~ Early Web Links ~

The Green Bay Aquarium Society (GBAS) is a Wisconsin-based non-profit club dedicated to the aquarium hobby, open to members and the public alike regardless of location. The site covers club meetings, auctions, a fish and exotic pet fair, a breeder award program (BAP), and resources on topics like dyed fish advocacy and pet rehoming.

Narrated charmingly from the perspective of 'Lord Shrimbee' the Crystal Red shrimp, this German-language site by Frank and Carsten Logemann covers the care, breeding, and photography of Caridina logemanni dwarf shrimp. Visitors will find detailed husbandry tips, a photo gallery, breeding reports, and links to related invertebrate resources, all presented with a witty, affectionate tone.

Gerd Arndt's German-language site dedicated to DIY aquarium equipment, offering handcrafted gear including larval spinners, artemia sieves, air lifts, hang-on boxes, and filtration accessories. Visitors can browse and order custom-built aquarium hardware directly from the creator, making it a rare hands-on resource for serious aquarium hobbyists.

A page dedicated to Tama, likely a pet or animal belonging to the Bailey Brothers, featuring at least one image as its primary content. The minimal structure suggests a simple personal tribute or showcase page for a beloved animal companion.

Cichlaholic.com is the home of Spencer Jack and The aFISHionados, a Canadian tropical fish wholesale operation based in Winnipeg that supplies cichlids, shrimp, nano fish, plants, and more to hobbyists and retailers. The site also highlights Spencer's role as a fish speaker and educator, with ties to the American Cichlid Association speakers program and multimedia presentations for fish conventions.

Red Cedar River Birds and Game is a hobbyist resource covering the breeding and care of ornamental pheasants, peafowl, waterfowl, poultry, pygmy goats, and fallow deer, built by a family operation near the Red Cedar River. Visitors can explore pen construction photos, species-specific care pages, hatching and incubation guides, and a peachick birth gallery that makes this a genuine reference for aviculture enthusiasts.

L-Welse.com is a comprehensive German-language community and database dedicated to the keeping and breeding of L-number catfish (Loricariidae) and other plecostomus species in aquariums. The site features an extensive image database with L-number overviews, breeding reports, care guides, literature tips, and an active forum with thousands of registered members.

Loaches Online is a comprehensive community resource dedicated entirely to loach fish, covering dozens of species with a detailed species index, care guides, disease information, and an extensive photograph collection. Built by Jeff Shafer and contributions from members worldwide, it serves as the definitive online reference for loach enthusiasts and self-described 'Loachaholics'.

JEHMCO is a dedicated fish room supply house offering hard-to-find aquarium and breeding equipment for ornamental fish breeders, aquatic pet stores, importers, and serious hobbyists. The site features an extensive product catalog including sponge filters, air pumps, bulk fish foods, bulkhead fittings, water pumps, and specialty breeding supplies available via toll-free ordering.

Diana Walstad, author of 'Ecology of the Planted Aquarium,' shares information about her books, free articles on aquatic plants, planted tanks, tropical fish diseases, and guppy breeding. Visitors can also purchase autographed books and her own strain of Rainbow Guppies directly from the site.