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The eclectus parrot is a medium sized parrot with a talking ability that rivals the African grey. Unlike other parrots male and female eclectus are easily identified.

Gizo, the capital of the Western Province of the Solomon Islands, is surrounded by coral islands and reefs, providing great wreck and reef scuba diving.

Four percent of the world's coral bound for the marine aquarium industry come from the Solomon Islands. Learn about these islands and the challenges they face.

The freestyle swimming stroke, or Australian Crawl, is the most efficient way for a human to move through the water. It was developed in Sydney in the late 1890s.

"Coast Watching in WWII" brings together personal accounts of the war from two exceptionally brave men.

To get the most out of a scuba diving holiday, there are many things a diver can do. Checking equipment, spares kit, travelling with scuba gear all need to be considered.

By the time western adventurers such as Caroline Mytinger and Margaret Warner arrived in 1926, the once-isolated islands of Melanesia had already changed.

Whether it's for old people, melons, physical fitness, peasants, cows, sheep or Prince Charles, across the planet, people get days off work for the most bizarre reasons.

The first bungee jumpers, Pentecost Land Divers, used vines tied to their ankles and dived off towers made of sticks wearing nothing but a penis sheath called a nambus.

With a population of slightly over 100,000 the tiny Pacific kingdoms has fought with honor and held the peace around the world for the past hundred years.

Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor is the current Queen of 16 independent states including the United Kingdom, as well as the supreme Governor of the Church of England .

Dubai's Atlantis Hotel on Palm Island is a stunning billion-and-a half-dollar resort complete with aquarium, aquapark, 17 restaurants and $26,000-a-night suite.

The Atlantis Hotel's exlcusive opening party on November 20th is set to break records as the world's most expensive private party and will feature singer Kylie Minogue.

A.B. Feuer thrills readers with the riveting history of Australia's elite commando units during World War II.

While many tangs are aggressive, these five are the peaceful tangs. Big and beautiful, these are not beginner fishes, but they are amazing saltwater species.

Whether you're looking for an eclectus, macaw, or sun conure, consider the source when buying a parrot. Finding a good bird breeder today saves parrot owners grief later.

The gorgeous, unique Eclectus parrot can be a gentle and entertaining pet, but requires a specialized diet to thrive.

While anthias have a reputation as being "expert-only" fishes, a few species are appropriate for the intermediate aquarist.

Her unenviable task was to mend the dynastic quarrels and unite her people before European influence destroyed their culture altogether

The results are in! Here are numbers 5-1 based on recent sales' statistics for one of the leading online retailers of marine livestock.

The results are in! Here are numbers 10-6 based on recent sales' statistics for one of the leading online retailers of marine livestock.

Understanding from where the fish you purchase for your marine aquarium come can make you a more successful and knowledgeable aquarist.

These volunteer foot soldiers, drawn from across the country, fought as a segregated unit from 1868 until 1949 from Cuba to the Philippines and back with honor.

John F. Kennedy, born to a life of privilege, suffered from great medical problems through much of his life, but certainly found success nonetheless.

Some species of starfish wreak havoc on shellfish populations and coral reefs when an abundance of food and shortages of predators fail to keep their numbers in check.

The International Peacekeepers March in Brisbane, Australia, was a successful event organised and coordinated by the UNAA, United Nations Association of Australia.