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Complete Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium
by: Nick Dakin |
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Price: Not available new, get a great deal on a used book!
Used Price: $10.16
Average Rating: 4.5
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Published: 2003-09-06
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Editorial review:
An encyclopedic reference for setting up, stocking, and maintaining a saltwater aquarium. PNothing 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. PThe 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 PMore 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. PColdwater aquariums are covered in a separate section that shows how to establish an artificial habitat for fish requiring temperate saltwater. PThis full-color reference will appeal to saltwater tropical fish enthusiasts at any level.
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4 stars. No wonder why its rare!
I bought this thinking it's something different than what Mr. Dakin wrote 10 years earlier and for the most part it's not! If you've read the other one with a blue cover that came out in 93' don't buy this one! This one is about 90% the same book. Why this book was printed, I have no ideal! It has a little more detail regarding filtration but most of it has been reprinted from the earlier book! On the plus side this baby is very rare(less than10000)copies! Also, I heard because Fenner's Conscientious Marine book was a blockbuster(3 printings) and no better than this one Dakin and his supporters wanted more exposure! This thing should still be in print! In PAPERBACK, it's huge(10 x 12) 2plus pounds!
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5 stars. Table top sized pictorial of aquarium animals
Replace your stupid books of lame art and boring family pictures. Put this on your coffee table and let guest compare pictures with your aquatic species.
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5 stars. Great start
If your are just starting off or of been with the salt water hobby for a white thsi is a great book to have.
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4 stars. Saltwater Aquarium "Nutshell" book...
If you're familiar with IT books, there's a type known as "nutshells" which contain the critical essentials the reader needs to get about their business and gain a deeper understanding of the subject-matter. I'd read about marine tankkeeping on various hobbyist websites but decided to pick this book up to make sure I understood the fundamentals before I set up my first SW tank. Dakin is clearly devoted to the hobby and provides good, sound advice for me, a novice. Some reviewers lament the lack of details for particular species; for that information, I highly recommend A PocketExpert Guide to Marine Fishes: 500+ Essential-To-Know Aquarium Species which provides detailed info about compatibility, minimum tanks sizes, and feeding requirements for various marine fishes. All-in-all, this "encyclopedia" served my needs.
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4 stars. Nice reference
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. ???
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