~ Early Web Links ~

Jellyworld is a Neocities site dedicated to jellyfish, tracking a 'NST population' count that hints at an aquarium or jellyfish-keeping hobby. The minimal but charming page suggests a niche enthusiast space built around these fascinating marine creatures.

The Long Island Reef Association (LIRA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit bringing together marine aquarium hobbyists across Long Island to share knowledge on coral reef care and propagation. Members work together to reduce demand for wild-caught specimens, promote reef conservation, and enjoy all aspects of the marine aquarium hobby through monthly meetings and an annual swap event.

The Aquarium Wiki is a free, community-built encyclopedia covering all aspects of fishkeeping, with over 2,700 articles spanning freshwater fish, saltwater fish, brackish species, invertebrates, plants, diseases, and aquarium care. With nearly 100,000 edits and organized sections for cichlids, bettas, anemones, shrimp, and more, it serves as a comprehensive reference for hobbyist aquarists of all experience levels.

The Jersey Shore Aquarium Society is a New Jersey-based nonprofit club for tropical fish enthusiasts, meeting monthly in Manasquan to share presentations from professionals and experienced hobbyists. The site covers club events including auctions, bowl shows, swap meets, and a speaker schedule packed with topics ranging from paludariums to biotope aquariums.

The Delaware County Aquarium Society (DCAS) is a fish-keeping club based in Swarthmore, PA, bringing together hobbyists and professionals to share knowledge about the care, culture, and propagation of aquatic life. The site lists upcoming meetings, auction events, sponsor acknowledgments, and links to neighboring regional aquarium clubs along the Mid-Atlantic corridor.

The American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association (AFRMA) is a non-profit international club dedicated to the hobby of keeping, breeding, and showing fancy rats and mice. Visitors can explore detailed breed standards, color and marking guides, health care resources, breeder listings, show schedules, and a shop with books and posters.

Run by 'Ladyhawke' since 1995, this long-running resource covers the care, behavior, and breeding of grey-cheeked parakeets and other members of the South American Brotogeris genus. Visitors will find pet bird care guides, medical problem advice, breeder listings, and a curated collection of links to related Brotogeris resources.

Seriously Fish is a comprehensive knowledge base and community hub dedicated to freshwater aquarium fish, featuring detailed species profiles, conservation news, and taxonomy updates covering everything from cichlids to killifish. With a publications section, forums, blogs, and featured species spotlights, it serves as a serious reference for aquarists and ichthyology enthusiasts alike.

National Fish Pharmaceuticals offers a comprehensive fish disease diagnosis and treatment index compiled from years of research and laboratory work, covering everything from behavioral changes to gill and kidney disorders. Manufacturers of fish medications since 1971, the site also provides a free consultation hotline and detailed guides on antibiotics, water parameters, and disease identification for aquarium and pond fish.

RattieMcFattie is a colorful personal site with a playful handle that prominently warns visitors about rodent content alongside bright colors, heavy topics, and mature themes. The site appears to be built around its creator's love of pet rats, wrapped in a chaotic and expressive old-web aesthetic.