Free eBooks The Reef Aquarium (Mini Encyclopedia) Available To Downloads
Now available in a brand-new high-quality paperback edition, this popular book instructs aquarium hobbyists in the many details that are part of setting up and maintaining a marine reef aquarium. It also advises on populating the aquarium with reef-safe fish and invertebrates. An opening section explains how to maintain correct saltwater chemistry, temperature control, filtration, and lighting in order to support a coral reef in an aquarium environment. Author Philip Hunt then discusses the use of natural rock and sand as the foundation for cultivating coral, describes uses of both chemical and natural algae filtration, and instructs on introducing invertebrates into the aquarium--particularly, the various species of coral. Vivid color photos display many different varieties of coral and fish thriving together in aquarium settings. Here in a single fact-filled and beautifully color-illustrated volume is virtually everything the hobbyist need to know about maintaining a reef aquarium. Approximately 400 color photos.
Series: Mini Encyclopedia
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (May 1, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 143800091X
ISBN-13: 978-1438000916
Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 0.6 x 7.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #771,028 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #158 in Books > Reference > Encyclopedias & Subject Guides > Veterinary #242 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Pets & Animal Care > Fish & Aquariums
I owned a high end reef aquarium store for 3 years and I found this to be one of my favorite books for beginner and intermediate aquarists (by the way if you ever think you want to start or own an aquarium store think twice. you will not make a lot of money and you will work more hours than you thought there were in day). It does a great job covering the specifics of reef aquariums and is not out-dated the way a lot of books are (ie old school lighting and filtering techniques are not a problem with this book). It is brief and easy to read, although not lacking any subjects. If you want more information on a subject, this book will give you enough knowledge to intelligently search the web for more in depth articles on that specific subject. It sets realistic expectations and points you in the right directions. If you consider yourself an expert, you probably won't find this book all that useful, but I think you would agree that this book is great for beg/int hobbyists.Anyways that is my $.02. I hope it is useful!
Not good for fowl tank and pictures of fish scattered all over the book
Great Book at a Great Price.
Excellent book, laid out well!
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