The Georgia Aquarium (VERY Photo Intense) - Page 2

JimR · 12/31/2005, 02:48 PM

Here's a CNN news report about it. It was neat to read they used "Instant Ocean" to make thier water. Oh yea, they used tap water also, from what I read...no RO...

http://www.cnn.com/2005/TECH/science...w.ga.aquarium/

GPB had a video of it:
http://www.gpb.org/public/tv/highlights.jsp?hlid=5676

Thanx for the pics. They were cool.

Rock Anemone · 12/31/2005, 02:51 PM

Absolutely amazing!

Rock Anemone

deansreef · 12/31/2005, 03:24 PM

so awesome

peecook · 12/31/2005, 03:43 PM

wow, thanks for the pics. a visit has to be a definite for all reefers!

rizkeeper · 12/31/2005, 03:52 PM

WOW THREAD OF THE YEAR!!!!

I am lucky to have season passes, I can't wait to go again...thanks for posting

SuzLucky · 12/31/2005, 03:53 PM

My daughter lives in Atlanta and has gone a number of times already. She says that even pictures don't do it justice, although I bet she hasn't seen yours yet. An absolutely awesome collection of pictures. I can't wait for airline tickets to go down a little so that I can go visit. I will be first in line when they open the day I get there!!!!!

Andrew · 12/31/2005, 03:54 PM

Great pictures!

nm354 · 12/31/2005, 03:59 PM

every time i look at pictures of it makes me want to go again!

Letmegrow · 12/31/2005, 04:06 PM

Awesome pictures.
Those were Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags, not authentic laundry.
Unless you were joking, then that was funny.

jwedehase · 12/31/2005, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Letmegrow
Awesome pictures.
Those were Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags, not authentic laundry.
Unless you were joking, then that was funny.

Oh man, am I embarassed. I'll go fix that immediately.

Geez... in print and everything. Where's a rock for me to hide under?!

Edit: Oh well, it's already uneditable. My shame shall live on forever. Thanks for the correction, though!

BoostinDC2 · 12/31/2005, 04:33 PM

Great pics! I can't wait to see it in person.

VDHD1 · 12/31/2005, 04:42 PM

Dumb question, but how do they keep the glass clean in the shark tank? I suppose they employ some brave divers?

jwedehase · 12/31/2005, 05:08 PM

The whale sharks are siphon/filter feeders. They aren't a threat. The video they had of the whale sharks eating was quite impressive. As for the hammerheads, they're well fed, I'm sure. Additionally, I've been to other aquariums with sharks and divers. They just keep a spotter on hand, and play terrotorial tactics, just like in the wild. At the other aquarium, the spotter had a "T" made out of PVC. When the shark got sort of close, he'd hold out the "T" to make the shark aware of his "personal space."

Shoestring Reefer · 12/31/2005, 05:11 PM

Great pics, you did a great job narrating it too!

Detritivore · 12/31/2005, 05:17 PM

great pics

how did they do the surge on the reef tank?

brad23 · 12/31/2005, 06:08 PM

Wow great pics.

jwedehase · 12/31/2005, 07:47 PM

I'm glad everything made sense, and at least some of the magnitude of this place translated across. It's hard to judge how well I've conveyed the granduer, when I was there, so I know what I'm looking at. I really appreciate the objective comments. Thank you very much.

As for the surge, I don't know. Unfortunately, behind-the-scenes tours aren't available for a few more weeks. I was desperately hoping to see that. There's so many things there that are of interest to me.

From http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/visit...ceneTours.aspx

Discover the magic of a mangrove forest.
Enjoy a special view of the top of the coral reef exhibit and its many colorful inhabitants.
Learn how we create salt water while viewing the filtration system at the top of our massive coral reef.
View how we make large waves at the top of the reef gallery.
Learn and observe how we grow our corals, jellies and other interesting animals.
View the top of the largest ocean pool in North America and observe the worldÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s largest fish, the whale shark.
Take home a souvenir photo of you at the top of the ocean pool.
View the husbandry commissary and how we make the food for the animals.
Visit our modern vet clinic and learn how we operate on fish.

jwedehase · 12/31/2005, 10:47 PM

For you maintenance/equipment nerds, here's a shot of the big tank's surface. I'm presuming this is how they cool it. There were several of these areas that looked like a helicopter overhead.

