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Marine Livestock Product Information
Marine Livestock Ordering Information
Articles and Special Presentations
Reference and Miscellaneous
Marine Livestock Ordering Information
We like our customers to be educated about the ordering process, so we've tried out best to give as much information as we can without boring you to tears! In this category, you can find out how our products are shipped, what happens after you place your order, and what you can expect when your order is on its way to you. There is also a little background information about us, an ordering information and shipping estimates page, a shopping cart for ordering live rock on-line, as well as other information.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Describes what you can expect when you have
a shipment on the way to you, with an overview
of the entire shipping process.
ORDERING LIVE ROCK
Pricing and ordering capability with secure
shopping cart are presented on this page.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Information page for ordering which also includes
links to shipping information pages, our company
information, contact information, etc.
SHIPPING RATES
Estimated shipping rates for various destinations
and airlines to give you an idea of what freight
costs will be.
ABOUT US
A brief overview of our company history and values.
CUSTOMER SERVICE CORNER
TRACKING YOUR SHIPMENT
Airline website links, as well as some
information on how to pick up your shipment.
ROCK WEIGHTS
This page describes methods used by the airlines to arrive at the shipping weights and why there are often differences between the actual weight of a shipment and the chargeable weight on airline paperwork.
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Articles and Special Presentations
These pages are from our little "bookshelf" of articles ... from how to acclimate saltwater fish, to learning more about how the tropical fish industry works. Our Cultural Page takes you to websites where you can learn more about the places where reefs are found. And, you can also find some interesting photo pages.
Articles
ACCLIMATING CORALS
Proper handling of corals introducted into
your marine aquarium is discussed
ACCLIMATING YOUR FISH AT HOME
What to do once you get your fish
home from your local fish store
AQUASCAPES
Design ideas for arranging live rock
BEWARE: PHOTO PIRATES
Points out that some Internet sites
selling aquarium livestock may
be using other companies' images.
CITES PERMITS
Discusses CITES (Convention on International
Trade in Endangered Species) permits
CLARIONS AND LEOPARDS - Leave it in the Sea
Why endangered fish should not be collected and how reef hobbyists can help by lessening the demand and by realizing that it is our responsibility to research animals before we attempt to keep them.
$15.00 A BOX
Questions the practices that are used in the handling of saltwater fish during transit and why it's important to acclimate your fish slowly.
FISH STAMPS
Features postage stamps with fish
FREE INVERTEBRATE FOOD
How to use organics found in your
system to feed your corals
FREE SHIPPING?
This article points out that there is more to
purchasing live rock than free shipping.
HYPER-SALINITY
The value of hyper-saline bath treatments is questioned.
MAKING A WATER FILTER
Learn how to construct an effective water filter
in order to make filtered water for your aquarium.
MARINE MAMMALS -
AIN’T NO BOX BIG ENOUGH!
Article on marine mammals and how understanding
natural marine environments helps one to be a better
marine aquarist. Includes photos of marine mammals.
SALINITY
Salinity levels for the marine aquarium are discussed
TEMPERATURES
Temperatures of the marine aquarium is discussed
WHAT IS BOAT ROCK?
You may have heard this term around and wondered
what it meant. This article shines some light on
some of the transport practices used in bringing
live rock from Pacific islands to the mainland.
HOW TO SPOT A SPOOF
Sample of a fraudulent e-mail
Special Presentations
POLYPS
Features information and photos of polyps.
LEATHERS and SOFT CORALS
Features information and photos of leathers and soft corals.
MUSHROOMS
Features information and photos of mushrooms.
FIJI ACROPORA PHOTOS
TONGA CORAL PHOTOS
CULTURAL INFORMATION
Lots of interesting information on this page
if you are interested in learning more about
the culture, history, geology, location, and
natural history of the countries that export
live rock and corals.
VANUATU
Photos of some gorgeous acropora and fish from Vanuatu
RECOMMENDED READING
OUR EARTH PAGE
Resourceful and educational links pertaining to our planet, with tips on how to be a more earth-friendly citizen.
