Aquarium Fish

Dick Mills - Author

£12.99

The clearest recognition guides available

Introduction

Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography and a systematic approach make the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Aquarium Fish the most comprehensive guide to all kinds of marine and freshwater aquarium fish. Packed with over 700 full-colour photographs of more than 500 varieties, it is designed to cut through the complicated identification process and enable you to recognize a species instantly.

Each entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the chief characteristics and distinguishing features of each fish. Colour maps indicate the natural range of the species, while colour-coded bands provide at-a-glance information on size, diet and temperament.

For beginners and enthusiasts alike, the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Aquarium Fish explains what a fish is, how aquarium fish are grouped and classified, and how the many different underwater environments have affected body shape, markings and coloration. There is practical advice on choosing fish and managing an aquarium, and a concise glossary gives instant understanding of technical and scientific terms used in the book.

• The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 marine and freshwater aquarium fish varieties
• Packed with over 700 crystal-clear photographs with precise annotation to make identification sure and simple
• Concise and jargon-free text pinpoints the key characteristics of each specimen and provides quick, accessible information

Reviews

Review by: Jake Begg, 30 January 2004

I have given this book four stars. This was a very easy book to follow and understand when first starting out with my aquarium. It's full of sound advice/information and illustrates good practices - Most of the fish when starting out were in the book but once I progressed from a beginner and found my confidence the fish I acquired were not - it was a peppermint plec and plecos in general - all in all a very good guide.

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