Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants

Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants
Average customer rating:

What a waste of money

Good book but some questions remain unanswer.

A great all round book for aquatic plants

A great plant book

Great introduction to aquatic plant care

Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants
Peter Hiscock
Manufacturer: Barron's Educational Series
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0764155210

Book Description

This heavily illustrated volume will prove a blessing to every aquarium hobbyist who has had to settle for superficial plant descriptions in general fish-keeping books. It presents a detailed A-to-Z directory covering hundreds of aquarium plants with high quality color photos and succinct profiles of each plant. Information includes the plant's common name, botanical designation, growth cycle, and general description. The book's additional sections offer details on how to grow and propagate aquatic plants, and how to protect them from parasites and other problems. This handsome volume features approximately 450 color photos and illustrations.

Customer Reviews:

What a waste of money.......2007-07-23

Don't purchase this book unless you are a botanist. It is very difficult to understand and the layout impossible to follow.

Good book but some questions remain unanswer........2007-06-30

This is a beautiful book with many high quality pictures of the plants. Overall it has well organized content but some informations are just not specific enough. For example, how much CO2 to dose to your tank is appropriate? How much Gh is a water soft or hard? How much time it normally takes to "cycle" a tank? No introduction on the pros and cons of different CO2 reactors types. Some answers may not be trivial but at least general guide line should be provided to be any useful.

A great all round book for aquatic plants.......2007-06-02

This is a very good all round book for aquatic plants from the substrata , to light requirments etc etc. This book even give basic gardening requirments and arranging to have a healthy and attractice garden in your aquarium .

A great plant book.......2007-01-28

This is an excellent book, simple as that. It has information on not only plants, but many other important aspects of aquarium care. It has extensive information on how plants work in the natural habitat, in the aquarium, and how to care for them.

Everything is simple and concise and explained well, the images are great and show exactly what they should. How to trim different plants, how to plant them, how to get rid of algae and making a balance of nutrients in the aquarium and so on. Just examples of what it covers, if you have an aquarium and have plants and just want to know what to do to keep your plants healthy, just get this book.

Great introduction to aquatic plant care.......2006-08-03

If you are new to planted tanks, then this is a great book to have. It discusses all of the relevent topics ranging from tank setup to pruning and proprogating to nutrients and equipment. The first half of the book is a guide to all of the aspects of caring for aquatic plants. There are a few places where a little more thorough discussion would have been valuble, but for most cases the book does a good job covering the topics. The second half of the book lists many of the plants that you can keep emersed or submerged in an aquarium. There are very nice pictures to go along with the descriptions, making it a useful reference for most plants you will find in your LFS.

In short, I'd say this book would be a nice addition to any planted tank enthusiasts library.

The New Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium

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The New Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium
Greg Jennings
Manufacturer: Firefly Books
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Complete Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium

ASIN: 1554071828

Book Description

A comprehensive guide to creating a reef environment in the home aquarium.

Designed with the beginning hobbyist in mind, this richly illustrated reference introduces the hobby of marine aquariums in a practical way. Explaining the technology and terminology clearly, Greg Jennings relates the aquarium setting to that of the natural saltwater environment and offers fascinating insights into the biology and the behavior of the most popular marine fish.

Over 150 species of reef fish, invertebrates and algae are described: their distribution in the wild, size, behavior, diet, aquarium requirements and compatibility. A large, full color photograph appears for each featured species, with personal recommendations on the fish considered best for the beginner.

The New Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium covers:

The natural history of saltwater fish
The pros and cons of the latest in equipment and technology
Saltwater aquarium setup and maintenance - starting out, water quality and temperature, tank decor, lighting and filters
Feeding, general care and health matters
An extensive illustrated selection of saltwater fish, invertebrates and algae.

A glossary, suggestions for further reading and a list of useful websites round out this complete reference.

Average customer rating:

Great book for the koi keeper
Good book-- but BE CAREFUL!
This is the book
All books should have such a high standard - kudos to tetra
Wonderful & Enjoyable

The Tetra Encyclopedia of Koi
Tetra Press
Manufacturer: Tetra Press
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ASIN: 1564651452

Customer Reviews:

Great book for the koi keeper.......2007-05-26

This is one of the best books that I have found on Koi. Beautiful color
photographs abound in this informative book. If you have to have only one book on Koi-this is the one. Lot of good advice on building a pond, what to do if there are problems such as illness, identifying fish pathogens and their treatment, different kinds of koi. I especially like the pictures of other people's ponds and landscaping-full of good ideas.

