In this book, similar species are compared which is an interesting aid to certain identification. Each species account is alive with information as to habits and diets, interesting behaviour patterns, reproduction and larval forms, colour variations, poisonous species and more. There is related information as to line-fishing and bait. The worldwide distribution of these fish is given making it interesting beyond the Southern African coast.

This title will appeal to academics, students, anglers, divers, aquarists, ichthyologists and all ocean enthusiasts. There are 400 species accounts which are accompanied by exquisite colour paintings which assist in identification.