A Living Jewel: A Beginner's Guide To Saltwater Aquariums Second Edition

By Robert L. Fuqua

This expanded and updated second edition builds on the success of the first edition and is the first book you should read before starting a saltwater aquarium. The key to success is knowledge and this book provides everything you need to know, in logical and easy to follow steps, to successfully set up a saltwater aquarium. The subjects covered in this book include; what kinds of filters, pumps, lights and other equipments are needed and how they work, how to maintain proper water chemistry, what kinds of fish and invertebrates can be kept, and how to identify and treat common marine fish diseases. This book contains all the information you need to easily create a healthy and attractive saltwater aquarium.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1442160233
• ISBN13: 9781442160231
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.4" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

A Living Jewel

So far the book has been helpful. The graphics are not very detailed but the overall ideas are depicted. The book is not a hardback. It just has a regular paperback cover. ... It is a definite place to start for the beginner.

Good Book to start a tank with

I would recommend this book if you are thinking of starting a salt water tank. It has information to help you select what size tank, fish types, filters, you might be interested in. You will all so find helpful hints if you fish get sick.Good read!