Good book-- but BE CAREFUL!.......2003-06-21

I lost half of my Koi in the space of 6 hours, because I was counting on this book, and it does not even mention the catastrophic disaster known as PH Crash. Unless you find out about that, and take preventative measures, this WILL happen to you!!

This book fails to describe water chemistry in sufficient detail, and these days it's pretty outdated. However, it does have a fantastic photo catalogue of koi varieties, and a decent overview of health problems, pond construction, and seasonal care. If you have fish, make sure to get multiple books in case one is missing important information.

This is the book.......2002-02-07

I have kept koi and bred them for around 5 years now. And when I pick up a koi book this always seems to be the first one I go to. As far as I'm concerned, if I had only one koi book this would be the one. If you're about to get into koi don't do it without the Tetra Encyclopedia of Koi.

All books should have such a high standard - kudos to tetra.......2000-09-20

Amazing. The only problem I had with this book is getting it out of my wife's hands. It covers EVERYTHING. Sections on Filtration, Pond design, Feeding (listing alternative foods that Koi enjoy), Anatomy (first rate), Selecting & showing your koi, a detail listing on the different patterns and scale formation and probably the best ( in my opinion) Parasites and Diseases, what they are, were they come from and how to destroy them.

This could be and should be renamed to "The koi instruction manual". If you are a koi breeders, I highly recommend this book, after reading it, I would wager that it would be THE book to recommend to your customers. The reason being that they would have less problems and get better enjoyment out of their hobby. It truly would be hard to go wrong with this book.

Wonderful & Enjoyable.......2000-01-26

This book is as easy to read as any grade school book and as indepth as books which I have read that cost 5 times as much. I have enjoyed reading it so much that the day after I was done reading it, I started reading it again. I own a nursery for watergardening plants, fish and supplies, and I highly recommend it.

The Tetra Encyclopedia of Freshwater Tropical Aquarium Fishes

Average customer rating:

well worth the money
Fabulous Illustrations &

The Tetra Encyclopedia of Freshwater Tropical Aquarium Fishes
Dick Mills , G. Vevers , D. Mills , and Gwynne Vevers
Manufacturer: Tetra Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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Customer Reviews:

well worth the money.......2002-12-13

a great book with good information my only complaint would be that it does not cover a wide variety of species.

Fabulous Illustrations &.......2000-04-18

This book is really great for the person that loves a big book with wonderful color pictures. It's one of those books you can just sit down for hours and look at all the beautiful pictures and detailed information of each tropical fish listed. There's also a detailed illustrated guide on how to set up a home aquarium and a list of common illness and treatments for sick fishes. I highly recommend this book for any aquarium enthusiast!

Encyclopedia Of Exotic Tropical Fishes For Freshwater Aquariums

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THE BEST BOOK REFERENCE
Truly exceptional book
A space filler book
Disappointing
A Very Good Reference but not Perfect

Encyclopedia Of Exotic Tropical Fishes For Freshwater Aquariums
Glen S. Axelrod , and Brian M. Scott
Manufacturer: TFH Publications
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Discus: A Reference Book

ASIN: 0793805708

Book Description

The Encyclopedia of Exotic Tropical Fishes for Freshwater Aquariums is an inspiring resource. The book is separated into two sections, with the first part encompassing six chapters of both general and specific fishkeeping information and the second part offering detailed profiles of 1000 freshwater species. All fish enthusiasts will appreciate the down-to-earth writing style and superb images by some of the world's top photographers. This practical reference also features anatomical drawings, multiple tip boxes, and over 2800 full-color photographs.

Customer Reviews:

THE BEST BOOK REFERENCE.......2006-08-14

I HAVE WANTED THIS BOOK SINCE IT WAS PUBLISHED, AND WHEN I COULD
GET IT FROM YOU, I TOOK IT IMMEDIATELY. I FIND IT TO BE THE BEST
OF REFERENCE BOOKS AROUND TO DATE. THANK YOU.

Truly exceptional book.......2006-07-27

I enjoyed the book immensly. I read it in one day cover to cover all 900+ pages. Very informative and great pictures of fish. I have been a hobbyist for 20 years and I still learned something from it.

A space filler book .......2006-06-23

The author doesn't even include the temperature to keep the fish.

