rare turtles broke the surface, security guards got “x-ray specs,” and more.
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Nemo’s Secret: Clownfish Use “Snappy” Trick to Make Weird Sounds: “ Movie magic gave a human voice to the hero of Finding Nemo. Now scientists have figured out how real-life clownfish “chirp” and “pop” to woo mates and ward off enemies.
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Tigger, Jackrussel Terrier/ Malteese
Here’s what Courtney says about Tigger:
“She loves to run and play, she has never met a stranger, and she thinks everyone loves her as much as we do. Her favorite food is hot dogs and she loves powerade slushes from sonic. She likes to sleep under the blankets and her favorite toy is her stuffed bunny. she likes to dress up and go out, she wears newborn sized baby dipars with a hole for her tail cut out”
Tigger
"Fun, food and Fashion, …Tigger style!"
5/12/2007
Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami
May 21, 2007 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
The pretty Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami is an attractive and hardy fish, enjoyed by both the beginner and the advanced aquarist!
The Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami is a color-morph of the Dwarf Gourami. sporting primarily blue color overall with very diminished vertical striping. Other than its coloration the Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami is the same fish as a Dwarf Gourami. Not only are they hardy but they stay fairly small, reaching only about 2 inches. Being a peaceful fish makes them a good addition to a community tank but they can be a little timid, especially if housed with fish that pester them.
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Powder Blue Dwarf Gourami
"Want a gourami?…Pick me!"
5/10/2007
Frank and Weezie, What a Combo
Dr. Jungle says… “A cute ferret is one thing… a cute cat is another… but when ya put them all together ya get ‘WAY Too CUTE ta be true’. It’s like out there in the stratosphere or somethin”
“Frank was a kitten when we adopted him from a wood pile, she is 5. Weezie is our little baby who loves Frank.”
Frank and Weezie
"Best Buddies!"
5/12/2007
Discus Fish, Flo
May 17, 2007 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Cute Pets, Freshwater fish
Here’s what Michelle says about Flo:
“She likes to watch her reflection.”
Dr. Jungle says… “Flo takes stylin skills to all new heights, her outfit matches her castle!”
Flo
"Queen of Everything "
5/06/2007
