The key to becoming a dedicated aquarium hobbyist is to succeed with your first aquarium. The Simple Guide to Freshwater Aquariums concentrates on providing you with a complete plan and all the information you need to choose and use the right-for-you aquarium equipment and the right-for-you fish and plants: it wants you to succeed. The information is presented in a completely straightforward text that’s easy to read, easy to understand - and very definitely easy to put to good use.
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Because of the fervent dedication of many aquarists, the needs of a new aquarium owner are often overlooked by people already well into fish. Read the first page
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By TooManyBooks
Format:Paperback
Before I bought my first aquarium, I read several books for beginners, and this is by far the best. Anyone who is interested in fishkeeping and follows the advice in this book will have a successful experience. All the basics --tank sizes (DON'T start too small!), essential equipment, water quality, feeding, etc.-- are covered clearly and thoroughly. In addition, the advice about chemicals and equipment to avoid will save you money and prevent stress on both you and your fish. Finally, the stocking schemes offered (there are many, many options) are like having an expert go fish shopping with you so you can choose the perfect selection of fish based on your preferences and tank size while avoiding the expense and disappointment of choosing incompatible or unsuitable species (e.g., aggressive fish, fish that grow too large, fish that require very special environments).If you are beginner in the hobby, buy this book, follow the advice, and you will have a great experience!
By Kelly
Format:Paperback
I got this book when I bought my first aqaurium, and am I glad I did! This saved a complete beginner from making some deadly mistakes and saved my fish from suffering. I have read it cover to cover more than once, and would recommend this reference to an aquarium novice. However, as another reviewer stated, this book doesn't have everything. You still need to research the specific types of fish you wish to purchase in case they have special needs. But, overall, this resource is highly useful.
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If you're a beginning "aquarist" and you plan to buy only one book (for now) then don't buy The Simple Guide to Fresh Water Aquariums by David E. Boruchowitz.
It makes a good "second" book for beginners but
it is too short on specifics to be you "main" resource.
Do you want to know how may fish you can keep in your tank?
This book does not tell you.
Do you wnat to know which kinds of fish don't mix?
This book does not tell you.
Do you want to know which kind of fish are more tolerant to hard water like most tap water?
This book does not tell you.
I could go on but you get the idea. The book DOES contain a lot of overview/perspective type information for people who want to really give their fish the highest possible care. It also has some VERY helpful information about which fish to avoid. Unfortunately event that information is grouped in two or three different areas and those fish are pictured at random spots through the book.
Instead, try You and Your Aquarium by Dick Miles
(ISBN: 0394729854)
or, if you don't need color photos get the tried and trusted "For Dummies" book Aquariums for Dummies.
(ISBN: 0764551566).
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Read This Book Before Buying An Aquarium
If you don't have a clue about where to start and you want to purchase your very first tank, please read this book before buying a single piece of equipment! Read more
Published on Nov 20 2003 by A. Parker
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An easy & fun read to get you hooked to topical fishies
I must confess, I have never thought much about fish. Except to ponder if my salmon would be better poached or barbequed. I am more of a furry animal person. Read more
Published on Nov 15 2003 by "skeeterpoke"
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Buy this book - Before you buy ANY fish!!!
I was getting very discouraged (after killing about 1 1/2 tankfuls of fish), so I browsed here on Amazon and found this book. I wish I could give it 6 stars. Read more
Published on Sep 28 2003 by jd
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Worth Recommending
I don't normally take time to write reviews, but I have this book to be particularly well-written, helpful, and enjoyable to read. Read more
Published on Aug 17 2003
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To the Point!
PERFECT! I just set up two tanks and this book helped me through everything! Great pictues and illustrations. Great advice and warnings. I am going to try the saltwater book now. Read more
Published on Aug 12 2003 by Henry Deguara-pagan
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This is the book for beginners!!!!
Of all the books about starting an aquarium for the first time,this is the first book i've read that harps on the secret to success!!! Read more
Published on Nov 12 2002 by "marusbrown"
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The MUST have book for beginning aquarists!
I have read several books to keep me on track while I enjoy my aquatic fascination, but this book is the bible of references for the beginner. Read more
Published on Oct 25 2002 by Anne
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The PERFECT starter book
First off, I've written a couple of technical books that you can buy here so I'm not an easy critic. I'm also not a beginner aquarist. Read more
Published on July 25 2002 by Gary C. Dodge
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The Simple Guide to Fresh Water Aquariums
WONDER FIRST BOOK!!! GREAT book for those that jumped in and didn't know quite what they were doing!! Read more
Published on April 21 2002 by I want to move to the caribbean
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Great Book for Beginners
This is a great book for first-time owners of fishwater tropical fish or those returning to the hobby after an absence of years. Read more
Published on Dec 25 2001 by "franlit"
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