My First Aquarium Collectors Edition: The Joy of Tropical Fish Keeping in Classic Retro Style

By Alastair R. Agutter

My First Aquarium Collector's Edition Book - "The Joy of Tropical Fish Keeping in Classic Retro Style"

Taking up the noble and time honoured traditional pastime of tropical fish keeping should be an enjoyable experience for all. This book will become a valuable companion and friend to all new and existing aquarists, seeking the right advice and answers, to chart and navigate a successful path and journey for years to come!

CONTENTS INSIDE THIS BOOK:

Chapter 1 - A Little History of the Pastime - Page 11

Chapter 2 - New Aquarist Getting Started - Page 16

Chapter 3 - Tropical Fish Aquarium Theme - Page 28

Chapter 4 - The Aquarium Size, Stand and Positioning - Page 46

Chapter 5 - Aquarium Substrates and Furnishings - Page 77

Chapter 6 - Growing and Keeping Aquarium Plants - Page 109

Chapter 7 - The Aquarium Filtration System - Page 154

Chapter 8 - Aquarium Water Conditions - Page 182

Chapter 9 - Heating and Thermostats - Page 222

Chapter 10 - The Aquarium Lighting Methods - Page 229

Chapter 11 - Fish Species Behaviour - Page 236

Chapter 12 - Aquarium Fish Species - Page 256

Chapter 13 - Feeding Fish Species - Page 293

Chapter 14 - Aquarium Early Days Care - Page 315

Chapter 15 - Aquarium Maintenance - Page 319

Chapter 16 - Fish Species Safety and Health Care - Page 321

Chapter 17 - Fish Diseases and Cures - Page 323

Chapter 18 - Aquarists Reference Tables - Page 331

Chapter 19 - Aquarists Products and Accessories - Page 343

Chapter 20 - Breeding Tropical Fish Tips - Page 371

Chapter 21 - Additional Notes - Page 379

This same journey began for the author back in 1967, five decades ago, and today he is just as passionate about the hobby and pastime as he was then. Sharing 50 years of knowledge, and as folk know, hands-on experience counts!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 154065771X
• ISBN13: 9781540657718
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"