International Encyclopedia of Tropical Freshwater Fish [Hardcover]

David Alderton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1997

A beautiful, informative reference for novice and expert alike

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.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House; First Edition edition (September 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 087605646X
• ISBN-13: 978-0876056462
• Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 8.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,200,713 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great basic, easy to read, very well structured book...., August 26, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: International Encyclopedia of Tropical Freshwater Fish (Hardcover)

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.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars outstanding, great for both beginner and expert, February 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: International Encyclopedia of Tropical Freshwater Fish (Hardcover)

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

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Photos - But Somewhat Lacking Otherwise, August 16, 2001

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Blue Chip "Blue Chip" (Mississippi Gulf Coast, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: International Encyclopedia of Tropical Freshwater Fish (Hardcover)

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.