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N-844 A Guide to Angelfishes and Butterflyfishes by Gerald Allen, Roger Steene
and Mark Allen 1998, 256 pages, hardback, 280 color photos $39.95This new monograph combines the two volumes of “Butterfly and Angelfishes of the World”. The current edition covers all of the known species. The narrative for each species contains a detailed description, habit, natural history, geographic range and distribution.
KW-154 ABC'S
Marine Aquaria by Burgess hardback, 96 pages, 64 Color photos, This book provides
practical guidance to selection of equipment and aquarium inhabitants and gives good
advice about routine maintenance and care. Everything you need to know about setting up a
marine aquarium is here, highlighted with 67 vivid full-color photos. Interesting, easy to
read, and just right for beginners or veteran tropical fish hobbyists. $9.36
MC-118 Angel & Butterfly Fishes (Reef Fishes Volume 3) by Scott Michael ???, hardback, 344 pages,
over 500 color photographs $25.95
Angelfishes & Butterfly fishes
continues Scott Michael's definitive accounts of fish species of interest to
marine aquarists. Representing more than a decade of research, writing and
underwater photography, this third volume of a five-volume set provides
authoritive coverage of hundreds of dazzling species of fish. Each species entry
covers identification, behaviors, feeding, selection, buying advice, captive
care techniques and secrets.
Contents;
Preface
Acknowledgements
The Fishes
Family Echeneidae - Remoras
Family Carangidae - Jacks, Scads & Pompanos
Family Lutjanidae - Snappers
Family Caesionidae - Fusiliers
Family Haemulidae - Sweetlips & Grunts
Family Nemipteridae - Whiptails & Spinecheeks
Family Sciaenidae - Drums & Croakers
Family Mullidae - Goatfishes
Family Pempheridae - Sweepers
Family Monodactylidae - Monos
Family Chaetodontidae - Butterflyfishes
Family Pomacanthidae - Angelfishes
References
Photography Credits
Bibliography
Index
About the Author
H-1100 Atlas of
Marine Aquarium Fishes, Dr. Burgess's By Dr. Warren E. Burgess, Dr. Herbert R.
Axelrod, Raymond E. Hunziker 784 pages, over 4,000 Color photos, hardback,
Third Edition, This
marine fish book is a beautiful and immensely colorful book that satisfies the long
existing need for a comprehensive identification guide to marine fishes. This book shows
not only the popular aquarium fishes but also the oddballs and weirdos, the large
seaquarium type fishes, warmwater and coldwater fishes, and foreign and domestic
fishes. $57.53
MC-108 Basslets, Dottybacks &
Hawkfishes plus seven more aquarium fish families with expert captive care
advice for the marine aquarist (Jawfishes, Grammas, Cardinalfishes, Tilefishes,
and more) (Reef Fishes 2) by Scott W. Michael 2004, hardback, 296 pages $28.95
N-262
The Beginner's Guide to Micro and Mini Reef Systems by Prasek 1992, paperback, 70 pages
$4.95
N-966 The Captive Marine
Aquarium by Wayne Shang hardback, 224 pages $45.00(Includes the DVD The Captive Marine Aquarium Mass Spawning of Tridacna Clams in Captive Systems)
Contents
Foreword, by Dr. Timothy A. Hovanec - The Power of One Person ......................... 6
Preface, by Daniel Knop .......................................................................................... 8
Acknowledgment ..................................................................................................... 9
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 10
Marine Fish Aquarium ............................................................................................ 13
List of the Fish ....................................................................................................... 15
Water Chemistry .................................................................................................... 17
Filtration ................................................................................................................. 19
Health/Disease ........................................................................................................ 21
Feeding/Diet ........................................................................................................... 23
Reef Aquarium ........................................................................................................ 41
Filtration ................................................................................................................. 43
Lighting ................................................................................................................... 45
Protein Skimmer/Foam Fractioner ........................................................................... 46
Water Circulation .................................................................................................... 47
Water Chemistry ..................................................................................................... 49
Water Temperature ................................................................................................. 50
pH .......................................................................................................................... 51
Alkalinity ................................................................................................................. 52
Calcium ................................................................................................................... 53
Magnesium .............................................................................................................. 57
Strontium ................................................................................................................. 58
Water Change .......................................................................................................... 59
Tridacna Clams ........................................................................................................ 75
Spawning Behaviors in Captive System ................................................................... 103
Reef-Building Stony Corals ..................................................................................... 113
Growth Sequence ................................................................................................... 155
Reef Fishes ............................................................................................................. 167
Marine Fish Breeding .............................................................................................. 195
Coral Propagation ................................................................................................... 199
Photographic Details ................................................................................................ 221
About the Author .................................................................................................... 224
The Power of One Person
This book represents what one person, one determined person — no, what one dedicated person can do. When it comes to incredibly beautiful aquaria full of big healthy fish and fantastic corals of all shapes and sizes, one might naturally think of public aquaria which are thousands or tens of thousands of gallons in size, located in huge buildings and staffed by several professional full-time aquarists backed by a water quality laboratory. Here in these pages is the proof that those features are not required to achieve the pinnacle of success with marine aquaria.
