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Mark van der Wal has been keeping aquariums
since he was a little child. Growing up in a family that moved
all over the world, he developed a strong passion and curiosity
for nature. His particular interest was any type of underwater
environment, as he spent countless days of his childhood underwater
with a mask and fins. This passion drove him to pursue a degree
in Biology, with a heavy emphasis on Marine Ecology. His studies
allowed him further excuses to be underwater and participate
in various research opportunities. After graduating, Mark
decided to pursue a career in computers, so that he could
continue to afford a reef tank and frequent dive trips. He
also caters to his passion for marine organisms by participating
as a moderator for the Advanced
Forum at Reef Central, sharing knowledge and frags with
local reef geeks, and contributing articles to Reef Keeping
magazine. His other interests include traveling, hiking, gardening,
and his two dogs.
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