danferd2002 · 12/31/2005, 10:59 PM

awsome pics, thanks for sharing

fishesRdelicious · 01/01/2006, 01:00 AM

how do they feed the whale sharks? i know they eat plankton and small stuff but they must need tons of plankton
also do they offer any behind the scenes tours, to see all the equipment
great pictures btw

jwedehase · 01/01/2006, 01:15 AM

As stated above, the behind the scenes tours are not yet available. However, there was video playing at the big window, and some of it showed the whale sharks eating. They had several pounds of krill, and other such meaty foods, all in a large scoop/bucket. For some reason, I'm thinking they fed 16.5 lbs at a time, twice a day. Anyway, they put this bucket in front of the shark, and he starts this huge vacuum, sucking in what must be dozens of gallons of water within a couple seconds. The food, of course, gets sucked right in with it. It was quite amazing to see the aquatic "black hole" into the shark's mouth.

theplatypus · 01/01/2006, 07:34 AM

I can't wait until the lines die down a bit.

MAreefer1 · 01/01/2006, 08:24 AM

I think Im goin for a little trip to GA!!!

masterswimmer · 01/01/2006, 12:42 PM

That was an amazing photo journey you took us on. Thank you. The magnitude of the displays were conveyed well and I'm sure it's even more breathtaking in person.

Thanks again,
Russ

Frisco · 01/01/2006, 01:48 PM

Great pics - looks worthy of a visit! Thanks for sharing.

12/31/2005, 02:48 PM	#26
JimR Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mid Michigan Posts: 247	Here's a CNN news report about it. It was neat to read they used "Instant Ocean" to make thier water. Oh yea, they used tap water also, from what I read...no RO... http://www.cnn.com/2005/TECH/science...w.ga.aquarium/ GPB had a video of it: http://www.gpb.org/public/tv/highlights.jsp?hlid=5676 Thanx for the pics. They were cool. Last edited by JimR; 12/31/2005 at 03:01 PM.

12/31/2005, 02:51 PM	#27
Rock Anemone S.C.U.B.A. :) Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: California Posts: 7,674	Absolutely amazing! Rock Anemone __________________ Johnny Love Current Tank Info: <><

12/31/2005, 03:24 PM	#28
deansreef Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: north carolina Posts: 3,234	so awesome __________________ the only dumb question, is the one not asked... Current Tank Info: 225 gallon peninsula

12/31/2005, 03:43 PM	#29
peecook Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 707	wow, thanks for the pics. a visit has to be a definite for all reefers! __________________ Fragables...none Current Tank Info: 120 reef

12/31/2005, 03:53 PM	#31
SuzLucky Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Norwich, NY Posts: 1,058	My daughter lives in Atlanta and has gone a number of times already. She says that even pictures don't do it justice, although I bet she hasn't seen yours yet. An absolutely awesome collection of pictures. I can't wait for airline tickets to go down a little so that I can go visit. I will be first in line when they open the day I get there!!!!! __________________ Plan your dive and then dive your plan. Current Tank Info: getting out

12/31/2005, 03:52 PM	#30
rizkeeper Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: North Carolina Posts: 319	WOW THREAD OF THE YEAR!!!! I am lucky to have season passes, I can't wait to go again...thanks for posting

12/31/2005, 03:54 PM	#32
Andrew Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 13,640	Great pictures!

12/31/2005, 03:59 PM	#33
nm354 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Atlanta, Georgia Posts: 344	every time i look at pictures of it makes me want to go again! __________________ "We should make every customer take and aptitude test before they can walk in here."

12/31/2005, 04:06 PM	#34
Letmegrow Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: The Hill Posts: 4,740	Awesome pictures. Those were Tibetan Buddhist prayer flags, not authentic laundry. Unless you were joking, then that was funny. __________________ I'll be just fine pretending I'm not. Understand, Contempt born of clear perception is a birthright to those who channel it toward progression.

12/31/2005, 04:33 PM	#36
BoostinDC2 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 6	Great pics! I can't wait to see it in person.

12/31/2005, 04:42 PM	#37
VDHD1 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 48	Dumb question, but how do they keep the glass clean in the shark tank? I suppose they employ some brave divers?

12/31/2005, 05:08 PM	#38
jwedehase Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central CA, USA Posts: 908	The whale sharks are siphon/filter feeders. They aren't a threat. The video they had of the whale sharks eating was quite impressive. As for the hammerheads, they're well fed, I'm sure. Additionally, I've been to other aquariums with sharks and divers. They just keep a spotter on hand, and play terrotorial tactics, just like in the wild. At the other aquarium, the spotter had a "T" made out of PVC. When the shark got sort of close, he'd hold out the "T" to make the shark aware of his "personal space." __________________ This space for rent. Current Tank Info: 120g Mixed Reef. 2x250w HQI 14K, 4x39w T5HO. AquaEuro 400

12/31/2005, 05:11 PM	#39
Shoestring Reefer Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Westerly, RI Posts: 4,989	Great pics, you did a great job narrating it too! __________________ Mike Reefcentral Folding@Home team 37251 - Click my little red house to learn more and help medical science! Current Tank Info: 2, 20-gal low tech tanks

12/31/2005, 05:17 PM	#40
Detritivore Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,576	great pics how did they do the surge on the reef tank?

