Hello, and welcome to the ever-wonderful field of aquariums. Thank you for allowing me to share with you the basics of goldfish care. You will find that though they've been human pets for centuries, and often referred to as "easy to keep," modern Goldfishes are quite different than commonly perceived. These minnows require a good deal more room than bowls can provide, attention to filtration, restraint in not over-feeding, and regular upkeep of their systems water quality. Not to worry; all will be revealed here.

Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks is the premier source of information for new "and" experienced saltwater aquarium owners. If you want a happy, stable, colorful, and healthy saltwater aquarium, read this book. The author is a long-time reef enthusiast and past store owner. This book was written as an explanation and road-map to a positive experience in the saltwater hobby.
Neil Barnhart called Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks, ""a must have for anyone interested in starting in the hobby,"" and went on to say he'd been ""in the hobby for 5 years now"" and can ""finally understand things"" he was ""embarrassed to ask the store guy""
david S. called Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks, ""Right to the point essential information"" and goes on to say, ""A must have reference that will make the hobby experience a lot more enjoyable.""
Matt Brown said, ""great tool to use"" and said, ""The tables within it are extremely useful"" and ""I can't think of another book that was as easy and enjoyable to read.""
Blaine Hatton said, ""it took many mistakes to learn what this book explains. I would recommend it to anyone that is interested in beginning a saltwater aquarium."" It ""will help save you a lot of headaches and probably lots of money.""
Mr. Blanchard walks the reader through the process of owning a saltwater aquarium from the perspective of a beginner. Starting with his initial experience in the hobby and ending with a chapter on responsible reef-keeping, the reader is offered a vast amount of information that usually costs the aquarist quite a bit of time and money to obtain; the precise reason most hobbyists quit within the first year.
Not only is almost every aspect of owning your first saltwater tank in this book, but Zechariah explains it in an easy-to-understand conversational-tone. The reader is encouraged to make copies of tables provided in the book and use them for maintenance logs, testing logs, and aquarium cost calculations. There is an extensive amount of information about the cycling period, water parameters and testing, necessary equipment, picking healthy livestock, acclimation of livestock, coral coloration, and lots more.
"If you are new to the hobby, or just want to brush up on what you've learned over the years, Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks is the right book for you "
Topics:
Before the Decision to Buy
Deciding on Tank Size
The Aquarium Cycle and Biological Filtration
Setup Checklist
Bringing Home Livestock
Acclimating Livestock
Feeding the Aquarium
Maintaining Your Tank
Water Testing Log Sheet
General Maintenance Log Sheet
Specifics on Water and Water Quality
Salts
Selecting Healthy Livestock
Refugiums
How to Move a Tank
Local Markets
Marine Ich
Do I Need Invertebrates?
Responsible Reef Keeping
"This is your moment. Make it your turning point in the hobby. Get your copy now to see for yourself how Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks can help you "

The Discus Book Second Edition now in Paperback The Discus Book (For the Dedicated Aquarist) first Published in Hardback in 1989 and now a 2nd Edition in Paperback including colour photographs in addition to the original black and white pictures for all Discus Fish Lovers Around the World. "The Discus Book Second Edition Paperback (with Colour, Black & White Photographs) - Some of the Old Ways are Still Always The Best " With Pictures and Contributions from Dr. Eduard Schmidt-Focke, Dr Liv Singh Khasla, Paul Clayton, Jack Wattley, Nick Hulme and others. The book has some valuable changes and is an essential reference to breeding these beautiful species and keeping them successfully. Twelve Chapters in this Book. Covering: The Discus and Its Natural Environment. The Wild Species. The Importance of the Correct Aquarium. Menu's of Live and Prepared Foods for the Discus Diet. The Requirements for Discus Filtration. The Genetics of Discus the Different Strains. Lighting and Electrical Needs. Collecting and Purchasing the Right Fish. The Correct Water and Techniques. The Successful Spawning and Breeding of Discus. Diseases and Problems. The Concluding Points. The book can also be an invaluable reference and source for any Tropical Fish Hobbyist, especially Cichlid keepers, as the book covers breeding signs and behaviour patterns, the perfect water conditions and the importance of routines and keeping fish free from disease. Finally, complete details and diagrams of the Author's Power Vain Trickle Filtration System: designed for all large tropical fish tanks and achieving the optimal conditions in a naturally planted Aquarium, with techniques also on Lighting, to achieve even flowering of water plants using Mercury Vapour lighting on timers, for sun rise and sunsets.

