Book
Aquariums : the complete guide to freshwater and saltwater aquariums / Thierry Maître-Allain and Christian Piednoir.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781554070855 (hc)
- ISBN: 9781554074624 (pbk.) :
- Physical Description: 281 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
- Edition: 1st ed.
- Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, c2005.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Translation of: Le grand guide de l'aquarium. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Aquariums. Marine aquariums. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Other Formats and Editions
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Branch | 639.34 Mai | 31681002108629 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
Presents tips for tropical freshwater fish owners, including information on aquariums, water management, aquarium plants, aquascaping, feeding, compatibility, maintenance, healthcare, and heating and lighting. - Book News
Illustrated throughout with brilliant color photographs, this guide for fishkeepers of all experience levels explains how to set up and maintain a freshwater or saltwater tropical fish tank. Particular attention is paid to the compatibility of various fish species and the selection of appropriate plants. The authors (a marine biologist and a photographer) also offer tank decorating ideas and discuss breeding techniques for freshwater fish. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) - Firefly Books Ltd
A detailed and comprehensive guide.
Freshwater and saltwater fishkeeping are challenging and tremendously rewarding hobbies.
Aquariums is a big book that covers every aspect a fishkeeper needs to know. Step-by-step technical instructions are illustrated with hundreds of color diagrams as well as hundreds of color photographs of fish in their natural habitats.
The book features:
- Choosing equipment
- Preparing the water and setting up the aquarium
- Saltwater and freshwater requirements
- Types of fish and their families
- Freshwater fish directory
- Saltwater fish directory
- Fish reproduction
- Plants for the aquarium
Balance is the key to the successful aquarium, and Aquariums suggests fish mixes in combination with appropriate plants. Quite often, an aquarium will be thrown out of balance with the introduction of improperly prepared rocks and wood decorations. Simple instructions are offered for the preparation of such decorative objects for the aquarium.
Packed with practical advice and useful tips, Aquariums shows how to set up a fish tank of stunning beauty.
- Firefly Books Ltd
Well illustrated and with step-by-step instructions, this book covers every aspect setting up either a fresh or saltwater aquarium including: equipment, preparation and requirements, types of fish, directories of fish, plants and more.
