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Forum: Reef 01-15-2005, 04:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,809
Posted By DBM
Actually now that I think about it more, I recall...

Actually now that I think about it more, I recall 9 that have imported marines and resold to retailers in 2004. If you want a list I can PM you.
Forum: Reef 01-15-2005, 08:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,809
Posted By DBM
I know of six importers here in Vancouver, but...

I know of six importers here in Vancouver, but only 2 are actual wholesalers that tank fish- the rest tranship.

What you need to do is contact a store that gets multiple shipments a week, and...
Forum: Reef 01-08-2005, 11:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,045
Posted By DBM
First off, how do you plan on proving they're...

First off, how do you plan on proving they're aquacultured? Trust me, a photo won't cut it. A person can't drive across the border with aquaculture live rock from Florida because there's a chance...
Forum: Calgary 12-17-2004, 07:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,299
Posted By DBM
I'd be willing to bet Petland, Pisces, and Golds...

I'd be willing to bet Petland, Pisces, and Golds all have them since the biggest distributor of Coralife in Canada is located in Calgary.
Forum: Freshwater 10-06-2004, 01:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,084
Posted By DBM
Try calling Joseph at Noah's Pet Ark in West...

Try calling Joseph at Noah's Pet Ark in West Vancouver. I set him up with an excellent breeder. I'm real picky about shape, and this breeder's culling is strict.
Forum: Reef 09-10-2004, 05:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,640
Posted By DBM
Kyle, You beat me to it. I can't believe...

Kyle,

You beat me to it. I can't believe people think $250.00 is unfair for a large fish. 7 or 8 years back our show Imperator and Blueface use to retail for $400 to $500 dollars and the...
Forum: Reef 06-12-2004, 05:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,953
Posted By DBM
Kyle, What was your fish farm friend using a...

Kyle,

What was your fish farm friend using a test for cyanide for? I've never seen one used here in B.C., just curious.
Forum: Pictures 05-23-2004, 03:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,097
Posted By DBM
You pictures don't show the shell but from the...

You pictures don't show the shell but from the shape I'd say Tridacna crocea.
Forum: Reef 05-21-2004, 12:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,368
Posted By DBM
If you're in Alberta and want that goby call...

If you're in Alberta and want that goby call Aquarium Illusions in Edmonton. He can get you one, it may be a bit of a wait but they're the only ones in Alberta that has access to these as far as I...
Forum: Lower Mainland 04-17-2004, 09:47 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,949
Posted By DBM
Saturdays are the busiest for retailers. I'm...

Saturdays are the busiest for retailers. I'm sure they'll be open.
Forum: Reef 04-16-2004, 07:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,499
Posted By DBM
I'm a big fan of firefish, peaceful, easy to care...

I'm a big fan of firefish, peaceful, easy to care for, and attractive. Will stay small enough for your tank.
Forum: Lower Mainland 03-31-2004, 10:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,591
Posted By DBM
Is she planning on doing this through the store? ...

Is she planning on doing this through the store?
Bypassing the store (if she's planning on this) is a BAD IDEA.
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics livestock related only) 03-22-2004, 12:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,187
Posted By DBM
I know of a hobbiest in Ontario that's saying...

I know of a hobbiest in Ontario that's saying she's got it. The story is she got it from an employee at a big coral propagation greenhouse in Detroit (not mentioning names here) who was babysitting...
Forum: Reef 03-11-2004, 09:56 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,477
Posted By DBM
Wendell is right about the re-export permit. ...

Wendell is right about the re-export permit. Wouldn't USFW need the original CITES export permit to issue a re-export permit? This was my thinking because anyone that isn't purchasing directly from...
Forum: Reef 03-11-2004, 05:13 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,477
Posted By DBM
Alright, like Kyle I'm in the industry so I'll...

Alright, like Kyle I'm in the industry so I'll help. I'm the paranoid type so I've checked things out thoroughly.

Here's how it goes.

If you cross the border into Canada as a hobbiest you...
Forum: Pictures 03-05-2004, 10:32 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,825
Posted By DBM
:eek: In the first pic I thought it was...

:eek:

In the first pic I thought it was about the size of a bathtub. Man alive!

You could grow some huge coral colonies and clams in that baby.
Forum: Lower Mainland 02-28-2004, 09:37 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,949
Posted By DBM
Modest as well. :cool:

Modest as well. :cool:
Forum: Lower Mainland 02-27-2004, 08:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,949
Posted By DBM
Clam order isn't coming on thursday, probably...

Clam order isn't coming on thursday, probably closer to weeks. Call the store though because they're getting marine shipments on a regular basis.
Forum: Reef 04-01-2003, 10:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,793
Posted By DBM
I understand there has been quite a delay for...

I understand there has been quite a delay for some companies in Indonesia in getting their CITES permits. I've spoken with several Indonesian exporters and haven't heard anything about it being...
Forum: Reef 04-01-2003, 06:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,793
Posted By DBM
CITES II means the seahorses aren't illegal, just...

CITES II means the seahorses aren't illegal, just that the trade in them is regulated. I'm sure kuda's will still be coming in with Indonesian coral shipments since the permit is already paid for. ...
Forum: Reef 03-22-2003, 08:08 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,286
Posted By DBM
If the retailer has a coral beauty from Fiji,...

If the retailer has a coral beauty from Fiji, don't worry he'll let you know - he has to justify the more expensive price. Otherwise it's from Indonesia or the Philippines. More than likely your...
Forum: Reef 02-12-2003, 11:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,203
Posted By DBM
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Reef 02-11-2003, 10:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,203
Posted By DBM
Island Stores

I'll be over on Vancouver Island this weekend, what have you got over there for stores with marine livestock? I haven't done the rounds in Victoria or Nanaimo in years. Who should I visit, and...
Forum: Reef 01-31-2003, 07:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,732
Posted By DBM
Wendell, This stuff originally came from...

Wendell,

This stuff originally came from Marine Specialties in California, she's got the U.S. distributorship with a native Fijian company. I've just secured the Canadian distributorship, now if...
Forum: Reef 12-11-2002, 11:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,969
Posted By DBM
Almost forgot, if you're looking for start-up...

Almost forgot, if you're looking for start-up capital try obtaining it through some sort of R&D aquaculture program with the Government. I managed to secure a substantial grant for my former...
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