Advanced Aquarist's Online Magazine, an online magazine dedicated to the saltwater aquarist, is published monthly by Pomacanthus Publications, Inc at http: //www.advancedaquarist.com/. Articles include marine animal husbandry, proper tank setup, coral biology, and innovative ways for maintaining a marine aquarium. We rely heavily on science and scientists in the marine field to further our understanding in this area.

Sea Monkeys & Brine Shrimp

If you're thinking of buying Sea Monkeys or brine shrimp as pets - buy this book first. The Internet is full of people talking about their Sea Monkeys dying quickly, getting ill and even not hatching in the first place. This book will help provide you with all the information needed to prevent these mistakes.

Whilst Sea Monkeys are relatively easy to keep there are certain facts that you must know if you want to keep them alive and happy. Don't risk having to buy kit after kit and disappointing the kids (and yourself ) by failing to hatch them or keep them alive.

Sea Monkeys & Brine Shrimp contains everything you'll need to know including how much they cost to buy and keep, what equipment you'll need, where to get the eggs (or buy live), what they eat and how much to feed them, and how to look after them.

If you already have Sea Monkeys or brine shrimp this book will be an invaluable guide. You'll find out how to hatch them, how to breed them, and how to look after them as well as learning some cool facts about your pets.

Sea Monkeys & Brine Shrimp also answers lots of specific questions owners have including:

Should I change the tank water?
How can I tell the males from the females?
What do I do if my Sea Monkeys get ill?
How much so Sea Monkeys cost to keep?
How much should I feed my Sea Monkeys?
Can I feed them stuff from my fridge?
What is the ideal temperature for the tank water?
Are my Sea Monkeys fighting?
How long should Sea Monkeys live if you look after them properly?

Written in simple easy to understand language this book is a must for anyone wanting to keep Sea Monkeys or Brine Shrimp as pets.

Suitable as an invaluable reference for all Tropical Fish Keepers and Hobbyists, wanting to know the tricks on having healthy thriving tropical fish free of disease. The Discus Book (For the Dedicated Aquarist) first Published in 1989 has been re-written and published on Kindle as a Digital Ebook Edition on Amazon for all Discus Fish Lovers Around the World. With Pictures and Contributions from Dr. Eduard Schmidt-Focke, Dr Liv Singh Khasla, Paul Clayton, Jack Wattley, Nick Hulme and others. The book has some valuable changes and is an essential reference to breeding these beautiful species and keeping them successfully. "Author: Alastair R Agutter, began keeping and breeding tropical fish cichlids as a hobbyist from the age of 9 years, now with over 46 years experience." Over Twelve Chapters in this Book with original photographs. The Discus and Its Natural Environment The Wild Species The Importance of the Correct Aquarium Menu's of Live and Prepared Foods for the Discus Diet The Requirements for Discus Filtration The Genetics of Discus the Different Strains Lighting and Electrical Needs. Collecting and Purchasing the Right Fish The Correct Water and Techniques The Successful Spawning and Breeding of Discus Diseases and Problems The Concluding Points For the Successful Breeding of All Cichlids: The book can also be an invaluable reference and source for any Tropical Fish Hobbyist, especially Cichlid keepers, as the book covers breeding signs and behaviour patterns, the perfect water conditions and the importance of routines and keeping fish free from disease. Authors Editorial and Review: "This book has been a favourite with Tropical Fish Keepers for now 25 years. The Discus Fish, King of the Aquarium is the hardest species to breed and keep in captivity. By following the routines and methods in this book, ensures any hobbyist can keep successfully any type of tropical fish, be it a community aquarium full of tropical fishes, or seeking to specially breed cichlids and other species of interest successfully. The fish food menu's inside this book I think are very unique, where folk can make up large amounts of specially prepared food that can be frozen down and used when required, creating vast savings on fish food and providing the very best for your fish, with a high protein diet and with all the essential vitamins and nutrients, for healthy thriving fish. Some times the old ways are still always the best ways" - Alastair R Agutter. Build An Optimal Trickle Filtration System: Finally, complete details and diagrams of the Author's Power Vain Trickle Filtration System: designed for all large tropical fish tanks and achieving the optimal conditions in a naturally planted Aquarium, with techniques also on Lighting, to achieve even flowering of water plants using Mercury Vapour lighting on timers, for sun rise and sunsets. The Discus Book - Published in Paperback and Digital Book Editions is available world-wide

Everything you need to know about keeping sharks and shark fish as pets in your home aquarium. Guaranteed to answer all your questions and more, a must have guide for anyone passionate about sharks and shark fish. Includes shark and shark fish care, aquariums and tanks, pet shark species, feeding, diet, health, sharks to avoid, breeding, water chemistry and maintenance. The book is written in an easy and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Alex Halton covers all aspects of keeping sharks and shark fish in your home aquarium. The book is full of sound advice to answer all your questions.