Disappointing.......2006-03-12

I wanted one great dictionary for reference as I just got started with my aquarium a few months ago. I found this to be badly indexed, and since it is alphabetical by Latin subspecies and then Latin name within it, they assume a great deal of knowledge right off the bat. Then you need to look up the common name in the index to find the latin name and my most common fish aren't even in there under common name (ie., Molly, Platy). Guppy is under "D" in the index, a typo for "G" - which makes me think this wasn't even proofread. I really didn't need information on freshwater fish like bass and pike, since those aren't aquarium fish, so don't understand who the audience is supposed to be. Many fish in here measure over a foot in length. I have an aquarium, I'm not going fishing.

A Very Good Reference but not Perfect.......2006-03-04

Unlike many previous Tropical Fish books from the Tropical Fish Hobbyist publisher that were not much more that an unorganized child's picture book, this Encyclopedia is well oganized and has a great common name and scientific name index. A desciption of the fish is on the left page with two corresponding pictures on the right page which makes for easy reading. I would rate this book 5 stars if the descriptions were more detailed. It leaves out temperature range, PH range, sexing information, etc. even though there is sufficient room in the description area for about 40% more verbiage. I recommend this book to be used in conjunction with the 4 Volume set of the Baensch Aquarium Atlas which provides much greater detail of each fish species.

Aquarium Plants (Mini Encyclopedia Series for Aquarium Hobbyists)

Average customer rating:

perfect beginner book
Excellent book for amateur and wannabe expert
basic

Aquarium Plants (Mini Encyclopedia Series for Aquarium Hobbyists)
Peter Hiscock
Manufacturer: Barron''s Educational Series
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0764129899

Book Description

Hundreds of different aquarium plants are illustrated in color with detailed descriptions of each plant, its common name, botanical designation, and information on its growth cycle and general care. A brand-new title in the growing Mini Encyclopedia Series for aquarium hobbyists, this book helps aquarium owners plan, create, and maintain a colorful and interesting environment for fish and aquatic life. Each volume provides in-depth information and instruction on a specific subdivision of fish keeping. Complementing the text are sets of illustration panels filled with full-color photos, each with its own detailed and instructive caption. The team of authors, all recognized aquarium experts, show readers how to set up an aquarium, select species, and maintain an optimal environment for the tank's aquatic and plant life. Approximately 250 color photos and illustrations in each volume.

Customer Reviews:

perfect beginner book.......2006-09-06

this book is more than a paperback of color plant profiles, it touches on all the basics of fresh water chemistry, plant keeping, layout and maintenance, using short paragraphs and nicely illustrated pages. it lost a star for not elaborating more on the wide variety of fish, shrimp and snails that are often used to keep a planted aquarium clean.

Excellent book for amateur and wannabe expert.......2006-01-22

This book is a great buy for the price. It has the most recent information (2005 edition), is nicely organized and formatted, and the illustrations and descriptors are very good. The sections on individual plants is very helpful with most popular plant types illustrated and described. I especially like the fact that the decriptions, while brief, are very to the point and provide essential information in a clear concise way (plant height, light and other requirements, overall ease of maintenance, growth rate, suggested placement in tank etc). Not as comprehensive in listing species as some other books, but more than enough for most avid aquarists (I have had aquaria and live plants for over 25 years!). If you buy only one book, make it this one!

basic.......2005-09-22

Basically a good book. Pictures are nice and I couldn't find many faults. Book could be more extensive.

Complete Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium

Average customer rating:

Nice reference
Great Book for Doctors Lobby
Good Reference Book
Environmental awareness approach for new hobbyists
Comprehensive and informative.

Complete Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium
Nick Dakin
Manufacturer: Firefly Books
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ASIN: 1552978176

Book Description

An encyclopedic reference for setting up, stocking, and maintaining a saltwater aquarium.

Nothing rivals the color and appeal of a saltwater aquarium. The Complete Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium simplifies the complexities of setting-up and maintaining a successful saltwater aquarium.

The book illustrates and explains:

Specific characteristics of invertebrates and marine fish
Important differences between tropical and freshwater fish
Choosing a tank: advantages and disadvantages of glass and acrylic, different shapes, and critical construction details
Accessories such as aquarium heaters, lights, and filters
Water testing and maintaining the correct chemical balance

More than half of the book is a directory that covers species from 34 fish families. Details include their characteristics, natural environment, diet and feeding, size range, and aquarium behavior.

