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

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Praise for the hardcover edition: "For users looking for specific information on freshwater aquarium fish this will be a useful and interesting resource." --American Reference Books Annual 2007 "Any home or library collection strong in aquarium references -- and many a fish store -- will find this packed with in-depth detail perfect for setting up an aquarium." --The Midwest Book Review This comprehensive full-color reference covers 500 of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish. It provides concise at-a-glance information on their behavior, diet and breeding along with guidance and recommendations on setting up a freshwater aquarium. Substantive and well organized for easy navigation, the book satisfies a wide of needs. Beginners can start their hobby with confidence and experienced keepers can use the book as an authoritative reference. The most important update of this edition is that species names have been changed in accordance with the latest international revisions, made to take into account recent DNA information. In all, about 120 names are updated. Freshwater Aquarium Fish is a "window shopping" trip guided by an aquarium specialist ready to offer advice. The directory details every species appropriate for a freshwater aquarium. While most require a heated aquarium, other varieties can be kept in an unheated one (such as bloodfin tetras, white clouds and the beginner classic, goldfish). The book organizes the freshwater aquarium species in major groups, among them: Cichlids (such as angelfish and discus); Catfish; Cyprinids (such as barbs, danios, koi and goldfish); Characoids (such as tetras, neons and piranhas); Loaches and suckers; Gouramis (such as bettas, paradise fish and snakeheads); Rainbow fish and blue-eyes; and Livebearers (such as mollies and platies). This comprehensive and useful reference is from a highly respected fish keeper with more than 50 years' experience. His advice and guidance will be welcomed by amateur fish keepers of any age and expertise. Read more


Publisher ‏ : ‎ Firefly Books; Updated edition (June 1, 2018)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 528 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1770859195


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 97


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.85 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.9 x 1.2 x 6.3 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #49,753 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #5 in Fish & Aquarium Care (Books)


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Customer Reviews: 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 768 ratings


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    • Up to date information.
I like the accurate description of today's popular aquarium inhabitants.
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2023 by Michael
    • Freshwater Aquarium Fish
Nice book with lots of information about a lot of fish, their temperament, size, and other pertinent
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2023 by Tom Van Bortle
    • Helpful
Nice book , the printing is so same with glasses on is still hard to read.. but I guess you don’t alway get what u pay for.the picture are outstanding.. books size little to small …
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2023 by rodger
    • This book must be in every aquarist's library.
This is a great reference book for any serious aquarist. I am still a beginner aquarist, and on my first attempt at an aquarium, many of my fish died. The problem was that I mixed different types of fish together. For example, I had Angelfish, Discus, and Gold fish, together with three other types, all in one tank. That was not very wise. The Gold fish were eating the smaller fish (though the pet shop told me they wouldn't), and many who were not eaten died of bite wounds. I removed the Gold fish and kept the other fish together. Still, six out of the eight Discus died. I couldn't figure out why. There were no fish bigger than them in the aquarium. On further reading, I realized that the water temperature was the culprit. Discus like warm water, anywhere from 26 to 30 Celsius, even slightly warmer for breeding. Angelfish, however, prefer temperatures up to 28 Celsius, and not higher. The other types of fish had their water temperature requirements as well. The water temperature in my aquarium was too low for the Discus. I removed the Discus fish and put them in an aquarium on their own with a water temperature of 30 Celsius. They seem to be very happy! It is to be hoped that I'll get little baby Discus soon! This book gave me details about the fish I have and how to create their specific habitat. Water temperature, as mentioned above, is very important, but there are other important factors as well. For example, Discus fish like water that is soft and acid. I put driftwood in my tank to achieve this water quality. I also heavily planted (with real plants) the back and sides of my aquarium. Discus like a densely planted environment. They like to lay their eggs vertically on plants or rocks. So I added natural rocks as well. Discus also like to be within their species. Putting one or two discus in an aquarium is not wise. The Discus might survive, but they won't be happy, and this will show on their body color (usually faint colors). Put a minimum of eight Discus together and they will manifest beautiful skin colors. Where do I get all this information? From this book of course! This book should be in every aquarist's library. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2009 by Sahra Badou
    • Too Small and heavy
All about each and every Tropical Fish for Aquariums. Ok fine, but the book it self is very thick and small and hard to handle with small printing telling the reader the stats about the picture of each fish in the book binding area. When you ware three part glass lenses it is really hard to get focus in the binding of the book plus it is very heavy. Not comfortable for my wife too help her with information for her fish hobby. DR ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2023 by Douglas R.
    • Purchased as gift
Book was new & shipped in excellent condition. Flipped through it, Seems a interesting read for a hobbyist aquarist looking for a snapshot view of fishes that might be available.
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2023 by Neil
    • Well printed
Was happy to receive the book, found it well layedout and the quality of the fish photos are great with good description of the different species. Hard to find these kinds of Species books in the market these days. Happy customer!
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2022 by Mic
    • For the fresh fish lover.
This was a perfect gift for those that have a fresh water aquarium. It had great full color pictures. It was a hit.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2022 by Lfisher

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