When I first saw Wayne Shang’s tanks, I couldn’t believe them. The fish-only tank had the largest specimens of marine tropical fish I had ever seen in a home aquarium. Their fitness and size were better and larger, respectively, than any I had ever seen, even in a public aquarium. Plus, these were not the fish considered to be easy by the many experts in the hobby; they were difficult and impossible ones. Here they were in sizes that one can’t comprehend, but you see them with your own eyes. I thought it could not be possible to surpass this accomplishment; but then, he showed me his reef tank. Again, this tank would have been impossible to fathom, had it not been in front of my own eyes. The density, size, and variety of corals; the numbers, types, and colors of fish rivaled anything I had seen diving in places like Fiji, Bonaire, the Philippines, and Grand Cayman.
The reef tank truly represented the closest I had ever seen of someone, anyone, replicating a slice of Mother Nature.
As you look through these pages, remember these are home aquaria. Their size, their location, their filtration and lighting set-ups are not complicated systems designed by some NASA-like engineering firm and professional architect. No, the components are available to anyone. The tanks and the areas around the tanks were clean and would be acceptable to any
Foreword
“significant other.” None of the tangled cords, salt creep, smells, and assorted clutter normally associated with aquaria was present. These are pristine, beautiful showpieces that demonstrate what an “amateur” can do. Amateur in only that one is not monetarily compensated for the effort. However, there is nothing amateur about the tanks, the set-ups, the organisms, the filtration, and the results of Wayne’s efforts.
Nonetheless, there is a secret ingredient. The secret ingredient that provides Wayne Shang success in my opinion? Dedication. It is obvious he is not satisfied with average, not satisfied with unsupported answers and claims, not satisfied with normal. Yes, many things are unknown about what it takes to achieve true success in this hobby. However, as this book so clearly demonstrates, one person with the will, the inquisitiveness, and the dedication to a goal can achieve the aspiration that so many strive to attain: marine aquaria that replicate and honor nature.
Enjoy this book and what it represents. In these days of “crowd following” and passive acceptance of inferior products, it is refreshing to know there are still concrete, visible examples of what one person can accomplish when he dedicates himself to a task. No committees, no big groups, no panel of experts — just a single person with a goal who builds and maintains the best closed marine aquaria possible, and provides the fish and corals the opportunity to grow and prosper as never before in captivity. It can be done. Here is the proof.
It was with pleasure that I accepted Wayne’s invitation to write this foreword. Please take time to study these photos and appreciate the work, time, and dedication that is behind the results you see in these pages: they show the power of one person.
Dr. Timothy A. Hovanec
RD-057 Clownfishes By Richard F. Stratton
2000, hardback, 64 pages, 88 color photos $9.95
Beautifully and colorfully illustrated with photos that serve as identification guides for showing differences between the often-confused clownfish species. Topics include housing, feeding, breeding and interaction with various anemone species.
N-494 Clownfishes A Guide to Their Captive Care, Breeding & Natural History by
Joyce D. Wilkerson The droll and exotically pigmented clownfish is a favorite of marine
aquarists, divers, and amateur naturalists the world over. Now, one of the pioneers in the
captive breeding of clownfishes in home aquaria has written the first popular handbook on
the husbandry of these fascinating marine species. Chapters include: Clownfishes in the
Wild, Fish & Anemone Species Identification Guides, Selecting Breeding Stock,
Orchestrating the Spawn, Propagation as a Cottage Industry, Anemone Ecology and
Preservation paperback, 208 pages, 2001, Full-color photographs throughout,
$24.26
WW-037 Collecting Maine
Fishes By Jonklaas hardback, many Color photos, In this book, the
accomplished and renowned aquarist Rodney Jonklaas takes the reader on an odyssey through
the ins-and-outs of marine fish collecting. Illustrated with over 100 strikingly beautiful
photos of marine life, the book discusses the collection, care and transportation of
marine fishes with important pointers about where and when the best fishes can be found
and harvested. The author's emphasis is on careful conservation, and chapters include
Behavior of Tropical Marine Fishes, Keeping Your Fish Alive, collecting with (and without)
SCUBA gear, and Angling with Light Tackle. Scores of tropical fishes-such as gobies,
damselfishes, wrasses and blennies-and invertebrates like urchins and starfish are
chronicled in such a way that novice and professional hobbyists alike can learn more about
collecting and bringing home these species. $11.48
N-453 Conditioning, Spawning and Rearing of Fish With Emphasis on Marine
Clownfish
by Hoff 1996, paperback, 212 pages. $28.95
Emphasis is on closed system commercial culture of tropical marine fish with emphasis on Amphiprion (clownfish). Information includes work done on other marine fish including pompano, black sea bass, redfish and freshwater species including discus and angelfish. Includes: utilization of live and prepared foods, broodstock management and conditioning, oocyte analysis, utilization of hormones and conditioned spawning, hatching, broodstock management, tank selection, system designs, larval rearing, juvenile grow-out, theory and practice, data gathering and analysis, trouble shooting, cost analysis and future fish culture endeavors. Published August 1996. Page format 8.5" x 11", 64 tables, 67 figures and 25 photos. A must for fish Breeders, fresh or saltwater, and serves as a companion manual to the Plankton Culture Manual.