A solid beginner's guide to caring for and breeding guppies, aimed at first-time guppy owners. Very little rivals the life and beauty a well-maintained aquarium can add to a room, and getting started with one of your own needn't be as difficult as you might imagine.

Heart to Heart with Your Horse is about how to be a better coach for yourself and your horse, so you can learn how to bring out the best in both of you. It will help you to learn more about yourself and what is important to you about riding and being with horses. It offers coaching tips, practical exercises, information and ideas that will enable you to improve your relationship with your horse, enjoy yourself more, gain more confidence and find the encouragement and support you need to progress.

Everything you need to know about Saltwater Fish as Pets. Guaranteed to answer all of your questions, this book is a must have for any owner of a saltwater fish aquarium. Saltwater fish diseases, aquarium, identification, supplies, species, acclimating, food, care, compatibility, tank setup, beginner, buying all covered and more. The Must Have Guide for all Saltwater Fish owners. This book provides detailed information about Saltwater Fish including designing your aquarium habitat, populating your saltwater tank, taking care of your saltwater tank, and maintaining the health of your saltwater fish. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Lolly Brown covers all aspects of Saltwater Fish. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions. Covered in-depth inside... - Picking a tank type - Selecting your equipment - Installing tank components - Estimated setup cost - Beginner, moderate, and advanced tanks - Acclimatization techniques - How, when, and what to feed your saltwater fish - Cleaning and maintenance - Saltwater fish diseases - Medications and treatments - And so much more Over 25 types of saltwater fish covered

Do fiddler crabs need air? What do fiddler crabs eat? Why does the fiddler crab have a big claw? How can I catch a fiddler crab? What is the difference between a male and female fiddler crab? Can you breed fiddler crabs? Where do I buy fiddler crabs? Did you know there are over 90 different species of Fiddler crabs? Fiddler crabs exhibit complex behaviour and require a specialised environment to thrive. To care for your pet fiddler crab you must know how to prepare your tank and make sure you choose the right aquarium mates. In this easy to read guide you will find the answers to all these questions and much more. Find out how to care for your pet fiddler crabs, discover facts about the unique fiddler crab life cycle, how to feed your fiddler crabs and advice choosing the perfect fiddler crab tank mates. Includes fun fiddler facts for kids.

Everything you need to know about Puffer Fish as pets and more. Guaranteed to answer all your questions, this book is a must have for anybody passionate about Puffer Fish. Facts, care, information, food, poisoning, aquarium, diseases, all included. Porcupine fish, green spotted puffer fish, dwarf puffer fish, figure 8 and green puffer fish, all covered. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Puffer Fish. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions.

Advanced Aquarist's Online Magazine is published monthly by Pomacanthus Publications, Inc at http: //www.advancedaquarist.com/. Articles include animal husbandry, proper tank setup, coral biology, and innovative ways for maintaining a marine aquarium. We rely heavily on scienceand scientists in the marine field to further our understanding in this area.

Advanced Aquarist's Online Magazine, an online magazine dedicated to the saltwater aquarist, is published monthly by Pomacanthus Publications, Inc at http: //www.advancedaquarist.com/. Articles include marine animal husbandry, proper tank setup, coral biology, and innovative ways for maintaining a marine aquarium. We rely heavily on science and scientists in the marine field to further our understanding in this area

Pisciculture - the process of raising fish--held a lasting fascination for the people of ancient Rome. Whether bred for household consumption, cultivated for sale at market, or simply kept in confinement for reasons of aesthetic appreciation, fish remained an important commodity and prominent cultural symbol throughout the periods of the Roman Republic and early Empire. Roman pisciculture reached its greatest level of sophistication, though, between the first century b.c. and the first century a.d. with the development of a highly specialized architectural element: the piscina, or artificial fishpond. Based on a thorough examination of the archaeological record and complemented by site plans, maps, and photographs, James Higginbotham's work represents the most comprehensive study of the fishponds of Roman Italy. Higginbotham covers the technical aspects of Roman fishponds--their design, construction, and operation--and places the piscinae within their social, political, and economic context. He argues that in a society fascinated by pisciculture, ownership of a fishpond was a powerful display of wealth and social status and, ultimately, a manifestation of the intense competition between aristocratic Roman families that would eventually lead to civil war. UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

This book is about a child that does not have any friends except for a fish. This is no ordinary fish. It gives a child everything he wants.

