Fishes of Australia

Fishes of Australia
Author: Roger Swainston
Publisher: Viking
Total Pages: 821
Release: 2010
Genre: Fishes
ISBN: 9780670071647

Roger Swainston's breathtaking artwork provides a fascinating overview of the extraordinary diversity of Australia's marine and freshwater fishes. Here, more than 1500 remarkable illustrations portray every family of fishes ever recorded from Australian waters. The names of all known species are listed alongside detailed information on the taxonomy and biology of each family. 'A culmination of more than 25 years of work, this is a fish-Identification lover's bible!' G MagazineFor more information visit- www.rogerswainston.com and www.anima.net.au

Freshwater Fishes of South Carolina

Freshwater Fishes of South Carolina
Author:
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2009
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781570036804

From mudminnows and sunfishes to lampreys and sturgeons, the guide describes more than one hundred fifty species of freshwater and coastal estuarine fishes that spend all or major portions of their lives in the fresh waters of South Carolina. For each species the authors provide diagnostic characteristics including size, markings, similar species, and sexual dimorphism as well as information on biology, habitat, and distribution. Color photographs and detailed distribution maps accompany each description. --from publisher description.

Simon and Schuster's Complete Guide to Freshwater and Marine Aquarium Fishes

Simon and Schuster's Complete Guide to Freshwater and Marine Aquarium Fishes
Author: Francesco Bianchini
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Total Pages: 400
Release: 1977
Genre: Pets
ISBN:

A guide to freshwater and marine aquarium fish and plants, including all common and scientific names, environmental needs and other pertinent information, photographs of each entry, and including a section on how to start your own aquarium.

The Illustrated Guide to Freshwater Fish & River Creatures

The Illustrated Guide to Freshwater Fish & River Creatures
Author: Daniel Gilpin
Publisher: Hermes House
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Amphibians
ISBN: 9780857232939

This stunning encyclopedic directory contains fascinating facts about a selection of the many wonderful and varied fish, reptiles and amphibians that dwell in the world's freshwater habitats. More than 450 of the creatures that inhabit the world's rivers, streams, swamps and lakes are profiled in detailed entries. The majority of species are presented with superb illustrations, and there are maps and quick-reference data panels to pinpoint distribution, habitat, food, size and breeding habits. With over 500 glorious images to aid identification, this information-packed directory of aquatic life is likely to appeal to anglers and aquarium enthusiasts, as well as to the general reader interested in natural history.

The Marine Fish Health & Feeding Handbook

The Marine Fish Health & Feeding Handbook
Author: Bob Goemans
Publisher: TFH Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-02
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781890087951

The Marine Fish Health & Feeding Handbookis the most complete, up-to-date, profusely illustrated marine fish health guide for home aquarists ever published. It includes hands-on advice for preventing, recognizing, and treating all common marine diseases, conditions, and maladies. Hundreds of color photographs illustrate symptoms, quarantine systems, foods and feeding, and preventive husbandry techniques. The book also contains information from scientific research performed by leading authorities that deals with various aspects of seahorse biology, ecology, systematics, and conservation and combines it with captive-care techniques of nationally recognized aquarists to make the best possible book on the subject to date. From first-aid tactics to everyday feeding for long-term success, this reliable guide offers easy-to-follow, state-of-the-art advice on keeping a saltwater aquarium healthy, well-fed, and free of common diseases and maladies. Sooner or later, every marine fishkeeper will need this book. From beginner to expert, The Marine Fish Health & Feeding Handbookis the must-have new reference for every marine aquarium owner. It is an indispensable tool for all aquarium shops and staff who care for and sell marine livestock.