The Conscientious Marine Aquarist A Commonsense Handbook for Successful Saltwater
Hobbyists By Robert M. Fenner Brining the ethics and curiosity of a marine ecologist
to the home aquarium field, Robert Fenner provides new standards and fresh insights into
the intelligent selection and care of captive saltwater fishes and invertebrates. As a
pragmatic, hands-on guide for beginning to intermediate hobbyists, The Conscientious
Marine Aquarist demystifies the process of planning, setting up, stocking, and managing a
beautiful, thriving slice of the tropical ocean. A leading advocate for the responsible
collection and care of wild-caught specimens, Fenner starts with the basics -- "What
is a fish?" -- and proceeds to give the reader the scientific background and
expert-level secrets to being a smarter consumer, better steward, and more successful
marine aquarium keeper. The Conscientious Marine Aquarist includes: Honest Advice for
Beginners, Great Fishes & Invertebrates for the Home Aquarium, Foolproof Setup
Techniques, Species to Avoid, 432 pages, 1988, Full-color photographs throughout 
N-811 Coral Fish by Linda Pitkin
2001, paperback, 112
pages $14.95
In over 100 color photos by biologist and award-winning photographer Pitkin, "Coral Fish" depicts the variety of fish supported by coral reefs around the world.
N-439 Coral Reef Animals of The Indo-Pacific Animal Life From Africa to
Hawaii Exclusive of The Vertebrates by Gosliner, Behrens and Williams 8 x 10, 1996, paperback, 288 pages, 1000 color photos, paperback $45.00
This field guide describes approximately 1,000 species of invertebrates and tunicates that are found in the Central and Western Pacific and Indian Oceans. The narrative for each species will include a description of the animal and discuss its natural history and distribution.
N-960 Coral Reef Fishes: Indo-Pacific and
Caribbean by Ewald Lieske and Robert Myers 2001, paperback, 400 pages, 4 x
7, More than 2,500 color illus $24.95 
N-886 Costal Fish Identification California to Alaska
by Paul Humann $32.95 
N-183 Damselfishes
of The World by Gerald Allen 320 species of the family Pomacentridae described, 500
color photos, hardback, this edition builds upon the information in "Anemonefishes of
the World", 271 pages, 1991, $28.80
N-597 Dottyback
(Pseudochromis fridmani) An Aquarist's Journal, Breeding the Orchid by Moe 1997,
paperback, 285 pages $18.45
This summary provides a review of the ecology of coral reef fishes, contributed by North American and Australian researchers. Areas covered include the development of non-equilibrium models of community organization and the role of recruitment variability in structuring local assemblages and insights into predator-prey and plant herbivore interactions. The book is intended to be suitable for graduate students and professional researchers in ecology.
Contents:
N-812 Ecology of the Marine Fishes of Cuba Edited by
Claro, Linderman and Parenti
2001, hardback, 253 pages $55.00
N-743 Essential Guide To Choosing Your
Marine Tropical Fish, An (Tankmasters
Series) by Dick Mills 2001, hardback, 78 pages, 10 1/8 x 7 1/8
$9.95
N-627 European Sea Fishes. Gibraltar to Norway. An
illustrated identification guide to recorded species. The Pocketbook. By Gerald
Jennings 1996, plastic cover, 211 pages $29.90
A sister and companion guide to Mediterranean Fishes, the Pocketbook, for those interested in more northerly European species. As the title implies it covers the majority of species inhabiting the waters between the Mediterranean and Arctic European areas. Over 400 species are described and almost all are illustrated within the text.
