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Breeding tropical Fish the natural way The way to breed fish the natural way is to pay attention to the conditions under which they live in their natural habitats. Those conditions are intimately enmeshed with the reproductive biology of the fishes and must be taken into account during attempts at breeding the natural way. They are especially important when the fishes we're trying to coax into spawning are known as "difficult"species--perhaps they'll be a lot less difficult if we know what they truly need That is what this book is about. it covers--in fascinating (and useful) detail--all of the ins and outs of the natural way of breeding aquarium fishes. starting with an exploration of the reasons why we try to breed fishes and discussions of the technology and equipment needed,standards and procedures for maintaining water quality, and the importance of keeping records, author Sommer takes readers by the hand and leads them trough every significant area of captive fish reproduction, from selecting the brood stock right through a listing of species that he recommends for an aquarist's first breeding attempts Meer info

This book is not intended for the complete beginner in fish keeping, but for someone already familiar with the elements of aquarium management. In many ways it could be regarded as a conversion course for fresh-water aquarists, but it goes beyond that and discusses the most up-to-date information on marine aquaria on the level of the advanced aquarist in that field. Arguably the good book to have if you operate a marine (seawater) aquarium. Cointents includes The Tank and Equipment, The Water, Workable Marine Systems, Handling Fishes and Invertebrates, Diseases and Parasites. Meer info

Biologist and author, John Tullock, shares the secrets of his more than 20 years experience in marine aquarium keeping. He shows that by mastering a few simple techniques, and paying attention to the ecology of the aquarium's inhabitants, even a novice can create a beautiful coral reef in miniature. The book's emphasis is on proper design and careful selection of saltwater species, rather than reliance on costly equipment. Meer info

This Encyclopedia of Marine Invertebrates presents the invertebrates as living animals, with much detail on their life history and behavior. Each chapter covers one or more major groups (phyla) in some detail, with emphasis on the groups that are kept in marine aquaria or otherwise come into contact with the average reader. Meer info

-How to identify most reef invertebrates from the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Florida and the Tropical Atlantic -For the Miniature Reef Aquarist - SCUBA Diver - Snorkeler - Ichthyologist -Illustrated with 432 color photographs Meer info

The variety and beauty of a sea are not always obvious at first glance. This is true of the Mediterranean: the treasures of its blue but austere waters are comparable to those of the tropical seas. This book uses scientific explanations in an easy to grasp language, splendid biological drawings to illustrate the remarkable features of this sea. The whole is completed by an appendix with precise colour drawings and biological notes presenting the first and invertebrates most commonly found in the Mediterranean. Meer info

One of the major attractions of the mini-reef aquarium is that it is full of life. Fascinating plants and animals weave and sway and crawl through it at all levels. This book provides all of the information anyone will need to set up a mini-reef aquarium and keep its rich diversity of marine life going in good health. With more than 30 years of practical experience with major aquariums, the author leads readers step by step through all of the practical considerations involved. Fully illustrated throughout with full-color photos, The Successful Mini-Reef Aquarium is a pictorial treasurehouse as well as a prime source of useful information. Meer info

Of all the many different types of aquaria, probably the most interesting and beautiful is the modern reef aquarium. It is compellingly attractive because of its colorful inhabitants and their fascinating ways. Anyone passing a modern reef aquarium has to look at it. Oddly enough, the modern reef aquarium is not difficult to set up and keep running if you know what you are doing. Dr. Emmens' scientific authority and long experience with marine aquaria and their equipment will help you with this fascinating hobby. Meer info

Featuring the Best Information Best Resources Best Photos The best advice for taking care of your Freshwater Aquarium This all-in-one answer book will help both beginning hobbyists and experienced fish keepers to maintain an ideal community aquarium. Practical, easy-to-use information tells you everything you need to know so that you can spend more time enjoying your aquarium. Setting Up a Freshwater Aquarium offers: *Completely up-to-date resources, including top Web sites of interest to aquarists *Firsthand advice from an expert marine biologist *A guide to the best — and worst — fish to keep in your aquarium *Easy access to everything you need to know about the care of your aquarium and fish *Fundamentals to keep your fish in optimum health *Full-color photographs of a variety of freshwater, aquarium fish Meer info