12/31/2005, 06:08 PM	#41
brad23 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Bloomington IL Posts: 2,959	Wow great pics. __________________ Ye old English Current Tank Info: 75g reef

12/31/2005, 07:47 PM	#42
jwedehase Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central CA, USA Posts: 908	I'm glad everything made sense, and at least some of the magnitude of this place translated across. It's hard to judge how well I've conveyed the granduer, when I was there, so I know what I'm looking at. I really appreciate the objective comments. Thank you very much. As for the surge, I don't know. Unfortunately, behind-the-scenes tours aren't available for a few more weeks. I was desperately hoping to see that. There's so many things there that are of interest to me. From http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/visit...ceneTours.aspx Discover the magic of a mangrove forest. Enjoy a special view of the top of the coral reef exhibit and its many colorful inhabitants. Learn how we create salt water while viewing the filtration system at the top of our massive coral reef. View how we make large waves at the top of the reef gallery. Learn and observe how we grow our corals, jellies and other interesting animals. View the top of the largest ocean pool in North America and observe the worldÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s largest fish, the whale shark. Take home a souvenir photo of you at the top of the ocean pool. View the husbandry commissary and how we make the food for the animals. Visit our modern vet clinic and learn how we operate on fish. __________________ This space for rent. Current Tank Info: 120g Mixed Reef. 2x250w HQI 14K, 4x39w T5HO. AquaEuro 400

12/31/2005, 10:47 PM	#43
jwedehase Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central CA, USA Posts: 908	For you maintenance/equipment nerds, here's a shot of the big tank's surface. I'm presuming this is how they cool it. There were several of these areas that looked like a helicopter overhead. Last edited by Skipper; 04/08/2006 at 03:52 PM.

12/31/2005, 10:59 PM	#44
danferd2002 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 882	awsome pics, thanks for sharing

01/01/2006, 01:00 AM	#45
fishesRdelicious Registered Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: S. Williamsport, PA Posts: 691	how do they feed the whale sharks? i know they eat plankton and small stuff but they must need tons of plankton also do they offer any behind the scenes tours, to see all the equipment great pictures btw __________________ click on the red house to visit ReefNest.com Current Tank Info: 50 gallon sps/lps reef with 30 gal refuge

01/01/2006, 01:15 AM	#46
jwedehase Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central CA, USA Posts: 908	As stated above, the behind the scenes tours are not yet available. However, there was video playing at the big window, and some of it showed the whale sharks eating. They had several pounds of krill, and other such meaty foods, all in a large scoop/bucket. For some reason, I'm thinking they fed 16.5 lbs at a time, twice a day. Anyway, they put this bucket in front of the shark, and he starts this huge vacuum, sucking in what must be dozens of gallons of water within a couple seconds. The food, of course, gets sucked right in with it. It was quite amazing to see the aquatic "black hole" into the shark's mouth. __________________ This space for rent. Current Tank Info: 120g Mixed Reef. 2x250w HQI 14K, 4x39w T5HO. AquaEuro 400

01/01/2006, 07:34 AM	#47
theplatypus Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 168	I can't wait until the lines die down a bit.

01/01/2006, 08:24 AM	#48
MAreefer1 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: MA Posts: 769	I think Im goin for a little trip to GA!!! __________________ BRS Current Tank Info: 75 gallons of SW,55 main 20 gallon fuge

01/01/2006, 12:42 PM	#49
masterswimmer Registered Member. Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: East of the Mississippi, north of the mason dixon line Posts: 3,255	That was an amazing photo journey you took us on. Thank you. The magnitude of the displays were conveyed well and I'm sure it's even more breathtaking in person. Thanks again, Russ __________________ I said, "look honey, we paid the mortgage and we have all this money left over for the tank." Her response confused me. She said we still needed to buy food and pay the utilities. Current Tank Info: 75 10ecor, SLS TEK 6 x 54w T-5, Lifereef sump & VS2-24" skimmer, 15 gal. AGA fuge

01/01/2006, 01:48 PM	#50
Frisco Premium Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 5,245	Great pics - looks worthy of a visit! Thanks for sharing. __________________ Gone but not forgotten Current Tank Info: In Between Tanks