N-642 European Sea Fishes - Gibraltar to Norway
- Taxonomic
Classification of Recorded Species By G. Jennings paperback, 1996,
The 1996 checklist - A classified Taxonomic Checklist of all validated and
verified species recorded on the Calypso Ichthyological Database for the
North-Eastern Atlantic area including Addendum No. 1 (1998) $19.90
N-716 Fishes of the
Gulf of Mexico Texas,
Louisiana, and Adjacent Waters By H. Dickson Hoese and Richard H. Moore 1998,
hardback, 422 pages, covers 539 species, over 539 color photographs on 112
plates (Texas A&M) $34.95
N-629 The Fishes of the Indian Ocean. The 1998 Taxonomic Checklist of
over 1,850 species By Gerald Jennings 1998, 256 pages, Plastic cover $40.00
N-629AD1 Addendum No.1 to Fishes of the Indian Ocean Arabia,
1998/9, 33 pages, Plastic cover Free if requested
with book order. $5.00 if ordered separately
N-827
Fishwatcher’s species checklist for Pacific Coast Invertebrates and Fishes by
Daniel Gotshall 6 x 9, 24 pages, paperback $6.95This booklet is designed for divers and snorkelers to record their first observations of the common invertebrates and fishes of the Pacific Coast, Alaska to Baja California. All of the common species are listed by common as well as scientific names. For each date there is a place for noting the location and depth of the observation, as well as a column for remarks.
N-481 Giant Clams
A Comprehensive Guide to the Identification and Care of Tridacnid Clams By Daniel Knop
255 pages, 310 color Illustrations, hardback, 1996 $37.95
Full-colr field guide describing 253 species of inshore, subtidal marine invertebrates that are commonly observed by biologists, divers and naturalists from the Gulf of Alaska to Central Baja California. Each species is illustrated with a color photo and has a narrative which includes habitat, identification, depth and geographic range and size.
Hawaii’s
Sea Creatures A Guide to Hawai'i's Marine Invertebrates by John Hoover
1998, paperback, 376 pagesA detailed exploration of Hawaii’s invertebrates. Over 600 color photographs represent thousands of hours of dive time to give a comprehensive, up close look at Hawaii’s fascinating sea creatures.
Noted diver, animal lover, and best-selling author of Hawaii’s Fishes, and A Pocket Guide to Hawai‘i’s Underwater Paradise presents a detailed exploration of Hawai‘i’s invertebrates. The reader is led deep into the undersea realm with photographs of over 500 species of lobsters, shrimps, crabs, shells, octopus, corals, anemones, urchins, stars, sponges, slugs and a host of other lesser-known creatures. Virtually all the animals encountered by Hawai‘i’s snorkelers, divers and beachgoers are here. Also provided are scientific, common and Hawaiian names for each animal, and a wealth of information on its natural history, ecology, cultural importance and even suitability for aquariums
N-806 How To Get There From Here by Dr. Ron Shimek
2001, paperback, 32 pages $6.49
N-59
The Instant Ocean Handbook an Introduction to The Marine Aquarium 1979,
21pages, paperback $.99
N-490 Intertidal
Fishes Life in Two Worlds By Horn, Martin and Chotkowski 1999, 399 pages,
hardback $81.95
N-604 Introduction
to Marine Biology By George Karleskint, Jr. 1998, paperback, 480 pages, Written
for a one-semester non-majors marine biology course or a field-related marine biology
course at any two or four year school. The theme of the text is ocean ecology - how
organisms interact with each other and their environment. Unlike other texts in this
market, this unifying theme is introduced early (Chapter 2) and all remaining chapters are
tied by an ecological thread. $92.95
N-599 Live Sand
Secrets A Dialog On Living Sand Filtration by Goemans. 1998, paperback, 28 pages $6.49
WW-065 Marine
Angelfishes By Joachim Frische 1998, hback, 64 pages $9.95
The fishes of the family Pomacanthidae, which form the group popularly known as marine angelfishes, are among the most beautiful and interesting fishes in the world. Because of their good looks and their other bases of appeal, they have been among the most sought after of all species for saltwater aquaria. Unfortunately, they are not among the easiest of fishes to keep; over the course of time, in fact, a number of them have gained a reputation for being overly delicate. In some cases that reputation is deserved, as a few of the pomacanthids make demands that can be satisfied only by experienced specialists. But success with many of these truly exotic fishes can be attained simply by following the very practical recommendations made by author Joachim Frische in this book. One of Europe's most renowned marine aquarist/scientist, Frische has a special dedication to the marine angelfishes, and his book is a testament to his efforts to provide information that will allow marine hobbyists of all levels of experience to keep these beauties successfully. He puts the expertise he has gained over many years of angelfish specialization to good use in covering every area of angelfish care, from specific recommendations about dietary regimens and which species can be kept together and which can't - which ones are better candidates for reef tanks - right through pair formation and mating behavior. Illustrated with more than one hundred full-color photos, the book is a very valuable identification guide to the many species discussed as well as an eye-pleaser in its own right.
