> [Original Message]
> From: Mark <mbinkley_at_columbus.rr.com>
> To: <nanfa_at_aquaria.net>
> Date: 11/13/00 10:08:24 AM
> Subject: NANFA-- Re: Tank Raised Vs. Wild
>
> At 12:02 PM -0800 11/11/00, Norman Edelen wrote:
> >I think we should also remind folks that these are also not mass produced
> >commercial species being farm raised, and that they are not often
maintained
> >like other killie species by being bred and spread by dedicated
hobbyists.
> >The majority of native killies available, or any native really, are wild
> >harvested. I know that wild fish arrive in the hobby from all points,
and
> >natives aren't unique in this regard, but it should make them precious.
How
> >many fish being offered in NANFA's trading post are tank or pond bred?
What
> >about Aquabid.com? Everyone I have corresponded with regarding natives
on
> >Aquabid is selling harvested fish. I think NANFA needs to not only place
> >emphasis on responsible and legal collecting, but on breeding what you
> >collect. I would love to see NANFA have some sort of breeders' award
> >program. Just a thought.
>
>
> Excellent points, Norm! I like the breeder's award idea. If you want to
> start it up, go for it! We need people like you to take the initiative
and
> grow NANFA. Feel free to use this list for recruiting.
>
>
> Mark Binkley
> Columbus Ohio USA <))><
> mbinkley_at_columbus.rr.com
>
>
>
>
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