This is a detailed step by step guide to the construction of an acrylic aquarium filter. The techniques are centered around a home shop theme with limited equipment. There are companion videos and kits also available.

The 10 Steps to Goldfish Keeping in its entirety. Follow each and every step and it will lead you to a healthy ecosystem and healthy fish. Numerous articles covering anything you ever wanted to know about goldfish with beautiful color images. If your goldfish is sick or you just want to be prepared in case of emergency, or if you want your fish to be at it's best; this book offers emergency rescue procedure and recommended follow up treatment; tonics for prevention and step by step simple instruction on caring for goldfish. All natural remedies that you make at home; using minerals salts and herbs. for parasites; fungus; abscess; frayed fins; missing scales; clamped fins; bottom sitting; floating issues; pine coned; bent or curled; red streaks in tail; red blotches; pop eye; bleeding eye; gasping at surface

When it comes to getting rid of the pesky and prolific Aiptasia from a reef tank the little nudibranches known as the Berghia are certainly the superheroes of the hobby, only because Aiptasia is all that they eat! Their appetite for this dreaded pest makes them extremely sought after by hobbyists. However, the problem is that breeding them has always been very labour intensive and with relatively small yields. Until now! In this book you'll learn what doesn't work and what does! In fact, you can follow through the step-by-step tutorial on building a proven breeding system for producing hundreds and even thousands of these wonderful little nudibranches. This system designed, built and proven by the author is the secret to successfully breeding this organism in large quantities with relatively low daily system maintenance. But it doesn't stop there! The modular system design covers the breeding system for three levels of enthusiasts; the hobbyist, the hobbyist/entrepreneur and a light commercial system for turning your breeding operation into a full time business. So grab the book and a cup of coffee and learn to breed the Berghia nudibranch for both fun and profit! The best kept secret is out!

Reef Aquarium Success - Volume 1: Learn How To Maintain A Beautiful Mini-Ocean Environment Within Your Tank" is Volume 1 of the original electronic book "Reef Keeping Basics - Successful Reef Management." To assist in the marketing and promotion of that original book, the author - Eric V. Van Der Hope, decided to publish a paperback version of the book. Also, because the original electonic book comprised over 700 pages & over 300 colorful images, it wasn't cost effective to produce as a single printed book. Thus, "Reef Aquarium Success - Volume 1" has become part 1 of an extremely informative and educational resource.About "Reef Aquarium Success - Volume 1""A Comprehensive Reef Keeping Resource - Written by Hobbyists - For Hobbyists "Do You Want To Maintain A Beautiful Pristine Reef Environment Successfully, While Maintaining Proper Conditions For The Health of Your Tropical Fish, Invertebrates and Corals?Learn to master what it takes to successfully maintain a mini-ocean environment within your home or office Here's just a sample of what's revealed within the pages of "Reef Aquarium Success - Volume 1": Discover what the most important aspect to consider is before even beginning the thought of maintaining your very own mini-reef environment Learn 10 critically important steps to help guarantee your chances of establishing a successful reef tank.You'll get a revealing look at some of the most common mistakes hobbyists make that result in disastrous results. This is your opportunity to make sure that you don't do the same.Learn what type of water you should use - this can ultimately be your most important decision you make to help guarantee the success of your mini-ocean environment.Learn what the most important types of testing are at setup, how often it should be done, and what the parameters should be.There are several types of lighting arrangements you must choose from. Deciding what type of lighting is suitable for your tank will have a direct link to the survival of your reef environment.Learn how important a refugium is (usually in a sump below the tank) which has fast become one of the most useful filtration methods used by hobbyists around the world.This book is for everybody - especially for 'newbies'. There is no better way to learn more efficiently than from individuals who have been through it all before. If your goal is to be successful at something - then you must imitate someone who is doing it successfully Your chances of success within this hobby will increase dramatically if you do 1 thing - follow the advice from proven methods