TS-133 Marine
Aquaria and Miniature Reefs by Dr. Emmens hardback, 320 pages, over 600 Color photos
and Drawings, This book gives a practical approach to the keeping of marine aquariums and
miniature reefs. Dr. Emmens has produced an easy-to-follow guide to fishes and
invertebrates and the equipment necessary to their well being. Accompanied by over 600
full-color photos and drawings, the text is a complete reference to saltwater aquaria,
both conventional and miniature reef. $34.49
WW-010 Marine
Aquarium By Richard F. Stratton hardback, 64 pages, illustrated with over 100
full-color photos, presents sensible, easy-to-follow recommendations about selecting and
caring for marine fishes. Noted scientist/hobbyist Richard F. Stratton concentrates on
providing readers with vital information they need and want and makes his coverage of a
relatively complicated subject both enjoyable to read and easy to understand. $13.57
KW-088 Marine
Aquaria by Burgess hardback, 37 Color photos, 96 pages, This book, illustrated with 36
full-color photos, and 38 black and white photos, presents sensible, easy-to-follow
recommendations about setting up and caring for an aquarium for saltwater fishes. It
concentrates on providing readers with the information they need and want-all given in an
interesting and easy-to-read style. $9.36
KW-031 Marine
Fishes By Dr. Herbert R. Axelrod & Dr. Warren E. Burgess 96 pages, 74 photos,
hardback, This book, illustrated with many full-color photos and drawings, presents
sensible, easy-to-follow recommendations about selecting and caring for Marine Fishes. It
concentrates on providing readers with the information they need and want-all given in an
interesting and easy-to read style. $9.36
MC-110S Marine Invertebrates,
A PocketExpert Guide by Ronald L. Shimek, Ph.D. 2004, paperback, 448
pages, 450 color photographs, 500+ Essential-to-Know Aquarium Species $19.95
PL-2017 Marine
Tropical Aquarium Guide by De Graaf 282 pages, 54 Color photos, 14 black and white
photos, hardback, Here in one highly colorful volume is all of the practical information
and easy-to-understand advice that anyone starting up a marine aquarium would need. Every
significant aspect of beginning a marine aquarium and keeping it in tip-top shape is
covered and covered well, with emphasis on the points that hobbyists need to know to make
their jobs easier and their efforts more successful. Over fifty beautiful full-color
photos add to the attractiveness and value of this book. Contents include: Theory
and Practice: Sea Water in Nature, Sea Water in the Aquarium; Preparing the Marine Aquarium;
Setting up the Aquarium; Care of the Aquarium. Aquarium Inhabitants: Populating the Tank,
Fish Catalog; Aquarium Invertebrates. $14.33
PS-735 Marine
Aquarium in Theory and Practice by Emmens hardback, 208 pages, 99 black & white
photos, 191 Color photos $17.21
TW-117 hardback $12.29
TW-117S paperback $9.95
Well organized in a step-by-step and easy to read format, the text covers complicated concepts and makes them understandable. A book for beginners and advanced hobbyist alike.
RE-611 Marine Aquarium, The Guide to Starting a by David E.
Boruchowitz 2003, paperback, 64 pages $5.09
H-1101 Marine
Community Aquarium How Fish and Invertebrates Live together in The Miniature Reef
Aquarium by Dr. Zann 416 pages, hardback, 315 Color photos, 83 black & white
photos, 33 Drawings, This book is a stimulating introduction into a fascinating aspect of
biology---symbiotic associations. Written for students, aquarists, naturalists and
biologists, this book covers topics such as parasitism, coral reefs, soft bottom
communities, symbiotic algae and key animals in the fish community. $17.21
H-1103 Marine
Fishes and Invertebrates in Your Own Home by Emmens 192 pages, hardback, 315 Color photos
& Drawings, Written by a world-famous authority, this library bound hardcover book is
a completely up-to-date how-to book covering every aspect of marine fishes with an
emphasis on making sure that marine tanks are set up properly to begin with. Specific
topics cover natural systems, miniature reef aquariums, different filtration systems, fish
and aquarium maintenance, diseases, parasites, invertebrates, corals and plants.
