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About the Database ...The Breeder's Registry Database is a centralized information source on the reproduction of marine organisms, with emphasis on the "ornamental" species. The Database attempts to consolidate mariculture information into one location which is then available via or website.Most of the marine organisms kept in the aquarium are not of commercial "food fish" interest. Much of what is known and to be learned about reproductive behaviors and culturing techniques for marine ornamental species is and will be by the home aquarist. Descriptions of conditions, methods, and techniques being employed in rearing and propagating marine species are filed in the Breeder's Registry database. Observations about species or families concerning spawning habits, conditions, larval rearing attempts, propagation attempts and problem areas associated with various species are also included in the database. Scientific (Latin) names are used as the primary means of identifying species. Although there is no validation process in place, nor are submitted reports subjected to a peer review, this approach is viewed as being more accurate than relying upon vernacular (common) names. It is our belief that "anecdotal" information can prove to be quite valuable when viewed within a larger body of information. As each person builds on the previous person's experiences, perhaps we will amass the knowledge to make captive propagation and rearing a common occurrence.
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The Breeder's Registry
5541 Columbia Drive North
Fresno, CA 93727