THE THREAD
An online "play" with lots of information about keeping live rock.
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Reference and Miscellaneous
These pages are full of resources if you are interested in finding out more about natural reef systems, oceanography, marine ecology, geography of the South Pacific and Indo-Pacific, and more!
CORAL PHOTOS & IDENTIFICATION PAGES
MAPS AND INFORMATION
SOUTH PACIFIC AND INDO-PACIFIC
INFORMATIVE LINKS
WHERE IZZAT FISH ’N’ CORAL FROM?
Additional Resources
AQUARIUM AND REEFKEEPING BOOKS
A variety of books on keeping fish and corals.
livestockusa.org
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Marine Livestock Product Information
Marine Livestock Ordering Information
Articles and Special Presentations
Reference and Miscellaneous
Marine Livestock Product Information
There are several pages pertaining to our live rock and corals. This category consists of an overview of live rock, photos, pricing, a live rock FAQ, customer feedback comments page, and a photo gallery comparison page which shows the different live rock shapes and characteristics. There is also information about corals, with printable lists available, as well as a corals indentification section for reference.
LIVEROCK OVERVIEW
A brief introduction of live rock for marine aquariums, describing some of the differences in various live rock types, plus some advice for caring for live rock.
CURING LIVE ROCK
The basics, plus a little beyond, are described here to ensure that you know how to care for your live rock once you get it home.
LIVE ROCK PHOTOS & PRICING
Photos of our live rock are shown here,
as well as ordering information.
DRY LIMESTONE BASE ROCK
High-calcium content pure limestone dry
base rock from an ancient reef.
CORALS INFORMATION
Describes how you can order corals directly from Indonesia,
Tonga, Bali, Fiji, and other places of origin by the box-lot.
Provides information on our ordering process, as well as
links to the lists of types of corals available.
ACROPORA SALE
Information on how to obtain "World Class" acropora,
both cultured and wild.
Additional Information ...
CUSTOMER COMMENTS
Some of our customer feedback is shared on this page for your reference.
LIVE ROCK FAQ
An assortment of common questions are answered.
Back to Top
There are several pages pertaining to our live rock and corals. This category consists of an overview of live rock, photos, pricing, a live rock FAQ, customer feedback comments page, and a photo gallery comparison page which shows the different live rock shapes and characteristics. There is also information about corals, with printable lists available, as well as a corals indentification section for reference.
LIVEROCK OVERVIEW
A brief introduction of live rock for marine aquariums, describing some of the differences in various live rock types, plus some advice for caring for live rock.
CURING LIVE ROCK
The basics, plus a little beyond, are described here to ensure that you know how to care for your live rock once you get it home.
LIVE ROCK PHOTOS & PRICING
Photos of our live rock are shown here,
as well as ordering information.
DRY LIMESTONE BASE ROCK
High-calcium content pure limestone dry
base rock from an ancient reef.
CORALS INFORMATION
Describes how you can order corals directly from Indonesia,
Tonga, Bali, Fiji, and other places of origin by the box-lot.
Provides information on our ordering process, as well as
links to the lists of types of corals available.
ACROPORA SALE
Information on how to obtain "World Class" acropora,
both cultured and wild.
Additional Information ...
CUSTOMER COMMENTS
Some of our customer feedback is shared on this page for your reference.
LIVE ROCK FAQ
An assortment of common questions are answered.
Back to Top
Marine Livestock Ordering Information
We like our customers to be educated about the ordering process, so we've tried out best to give as much information as we can without boring you to tears! In this category, you can find out how our products are shipped, what happens after you place your order, and what you can expect when your order is on its way to you. There is also a little background information about us, an ordering information and shipping estimates page, a shopping cart for ordering live rock on-line, as well as other information.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Describes what you can expect when you have
a shipment on the way to you, with an overview
of the entire shipping process.
ORDERING LIVE ROCK
Pricing and ordering capability with secure
shopping cart are presented on this page.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Information page for ordering which also includes
links to shipping information pages, our company
information, contact information, etc.