$25.85
H-951 Marine
Invertebrate, Encyclopedia Edited by Walls 1982 copyright, hardback, 736 pages, over
600 Color photos, Although marine invertebrates such as shrimp, anemones, starfish,
snails, and their relatives outnumber fishes by at least 20 to 1, few people really know
much about them. After reading the Encyclopedia of Marine Invertebrates, however, the
reader will be aware that more than fishes swim in the sea-and that many invertebrates
make fishes appear dull by comparison. Instead of the usual textbook approach emphasizing
dry anatomy and taxonomy, the Encyclopedia presents the invertebrates as living animals,
with much detail on their life history and behavior. Over 300 pages of large full-color
photographs provide a record of the most commonly seen aquarium invertebrates plus some of
the most unusual animals to be found in the seas. This combination of text and photos
provides a one-source reference that should be on the shelf of every aquarist, beach
comber, and collector who has any interest in the sea and the life that abounds in
it. $57.53
PS-658 Marine
Invertebrates by Friese hardback, 240 pages, 1 black and white photo, 119 Color
photos, The increasing popularity of 'miniature reef' aquariums has made marine
invertebrates more important as elements in the marine aquarium than ever before. These
colorful and highly interesting animals are now regularly available, either as 'living
rock' combinations or as solitary specimens such as sea stars, sea urchins, sea slugs, sea
cucumbers, crabs, shrimp, anemones, and many other species. This book is intended to give
the answers to many of the basic questions regarding marine invertebrates in the home
aquarium. Essentially the objective of this book is two-fold. Firstly, this book will
attempt to discuss the actual requirements of marine invertebrate animals from an aquarium
management point of view. Secondly, the aquarist should obtain from this book an overall
biological understanding of marine invertebrates. $17.21
H-971 Marine
Invertebrates and Plants of The Living Reef by Dr. Colin 512 pages, 432 Color photos ,
hardback, Guide to identifying the inhabitants of a home aquarium miniature reef including
marine plants, crabs, starfish, shrimp, corals, anemones, etc. $25.85
WW-092 Marine
Invertebrates in the Aquarium By Stratton hardback, 64 pages, many color photos
$9.95
H-1107 Mini -
Atlas of Marine Aquarium Fishes Dr. Burgess' By Dr. Warren E. Burgess, Dr. Herbert R.
Axelrod, Raymond E. Hunziker 1024 pages, over 1900 Color photos, hardback, 1991, At almost
a thousand pages and containing more than 1900 full-color photos, this book is big in size
and value. Indexed by both scientific and popular names for ease of reference, this book
contains a large section devoted to every aspect of setting up and maintaining a marine
aquarium. $25.85
WW-002 Mini Reef
Aquarium By Richard F. Stratton 1996, hardback, 64 pages, Author Richard F. Stratton
has earned the appreciation and thanks of all aquarists who've been thinking about setting
up a beautiful mini-reef tank of their own but who've been holding off because of what
they've heard about how complicated an undertaking that is. Armed with the information
provided by the author in his informative, interesting and easy-to-read text, they'll be
well on their way to enjoying their own mini-reef tanks. With this valuable book in hand,
hobbyists of every level of experience can be well on the way to being entranced by the
actions and beauty of a mini-reef's clams and crabs, corals and sponges, anemones and sea
urchins-all of which are Shown in the full-color photos throughout. and of course the fish
are covered also, and in a very useful way: the author makes specific, easy-to-follow
recommendations in the form of a list of fishes that will be compatible with the
invertebrates in the tank while sacrificing nothing in the way of good looks.
$13.57
TS-221 Mini-Reef
Aquarium, The Successful by U. Erich Friese 1996, hardback, 320 pages, 200 Color
photos, All of the many technicalities of setting up and maintaining a mini reef aquarium
are explored in detail. Thorough coverage of the chemistry, the equipment, the fish, and
the invertebrates is provided in a lively and easy-to-learn-from text, accompanied by
hundreds of full colored photographs. $43.14
TS-119 Miniature
Reef Aquarium in Your Home by Emmens 128 pages, hardback, 1988, 168 Color photos,
Since colorful, fascinating saltwater setups generally known as miniature reefs are
exploding in popularity, this book is the perfect source of information on how to create
one and how to care for one. The book covers water chemistry, equipment needs, and the
best way to set one up. The author, Dr. C. W. Emmens, thoroughly covers the fishes,
invertebrates and plants that live on the reef. $12.96
TS-203 The Modern
Reef Aquarium by Dr. Emmens 1994, hardback, 160 pages, 168 Color photos, Of all the
many different types of aquaria, probably the most interesting and beautiful-and certainly
the one that seems to command the most attention from casual viewers and dedicated
aquarists alike-is the modern reef aquarium. It is compellingly attractive because of its
colorful inhabitants and their fascinating ways; anyone passing a modern reef aquarium has
to look at it. Oddly enough, the modern reef aquarium is not difficult to set up and keep
running IF you know what you're doing, and that's where this book comes in. No other
author could offer readers the kind of benefit to be derived from Dr. Emmens's scientific
authority and long experience with marine aquaria and their equipment and make them as
easy to understand as Dr. Emmens has in The Modern Reef Aquarium $25.85
N-283
The Marine and Estuarine Fishes of South-West Australia by Hutchins and Thompson 103 pages,
paperback, identifies 344 fishes with color drawings $29.95
N-14
The Marine Aquarium Handbook Beginner to Breeder by Martin A. Moe, Jr. 170 pages, paperback
$15.95
N-593 Marine
Aquarium Companion South East Asia By Tepoot and Tepoot 1996, hardback, 358 pages
$57.95
Marine Atlas, Baensch Volume 2 A Commonsense Handbook for Successful Saltwater
Hobbyists By Dr. Harry Erhardt and Dr. Horst Moosleitner Already a standby among
European reef aquarists this second in the series of Baensch Marine Atlases has been long
awaited by North American hobbyists. Included are soft corals, stony corals, leather
corals, gorgonians, sponges, gastropods, nudibranchs and other fascinating invertebrates.
