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Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) Essential BeginnerFriendly Guide to Setting Up Your Tank, Filtration, Health, Fish,,New
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The beginnerfriendly guide to your freshwater aquarium! Over 300 photos, clear illustrations, and drawings Everything you need to know to create a wellbalanced freshwater aquarium and help it thrive How to set up your aquarium with advice on substrates, furnishings, lighting, filtration, water management, and more Types of fish including cichlids, catfish, barbs, rainbowfish, livebearers, sharks, and more, what conditions they need, and which live well together Expert authors Stuart Thraves, Peter Hiscock, and Gina Sandford are all highly skilled fish keepersPerfect for beginners, Freshwater Aquariums provides the essential information that all freshwater fish keepers need to know to create a wellbalanced and thriving freshwater aquarium!Illustrated with more than 300 beautiful fullcolor photographs and drawings, and packed with informative, helpful advice and easy to understand explanations, this stylish guide harnesses the experience of authors Stuart Thraves, Peter Hiscock, and Gina Sandford, all noteworthy writers and highly skilled fish keepers.Covering a wide range of topics, the first section of the book is a DIY manual for setting up your freshwater aquarium, detailing the types of substrates, furnishings, and plants recommend for keepers. It also offers information on lighting, filtration, and water management. The authors include basic husbandry info on feeding and health care of freshwater fish as well as maintaining a clean tank, all with practical, reliable advice.The second section of the book, 'Fish, Plants, and Themed Aquariums,' presents a selection of popular freshwater fish and aquarium plants along with a look at some ideas for setting up aquariums that reflect natural habitats around the world. The authors recommend that hobbyists consider fish by their families or groups so you can set up the right conditions for them. Featured are the following groups: cichlids, catfish, barbs, characins, anabantoids, danios and rasboras, rainbowfish, livebearers, and loaches and sharks.The section on aquarium plants describes over 30 popular options, alphabetically arranged from Anubias barteri to Vallisneria spiralis 'Tiger'. The authors also share six imaginative themed aquariums mountain stream, Central American river, flooded Amazon forest, Congo whitewater river, Lake Malawi, and Southeast Asian swamp. Each includes information on substrates, display, plants, filtration, and suitable fish.Covering everything from tank size to fish and plants, this Aquamaster book contains everything a beginner needs to set up and maintain a successful freshwater aquarium!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Freshwater Aquariums'? A: The book provides a beginner-friendly guide to setting up and maintaining a freshwater aquarium, covering essential topics such as tank setup, filtration, fish health, and suitable plants.
- Q: How many photos and illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features over 300 full-color photographs and illustrations to aid in understanding the concepts discussed.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Freshwater Aquariums'? A: The book is authored by Stuart Thraves, Peter Hiscock, and Gina Sandford, all of whom are experienced fish keepers.
- Q: What topics are covered in the DIY manual section of the book? A: The DIY manual includes advice on substrates, furnishings, lighting, filtration, and water management for setting up a freshwater aquarium.
- Q: Does the book provide information on specific types of fish? A: Yes, it covers various types of freshwater fish, including cichlids, catfish, barbs, and livebearers, along with their specific care requirements.
- Q: Is there guidance on aquarium plants in the book? A: The book includes a section describing over 30 popular aquarium plants, offering insights into their care and compatibility with different fish.
- Q: What kind of themed aquariums are suggested in the book? A: The authors present six themed aquarium ideas, such as mountain stream, flooded Amazon forest, and Southeast Asian swamp, including details on appropriate plants and fish.
- Q: How does the book help with fish health and maintenance? A: It provides basic husbandry information on feeding, health care, and maintaining a clean tank, with practical advice for beginners.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is the book suitable for absolute beginners in aquarium keeping? A: Yes, 'Freshwater Aquariums' is specifically designed to be beginner-friendly, making it an ideal choice for those new to fish keeping.