This text provides information for both the beginner and the more experienced fish enthusiast. An introductory section on the fundamentals of buying and setting up a tank is followed by notes on fish-care and health, an examination of breeding behaviour and advice on things to consider when choosing which type of fish to keep. A plant directory, including several newly introduced species, illustrates 24 species of plants, with information on range, natural habitat and cultivation. Finally, a gallery section features the 200 most commonly kept fish from around the world, arranged by group, with notes on group characteristics and general requirements, details on individual species and mention of colour variants.
- ISBN10 0600591514
- ISBN13 9780600591511
- Publish Date 15 June 1997
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 18 July 2000
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
- Imprint Hamlyn
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 128
- Language English