736 pages, Full-color photographs throughout 
Marine Atlas, Baensch Volume 3 By
Dr. Harry Erhardt and Dr. Horst Moosleitner This
third Volume contains a profusion of unusual and beautiful reef creatures, including giant
clams, starfishes urchins, sea cucumbers, octopuses, crinoids, fanworms, feather dusters,
tunicates, and other invertebrates of interest to aquarists and underwater naturalists.
600 pages, Full-color photographs throughout, 19?? 
T-5 Marine Aquarist's Manual by Hans A. Baensch 98 pages, hardback, 160 color photos
$6.61
T-66 Marine Atlas by Riehl and Baensch 1200 pages, over 1000 color photographs,
hardback. $44.98
N-503 Marine Reef Aquarium Handbook By Goldstein 1997, paperback, 198 pages, 170
photographs $13.95
N-641
Mediterranean Gobies, Blennies Wrasses and Shore Fishes An Illustrated Identification Guide By Gerald Jennings paperback, 1998, 236 pages
$34.50
N-616 The New Marine Aquarium Step-By-Step Setup & Stocking Guide By
Michael S. Paletta 2001, paperback, 144 pages $15.80
N-197
The New Saltwater Aquarium Handbook by Balsiola Nearly 100 illustrations, 144 pages, paperback
$9.95
N-888 Nudibranchs and Sea Snails Indo-Pacific Field
Guide by Helmut Debelius over 1000 photographs of marine snails taken in
their natural habit, 2001, 320 pages, hardback $44.95 
PS-697 Pacific Marine Fish Book 1 (Fishes Southern Japan & Ryukyus) By Dr.
Burgess and Dr. Axelrod Describes 40 families and 400 species of the western Pacific coral
reefs, with general notes, descriptions, color patterns, updated nomenclature, and a
uniquely vast collection of photographs hardback, 280 pages $34.95
PS-720 Pacific
Marine Fish Book 4 (Fishes of Taiwan & Adjacent Waters) By Dr. Burgess and Dr.
Axelrod hardback, 1974, pages 843 through 1110 $34.95
PS-721 Pacific
Marine Fish Book 5 (Fishes of Taiwan & Adjacent Waters) By Dr. Burgess and Dr.
Axelrod hardback, 381 pages $34.95
N-747
Practical Guide To Setting Up Your
Marine Tropical Aquarium, A (Tankmasters Series ) by Dick Mills 2001,
hardback, 78 pages, 10 1/8 x 7 1/8
$9.95
N-829 The
Printer’s Catch - An Artist’s Guide to Pacific Coast Edible Marine Animals
(Second Printing) by Christopher M. Dewees 8 x 10, 128 pages, 43 color plates and 22 black and white photos, paperback $12.95
N-803 Protein Skimming & Activated Carbon Secrets by Bob
Goemans
1999, paperback, 32 pages $6.49
N-910 Red Sea Reef Guide Egypt . Israel . Jordan . Sudan
. Saudi Arabia . Yemen . Arabian Peninsula (Oman, UAE, Bahrain) by Helmut
Debelius 2000, hardback, 321 pages, over 1,000 photographs of coral reef animals
taken in their natural habitat $45.95
Reef Creature Identification by Paul Humann
N-887 Reef Fish Behavior Florida Caribbean Bahamas by Ned Deloach 1999, paperback, 360 pages $34.95
Reef Fishes Volume 1 by Scott W. Michael 2001, 624 pages, Many color
photos, covers 68 families and thousands of species. This volume covers coral
reef habits and fish families, with detailed information on the following
groups: Moray Eels, Conger & Garden Eels, Trumpetfishes, Sea Moths, Snake Eels,
Ghost Pipefishes, Eel Catfishies, Seahorses & Pipefishes, Lizaedfishes,
Shrimpfishes, Livebearing Brotulas, Coral Crouchers, Toadfishes, Waspfishes,
Frogfishes, Scorpionfishes, Walking Batfishes, Lionfisehes, Flashlight Fishes,
Flatheads, Pineapple Fishes, Helmet Gurnards, Squirrelfishes & Soldierfishes,
Dwarf Seabasses, Hamlets and Athias.
N-615PB paperback $38.95
N-615HB hardback $55.22
N-917
Reef Invertebrates An Essential Guide to Selection, Care and Compatibility
by Anthony Calfo and Robert Fenner 2003, paperback, 400 pages $42.95
N-64
Reef Fishes, Behavior and Ecology on The Reef and The Aquarium by Threasher A guide to around 200
species found on or around the western Atlantic reefs, 172 pages, hardback $19.95
N-224-3rd edition
paperbound with plastic cover, 202, 481 pages plus indexes and personal record of
fish sightings, 670 color plates $39.95
N-882 Reef Life by Andrea and Antonella Ferrari
2002, paperback, 287 pages, 550 color Photographs, drawings, range maps,
bibliography, useful web sites and practical information. $24.95A comprehensive illustrated guide to 400 species that live among the coral reefs of the world.