Coldwater aquariums are covered in a separate section that shows how to establish an artificial habitat for fish requiring temperate saltwater.

This full-color reference will appeal to saltwater tropical fish enthusiasts at any level.

Customer Reviews:

Nice reference.......2007-01-10

When I bought this book I had already been in the sw hobby for six years, but for some reason I had to have this book. Needs to be updated, but it offers a great and broad foundation of the hobby. It is easy to read, and has awesome pictures. Also some of the species names were different from what I have seen in most other books. ???

Great Book for Doctors Lobby.......2006-12-16

This is a wonderful book for the lay person to read as they wait to see their doctor. The pictures are lovely. I gave it as a gift to my favorite dermatologist who happens to have a saltwater aquarium on display.

Good Reference Book.......2006-11-03

We've used this book mostly for identification of fish that we didn't recognize at the pet store. The pictures are fantastic and it covers a broad scope of information on setting up the tank, reefs, fish and invertebrates. It gives information on what they eat, who they get along with, and what conditions they prefer. In some cases, however, the directions for caring for a certain type of fish were not as detailed as we would have liked. If you want a general saltwater reference book, this is a great investment. If you're looking for specific, detailed instructions on how to care for different things in your tank, another book might be a good supplement to this one.

Environmental awareness approach for new hobbyists.......2006-03-13

Full of excellent information about the marine bio-sphere. Most of the information is presented in such a way that environmental awareness is passed to the reader, which will be good food-for-thought for any new hobbyists. Crisp & clear photographs are backed by descriptions of marine life, which give a clear understanding of the subjects chosen.

Comprehensive and informative........2006-03-09

This book is a good reference book for fetermining what fish you might want to get down the road. I wouldn't recommend it for your initial tank startup as there are better books for that, but for fish ID and compatibility, it is nice. There are lots of wonderful pictures and overall good information.

International Encyclopedia of Tropical Freshwater Fish

Average customer rating:

Great Photos - But Somewhat Lacking Otherwise
Great basic, easy to read, very well structured book....
Great basic reference book!
Good, especially the photos. Basic, could be more detailed.
outstanding, great for both beginner and expert

International Encyclopedia of Tropical Freshwater Fish
David Alderton
Manufacturer: Howell Book House
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The International Encyclopedia of Freshwater Aquarium Fish is the ideal reference for novice and expert alike. It includes basic information about setting up the tank and creating a healthy environment for the fish. A complete directory of freshwater plants and their specific water requirements allows the aquarist to plan and develop a total aquarium. Gorgeous color photos accompany descriptions of over 200 freshwater fish species. A special key allows readers to determine water, pH and other important requirements of the species at a glance. Beautifully illustrated and designed, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as an indispensable resource for aquarists of all levels.

Customer Reviews:

Great Photos - But Somewhat Lacking Otherwise.......2001-08-16

With the exception of the first 21 pages, this 127 page book is devoted to some 200 photos of popular fishes. Photos are excellent as are symbol keys related to aquarium requirements. Also has a 4 page listing of common aquarium plants and their needs and suitability. However, with a total of only 8 pages devoted to aquarium set-up, this book is insufficient for the beginner putting together his first aquarium....Overall, a good book to have if you are purchasing it for the photos and related key symbols.

Great basic, easy to read, very well structured book...........1999-08-27

This book has a very comprehensive aquarium setup, filter and maintenance guide. After this section comes info and colored pictures of different kinds of fish, including it's adaptability, breeding info, temperament and the care it requires. All is indexed at the end of the book....The only down side to this book is that if you're interested in only ONE kind of fish, it won't make you an expert....All in all, this is a great book for what it was designed to do: help you decide what fish you want to buy.

Great basic reference book!.......1999-06-18

I enjoyed the fact that every fish is presented in full color. This makes it easier to identify the fishes. Though the most common are listed, these are good ones to start with, and I found this book to be an informative read!

