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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, "must-have", and comprehensive, Feb 9 2001

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This review is from: Konings' Book of Cichlids and All the Other Fishes of Lake Malawi (Hardcover)

Ad Koning's Book of Cichlids and All Other Fishes of Lake Malawi is a fantastic book, and a "must-have" in my opinion.

The book is designed to be enjoyed by -- and put to good use by -- anyone interested in the cichlids of Lake Malawi. It covers all aspects of the fish including maintenance, breeding, behaviors, taxonomy, etc.. The over 1000 photos -- almost all taken in Lake Malawi -- are absolutely beautiful. And the cichlids of Lake Malawi are among the most beautiful, diverse, and interesting fish on this planet.

The book is a worthy counter-part to Pierre Brichard's Book of Cichlids And All Other Fishes Of Lake Malawi. Together, these 2 books provide the most beautiful, comprehensive, and thorough books on the African Cichlids of the Rift Lakes of East Africa. There is no overlap between the books -- one is on Lake Malawi, the other Lake Tanganyika -- yet they are remarkably similar.

I own both this book and Brichard's, and they are the most interesting coffeetable books I own. I flip through them often, whether idly reading, identifying fish I've just seen in a fish store.

This book is expensive, but entirely worth it. You can buy a less expensive book on the subject, but you'll always know you have an inadequate subset of the ultimate book on the subject.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must have book for the cichlid enthusiast!, Dec 13 2000

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This review is from: Konings' Book of Cichlids and All the Other Fishes of Lake Malawi (Hardcover)

This is one of my favorite books. Once again Ad Konings does a wonderful job of presenting the fish of Lake Malawi.

This book provides the Konings typically wonderful photos of virtually all of the fish and color morphs. The information provided on each fish is excellent as well.

This is a must have for the serious cichlidiot.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Cichlids and all other fishes of lake malawi, Dec 30 1999

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This book is excellent for someone who is more interested in identifying lake malawi fish as opposed to general information on how to properly keep these fish in a home aquarium. For someone who is not a beginner, this definitely is a must have book. The pictures are great and there is a whole lot of information on lake malawi and the general characteristics of each fish. Buy this book, it will be a decision you will not regret.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic African Cichlid Reference Book!
Mr. Konings has provided the african cichlid enthusiast with a lavishly illustrated reference work that covers the vast majority of mbuna encountered in the hobby as well as rare... Read more

Published on Dec 19 1999 by Randy

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent pictoral guide with concise information.
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Published on Dec 5 1997