Tropical Freshwater Aquarium Fish From A to Z (Compass Guides)
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Literally hundreds of different tropical freshwater fish are shown in vivid color photos and described for aquarium hobbyists. Readers will also find information on general aquarium maintenance. More than 300 color photos. Titles in the Compass Guides series are handsome and practical quick-reference sources for pet owners, pet fanciers, and aquarium and terrarium hobbyists. Books feature brief descriptive profiles of their subject animals, each profile consisting of a color photo, the animal�s place of origin, its basic housing and feeding needs, and its physical traits and temperament. In addition to the profiles, each Compass Guide also contains general information on animal species and their families. 200-to-300 color photos and index.
ASIN : 0764130560
Publisher : B E S Pub Co
Publication date : January 1, 2005
Language : English
Print length : 256 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780764130564
ISBN-13 : 978-0764130564
Item Weight : 10.4 ounces
Dimensions : 4.25 x 0.75 x 7.25 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #462,446 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #70 in Fish & Aquarium Care (Books)
Customer Reviews: 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 127 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when(‘A’, ‘ready’).execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( ‘acrLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault”: true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when(‘A’, ‘cf’).execute(function(A) { A.declarative(‘acrStarsLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault” : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } }); });
Customers say
Customers find this aquarium book to be a handy quick reference guide with good information and excellent color photos. They appreciate its comprehensive coverage of tropical fish species, with one customer noting it identifies all fish at their store. The book receives positive feedback for its value, compatibility, and usefulness for both new and experienced aquarists.
Tom8Pie –
Sweet Book Indeed!
This is a superb freshwater aquarium book to have; every freshwater aquarium keeper owes it to himself or herself to get this one. It’s packed with a lot of pertinent information on water temperature ranges, water types, care, habits, compatibility, etc. There are a lot of superb photographs that are a joy to explore. Walt Whitman once stated that he liked the feel of a good compact book that one could really get close to; well this is the one for freshwater aquarium buffs. Plenty of good reading with excellent photos! The plastic book cover is a nice touch to this fine paperback!
Cassie Doud –
Recommend this book for anyone trying to learn their freshwater fish!
Came quickly and as described. I absolutely love this book. Got it as a Christmas gift for a coworker who was struggling a bit with his fish. He carries it around and identifies all the fish at our store and tells fast facts about them. Recommend this book for anyone trying to learn up on freshwater fish. Will probably order a second one for myself for reference. Love it!
3rdGen –
Very helpful. Photos are superb.
Book is small (length & width). But, it is has about 250 pages of useful information. For each fish that is discussed, there is a nice, close-up, color photo. Plus the scientific name, the common household name, characteristics (very brief), is given. Also, the author provides a few sentences covering: Care, Habits, and Compatibility for each fish. Plus, the “recommended tank size” is given, which often seems too large in my opinion. This is a very good reference book if you are trying to figure out what type of fish you have, or if you want to check the compatibility of specific fish. The print is small, but it is clear and sharp because of the high quality paper. For the price, this was a good purchase.
Susan –
Good photographs and variety
Excellent color photos. Large assortment of fish to look at.
AintNoThing –
Very helpful for the new aquarist
As someone new to the hobby, this book helped me tremendously in selecting not only what fish I could and should put in my new fish tank, but helpful tips as to how I should care for them (Ph levels, water temps, compatible types, etc.). I reviewed this book and read “The Essential Freshwater Aquarium” guide; both books help ensure that my first try as an aquarist results in a healthy environment for my fish. I was so impressed by the A to Z Guide that I bought one for a friend who has kept fish for over a year but was mixing fish indiscriminately without regard to the size of her tank or the type of fish already in the tank. We both now have a high enthusiasm for our aquariums and consult the guide before any new fish purchase. Highly recommended for new and experienced aquarists.
Kathy Lloyd –
A reference book for tropical fish.
This is a simple reference book for tropical fish.
Albright Arms –
Great fish book for a beginner–
I bought this for my daughter that has shown an interest in tropical fish. Thinking it was a book with lots of pictures , something that would add to the interest. Instead I got a book with plenty of nice photos but also very good descriptions f that fish and the habitat that it thrives . I super book!!
Cat L –
Good General Fish Guide
I’m not an expert on fish. I bought this to have a better understanding of the two types of fish i have in my tank, but also what other fish will be well suited for them as well. Almost all Fish guides are broken down in the categories that are provided: Name, Characteristics (sexing), Tank/Water, Car, Habits, and Compatibility. I bought this book along with the “What Fish? A buyer’s guide to tropical fish”.The Good: I like the fact that there is a picture for each fish. It gave me an idea what they looked like and I was able to know instantly if I would actually considering putting the fish in my tank. I also like that this book has certain comments about the fish, that other general guides do not have. Most books, pet stores, and even online forum will tell you it’s okay to keep several guppies together. This books says that it should be only kept with catfish and bottom dwellers. I learned this the hard way. I wish I bought this book before that happened!The Bad: The only part I struggled with was the layout. It is smaller than normal text, they should have spaced out the sections a little more. I’m a little particular of layouts. This is the only reason I am giving it a 4 star rating. Also, I knew what I was getting into because I saw this book in the store.Overall, this is a great reference book!
L. V. –
Perfect
Saskie –
I’m a beginner with tropical fish and have just upgraded my tank to a larger size after a few years of bumbling fish-keeping (I inherited a bronze cory when my boyfriend passed away in 2011 and didn’t have a clue what I was doing, in retrospect neither did he! How Cory survived our well meaning but badly executed care I will never know but she lived six years in any case…) I was looking for a book that was basically an A-Z species guide and found exactly what I was looking for. Fish profiles are just detailed enough to keep the book compact yet not miss any critical information such as ideal water conditions, species compatiblilty, feeding info, tank size required etc. Excellent pictures and are fuelling my fledgling love of tropical fish aquariums. I feel like a little kid with the Sears Wishbook when I’m browsing this book! Very very pleased with it and highly recommend it.
Vishal Shah –
Definitely you should buy it for getting a good idea about the different kinds of fish.
Amit –
Book and text sizes are bit small but over all is a good book
nel –
THIS BOOK WAS JUST GREAT HELP IN ID THE FISH AND IF THEY LIKE TO SWIM TOP BOTTOM OR MIDDLE OF THE TANK AND FOOD AS WELL NICE PICTURES ON THE FISH SHOWING WHAT THEY LOOK LIKE AS WELL…THIS WAS GREAT HELP IF YOU JUST STARTING OUT AND HELP YOU WITH WHAT FISH ARE OUT THERE FOR YOU TO SEE AND PICK…GREAT BOOK…