Interpet Pet Brands Encyclopedia Of The Tropical Aquarium

Comprehensive coverage, from setting up an aquarium to choosing the best fishes. Getting a new pet is exciting, but also a little daunting. What every new pet owner needs is a source of instant knowledge, immediate answers to a range of vital questions. This new Series of guides provides answers to all those common questions in a brilliantly accessible form. Books are a valuable source of information and useful for a myriad of situations And your pet is no exception. The more you know the more prepared you will be for all sorts of situations. So don't Hesitate to stock your library with books that will help you to do your best for your pet and provide them with everything they need for a full and happy life. From the Inside Flap This mini encyclopedia is packed with sensible advice and practical guidance. The first part shows how to set up a freshwater tropical aquarium in the home. Part two explores further aspects of fishkeeping, including how to choose and use aquarium plants plus advice on feeding, breeding, health care and routine maintenance. Part three presents a wide-ranging selection of suitable fish, including details of their origin, ideal aquarium conditions, compatibility and breeding. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. The thought of putting together an aquarium can be daunting. The first part of this book shows you how to set up a tropical freshwater aquarium. Read it through and then start again at the beginning. What equipment do you need? Where do you put it? How does it all fit together? Where do you buy it? Finding a reliable aquatic retailer is the key. This may be a single shop, a unit within a garden centre or a large pet store. Look around several before you pick one that appeals to you. Listen to the advice you are offered and look at the health of the livestock. See how long people stay in the shop; fishkeepers are notorious for spending several hours in a good establishment, looking around and chatting with the staff. Now, put aside those fears that you are going to be thought of as a complete idiot; everyone has to start somewhere and a good aquatic dealer will know this. He or she will be well aware that novices are potential customers for a long time if they are treated properly and helped along the way.