500 Freshwater Aquarium Fish: A Visual Reference to the Most Popular Species

Jennings, Greg

ISBN 10: 1770859195 / ISBN 13: 9781770859197

Published by Firefly Books, 2018

Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1770859195I5N10

Synopsis:

Expert advice on freshwater aquarium fish. Illustrated in full color, this comprehensive reference includes 500 of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish. It provides concise at-a-glance information on their behavior, diet and breeding, along with a recommended aquarium setup. Practical and well organized, this book is tailored to the needs of a wide range of freshwater-aquarium hobbyists. A key decision for the aquarium owner, and also one of the most fun to make, is choosing the fish for a tank. 500 Freshwater Aquarium Fish is a "window shopping" trip, with an expert alongside to offer crucial advice. This thorough directory details every appropriate species. While most of the fish featured require a heated aquarium, there are other popular varieties, such as goldfish, that can be kept in an unheated one. With more than 500 color photographs, the book is organized by major fish groups, among them: Cichlids, including angelfish and discus Catfish Cyprinids, including barbs, danios, koi and goldfish Characoids, including tetras, neons and piranhas Oaches and suckers Gouramis, including bettas, paradise fish and snakeheads Rainbow fish and blue-eyes Livebearers, including mollies and platies. This comprehensive and useful reference, edited by a highly respected expert, will be welcomed by amateur fishkeepers of any age and expertise.

About the Author: Greg Jennings has been actively involved in fish keeping for more than 50 years. He has visited many locations around the world where many of the hobbyist fish species originated. Through his travel and relationships with fellow enthusiasts in the international community, he keeps up with the very latest developments and techniques.

Bibliographic Details

Title: 500 Freshwater Aquarium Fish: A Visual ...
Publisher: Firefly Books
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket