The number of corals imported into the U.S. rose 249 percent between 1995 and 1996, an indication the coral reef hobby is booming. Concerned hobbyists have begun growing corals domestically so that people can enjoy reef tanks without destroying natural reefs. This book combines information on setting up and maintaining a reef, as well as ecological concerns.

"Keeping Fish - A Handbook" is a comprehensive and user-friendly guide, catering to fish enthusiasts of all experience levels. This concise yet informative book is a go-to resource, packed with essential information for maintaining healthy and vibrant aquatic environments.The book introduces readers to the captivating realm of fish keeping. It elaborates on the diversity of fish species and the joy they bring to home aquariums, setting the stage for...

Freshwater Aquariums for the Novice or Experienced Aquarist, Freshwater Aquariums in Your Life covers setting up the tank, the ideal fish to keep in your community aquarium and how to keep your fish and aquarium in top condition through good care and regular maintenance. The practical, easy-to-use information tells you what you need to know so you can spend more time enjoying your aquarium. Freshwater Aquariums in Your Life includes a special chapter...

"Little Critter and his classmates are taking a trip to the Sea Park, join Little Critter as he learns about exciting and strange sea creatures.

You've seen them before. Perhaps many times before. In the pet stores, at friends, when you visit family, and in public aquariums, no doubt. You're struck by the wide variety of species (nearly 1,500 and counting!). By the beautiful colors of some and by the unique shapes and sizes of others. You think to yourself: How can it be so? How can they all be related? What am I talking about? Cichlids, of course. The family of fish whose relatives can be...

"A ghost diver is haunting the local aquarium. Now it's up to Scooby and his friends to unmask that spooky snorkeler!"--Publisher.

Ruka, whose father works in an aquarium, and her two friends hear strange calls from the fish in the sea, while the adults, unaware of the children's experiences, try to investigate the mysterious disappearance of the ocean's sea life.

Both beginner and advanced aquascaping enthusiasts will delight in this aquarium plant guidebook! Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants is filled with hundreds of aquatic plants presented in an A-to-Z directory with high quality photos and profiles of each plant. Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants includes detailed information on aquatic plants, including common names, botanical designations, growth cycles, and propagation. Additionally, this book covers potential...

"This updated, comprehensive, full-color reference covers 500 of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish. It provides concise at-a-glance information on their behavior, diet and breeding along with guidance and recommendations on setting up a freshwater aquarium. Species include: Cichlids, Catfish, Cyprinids, Characoids, Loaches and suckers, Gouramis, Rainbow fish and blue-eyes, Livebearers, and others. Includes glossary."--

The seahorse is an amazing fish that is, a wonderful aquarium inhabitant, despite the fact that they are not, as easy to care for as most fish. There are approximately 52 species to delight the aquarist and they can be, kept on their own or with other fish and certain invertebrates. This book will introduce you to these fish by looking at the different species, discussing their appearance and biology, typical seahorse behavior, their feeding requirements,...