Archive for June 2023
Keeping exhibit animals safe & healthy
In the Roo Valley Expansion of the Cincinnati Zoo, 32 Little Blue Penguins (Eudyptula minor) depend on their keepers to protect them and their habitat. It takes so much more than fresh fish and check ups to keep these Australian birds happy and healthy. Little Blue Penguins, also known as Fairy Penguins because of their…
Read MoreMaking your water feature a community asset
The eye-catching, soothing, inviting qualities of public water features are a wonderful way to encourage community members to gather, linger and relax. With a few, easy-to-follow ideas from international aquarium and water exhibit installation experts, you can ensure your fountain, pond or pool becomes a valuable and cherished community attraction. Research shows that just being…
Read MorePreparing aquariums for a busy summer season
June is National Zoo and Aquarium month, which means getting ready for a busy summer season of visitors. While families explore the wonders of animal and aquatic life, our maintenance teams are hard at work ensuring enclosures are safe, clean and comfortable for their inhabitants. In fact, this is our busiest time of year for…
Read MoreWater makes movie magic
Water is elemental, ubiquitous, and life-giving. No wonder it is a fundamental prop in movie story-telling. Water can set a scene, set a mood, support the protagonist, act as antagonist — its appearance is carefully scripted into a film’s storyline, then it’s up to film producers to figure out how to wrangle it so it…
Read MoreCreate magic with acrylic
Having a water feature on your property is a sure sign of luxury. With recent innovations in design, materials and construction, luxury is evolving into pure magic. Infinity edges, transparent sides, and fluid shapes are appearing in pool designs for elegant homes, public spaces and commercial properties across America. The precision-engineering and durability of acrylic…
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