Good, especially the photos. Basic, could be more detailed........1999-04-04

A good book for beginners looking for something to start with. It has good care and basic breeding information of freshwater and a few brackish fish. Photos are excellent.

outstanding, great for both beginner and expert.......1999-02-18

David Alderton's International Encyclopedea of Tropical Fish is an outstanding edition to anyones home library. Not only is it informative on tropical fish alone, it covers everything you would need to know as a beginer and expert in this fascinating hobby. As a collector of chiclids I was excited to learn that they to made a grand appearance in ths wonderful hardcover. Sincerely, John J. Browne

Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium

Average customer rating:

Neither complete nor encyclopedic, but still a nice work...
Good, has needed info on rarer species, with updated names
Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium
Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium
great book

Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium
John Dawes
Manufacturer: Firefly Books
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Book Description

This 288 page, illustration-packed encyclopedia covers a wide range of the fish species information and technical hints needed to easily and successfully maintain a freshwater aquarium at home. Several books in one, it features hundreds of species and offers advice on the latest equipment, foods, remedies, water treatments, test kits, and aquarium management techniques.

The Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium includes an A-Z listing of aquarium fish species, plus:

fish biology
fish in nature
fish conservation
commercial breeding
aquarium selection, set-up, maintenance, and troubleshooting
fish nutrition and feeding
fish breeding in the aquarium
fish health and diseases
aquarium plant species
planting and maintenance of aquarium plants
species of aquarium animals, such as frogs, snails, crayfish, and more

The book includes the latest information on koi and other coldwater species, one of today's fastest-growing aquarium sectors. Rounded out with a glossary and further reading, The Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium is a beautiful, colorful and comprehensive guide suitable for both beginning as well as seasoned aquarium hobbyists.

Customer Reviews:

Neither complete nor encyclopedic, but still a nice work..........2006-06-09

I was really hesitant to give this book only three stars, because it actually is very well-written and quite nicely illustrated. My main objection to the book is its scope, reflected in its slightly misleading title. In a well-intentioned effort to write a comprehensive one-volume reference, the author glosses over too many principles which a beginner should learn in detail, and skims over (or omits) some essential information on advanced topics.

As a broad overview of home aquarium science, the book is great; as a reference for either the beginning or the advanced aquarist, it will likely prove to be of limited practical use. Someone who is just starting out would do far better to purchase one or two of the many good beginner's books offered on this site. (If you're reading this, it means that you're checking the readers' reviews, which is probably the best way to find the most suitable books for your needs.)

Good, has needed info on rarer species, with updated names.......2003-01-14

I found information on fish that I could not find in other basic bread and butter books. While it does not have pictures of the more common species, those can be found in less expensive books. This is a book for the more advanced hobbyist, yet can be a great help for anyone with it's broad coverage. If you want a book covering basic species, go somewhere else. If you have been finding some of the rarer fishes in your pet shop that most books do not cover, then you will find this book helpfull. I do wish it covered more of the Corydoras, and included pictures for all the fish it describes however. All and all, it is nice to see current latin names used, and advice on keeping the rarer fish that seem to be showing up in greater numbers these days.

Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium.......2002-11-12

I found this book disappointing. Photographs of some of the more common species that are available at local stores were not shown. If there was a photograph of a species somewhere in the book the description segment did not give a reference page for the photograph. Knowing what rare fish look like is nice but not helpful for most novice collectors. In most pet stores these exotic fish are not available.

Complete Encyclopedia of the Freshwater Aquarium.......2002-11-12

great book.......2002-09-29

this is a great book to have on hand lots of excellent photos inside

The World of Koi (Mini Encyclopedia Series for Aquarium Hobbyists)

Average customer rating:

Good book, but has a lot of recycled material.

The World of Koi (Mini Encyclopedia Series for Aquarium Hobbyists)
Nick Fletcher , Tony Pitham , and Keith Holmes
Manufacturer: Barron''s Educational Series
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ASIN: 0764129880

Book Description

Here is detailed information on setting up and maintaining an outdoor pond, on selecting koi specimens, and on maintaining the perfect environment for this hardy breed of carp. A brand-new title in the growing Mini Encyclopedia Series for aquarium hobbyists, this book helps aquarium owners plan, create, and maintain a colorful and interesting environment for fish and aquatic life. Each volume provides in-depth information and instruction on a specific subdivision of fish keeping. Complementing the text are sets of illustration panels filled with full-color photos, each with its own detailed and instructive caption. The team of authors, all recognized aquarium experts, show readers how to set up an aquarium, select species, and maintain an optimal environment for the tank's aquatic and plant life. Approximately 250 color photos and illustrations in each volume.

Customer Reviews:

Good book, but has a lot of recycled material........2006-11-18

This is a good, somewhat comprehensive book with nice pictures. However, don't buy it if you already have Koi: Living Jewels of the Orient. A lot of the text is the same, word for word, as are a lot of the pictures.

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