SHIPPING RATES
Estimated shipping rates for various destinations
and airlines to give you an idea of what freight
costs will be.
ABOUT US
A brief overview of our company history and values.
CUSTOMER SERVICE CORNER
TRACKING YOUR SHIPMENT
Airline website links, as well as some
information on how to pick up your shipment.
ROCK WEIGHTS
This page describes methods used by the airlines to arrive at the shipping weights and why there are often differences between the actual weight of a shipment and the chargeable weight on airline paperwork.
Back to Top
Articles and Special Presentations
These pages are from our little "bookshelf" of articles ... from how to acclimate saltwater fish, to learning more about how the tropical fish industry works. Our Cultural Page takes you to websites where you can learn more about the places where reefs are found. And, you can also find some interesting photo pages.
Articles
ACCLIMATING CORALS
Proper handling of corals introducted into
your marine aquarium is discussed
ACCLIMATING YOUR FISH AT HOME
What to do once you get your fish
home from your local fish store
AQUASCAPES
Design ideas for arranging live rock
BEWARE: PHOTO PIRATES
Points out that some Internet sites
selling aquarium livestock may
be using other companies' images.
CITES PERMITS
Discusses CITES (Convention on International
Trade in Endangered Species) permits
CLARIONS AND LEOPARDS - Leave it in the Sea
Why endangered fish should not be collected and how reef hobbyists can help by lessening the demand and by realizing that it is our responsibility to research animals before we attempt to keep them.
$15.00 A BOX
Questions the practices that are used in the handling of saltwater fish during transit and why it's important to acclimate your fish slowly.
FISH STAMPS
Features postage stamps with fish
FREE INVERTEBRATE FOOD
How to use organics found in your
system to feed your corals
FREE SHIPPING?
This article points out that there is more to
purchasing live rock than free shipping.
HYPER-SALINITY
The value of hyper-saline bath treatments is questioned.
MAKING A WATER FILTER
Learn how to construct an effective water filter
in order to make filtered water for your aquarium.
MARINE MAMMALS -
AIN’T NO BOX BIG ENOUGH!
Article on marine mammals and how understanding
natural marine environments helps one to be a better
marine aquarist. Includes photos of marine mammals.
SALINITY
Salinity levels for the marine aquarium are discussed
TEMPERATURES
Temperatures of the marine aquarium is discussed
WHAT IS BOAT ROCK?
You may have heard this term around and wondered
what it meant. This article shines some light on
some of the transport practices used in bringing
live rock from Pacific islands to the mainland.
HOW TO SPOT A SPOOF
Sample of a fraudulent e-mail
Special Presentations
POLYPS
Features information and photos of polyps.
LEATHERS and SOFT CORALS
Features information and photos of leathers and soft corals.
MUSHROOMS
Features information and photos of mushrooms.
FIJI ACROPORA PHOTOS
TONGA CORAL PHOTOS
CULTURAL INFORMATION
Lots of interesting information on this page
if you are interested in learning more about
the culture, history, geology, location, and
natural history of the countries that export
live rock and corals.
VANUATU
Photos of some gorgeous acropora and fish from Vanuatu
RECOMMENDED READING
OUR EARTH PAGE
Resourceful and educational links pertaining to our planet, with tips on how to be a more earth-friendly citizen.
THE THREAD
An online "play" with lots of information about keeping live rock.
Back to Top
Reference and Miscellaneous
These pages are full of resources if you are interested in finding out more about natural reef systems, oceanography, marine ecology, geography of the South Pacific and Indo-Pacific, and more!
CORAL PHOTOS & IDENTIFICATION PAGES
MAPS AND INFORMATION
SOUTH PACIFIC AND INDO-PACIFIC
INFORMATIVE LINKS
WHERE IZZAT FISH ’N’ CORAL FROM?
Additional Resources
AQUARIUM AND REEFKEEPING BOOKS
A variety of books on keeping fish and corals.
livestockusa.org
Back to Top
Home
To view other pages, you may
choose from topics in dropdown menu ...
© www.livestockusa.org 2006-2012