Coral reefs, with their rich diversity of fascinating inhabits, are among the most beautiful and complex marine ecosystems. This concise and informative guide includes hundreds of photographs that illustrate individual forms, patterns and coloration
Reef Life Natural History and Behaviors of Marine Fishes
and Invertebrates by Denise Nielsen Tackett & Larry Tackett
2002, 224 pages
N-757 Reef Notes (Volume 2 1991-1992) by
Sprung paperback $16.95
With this series Julian Sprung looks back at the advice he has given in his "Reef Notes" columns in FAMA magazine, offers new suggestions and revises the points where he was in error. By reviewing & revising this little bit of history, he shows the progression of opinion regarding the proper ways to manage a reef aquarium. Lots of questions and answers.
N-758 Reef Notes (Volume 3 1993-1994) by
Sprung paperback $16.95
With this series Julian Sprung looks back at the advice he has given in his "Reef Notes" columns in FAMA magazine, offers new suggestions and revises the points where he was in error. By reviewing & revising this little bit of history, he shows the progression of opinion regarding the proper ways to manage a reef aquarium. With a section on water quality.
N-759 Reef Notes (Volume 4 1995-1997) by
Sprung paperback $16.95
N-891 Reef Secrets by Alf Jacob Nilsen and Svein A. Fossa
hardback, 2002, 240 pages $25.95
H-1048 Reproduction in Reef Fishes by Thresher 1984, many Color photos, 399
pages, hardback $29.95
WW-024 Reef Aquarium,
Keeping
a By U. Erich Friese hardback, 64 pages, Only the tropical
rainforest comes even close to the degree of environmental diversity and stability
represented by a coral reef. With all functional elements delicately balanced and
operating at peak efficiency, the coral reef is a model of dynamic equilibrium. The task
of the marine aquarist desiring to keep a reef or mini-reef tank therefore becomes an
operation designed to do exactly that: maintain the balance of the reef within the
confines of the aquarium. That is why this book places a heavy emphasis on making sure
that readers understand the basic working so of natural coral reefs-what they are, how
they're distributed, their shape and structure and, most importantly, the coral reef
environment itself. Every topic of significance, from selecting the proper tank and
choosing the proper substrate right through maintaining mini-reef water quality and
stocking the tank and feeding its inhabitants, is covered thoroughly with the basic
equilibrium of the natural reef in mind. $14.95
N-953 Realm of
the Pygmy Seahorse: An Underwater Photography Adventure Text & Photos by Constantinos Petrinos 2002, hardback, 256 pages, 290 color photos $60.00
The author uses underwater images from the Lembeh Strait (North Sulawesi, Indonesia) to explain the behavior of fishes and invertebrates.
Realm of the Pygmy Seahorse is a book project that took approximately four years to complete. For the photography, the author did several trips to the Lembeh Strait in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. The core expedition lasted 5 months.
The author wanted to avoid just posing nice photographs with little information because he believed that the readers nowadays wants to learn more about the subjects. Therefore, he devoted a lot of time doing research about the behavior on the subjects in his photographs.
He also wanted to give answers to questions that he had for years. For example, "how do crinoid shrimps manage to acquire the exact same color as their host crinoid" or "is an octopus color blind?
David W. Behrens, who was the scientific editor, spent countless hours assisting him with the text in terms of scientific accuracy. His contribution and encouragement have been tremendous.
In the book you will find no poetry, a few jokes and a lot of scientific information about the behavior of the subjects in the photographs.
H-914 Saltwater
Aquarium Fishes by Axelrod & Burgess 1987, hardback, 288 pages, 400 Color photos,
This informative book will give you valuable introductory information on setting up and
maintaining saltwater fishes, but the main thrust of the book is the survey of fishes
commonly available to marine aquarists. $17.21
N-748 Saltwater Aquarium
Handbook, The (Barron's Pet Handbooks) by George Blasiola 2000, paperback, 192
pages, 6 1/2 x 7 7/8 $10.95
N-807 Sand Bed Secrets by Dr. Ron Shimek 2001, paperback, 36 pages $6.49
The Common-Sense Way to Biological Filtration
TT-027
Sea Anemones As a Hobby by Friese Written primarily to tell marine aquarists how to select
and Care for sea anemones. 1993, 320 pages, over 150 Color photos, hardback. $34.49
SK-037 A
Step-by-step Book About Marine Aquariums By Dr. C. W. Emmens This practical,
easy-to-read book about setting up a marine aquarium is designed specifically for use by
beginners, especially first-time keepers. It covers every significant topic of importance
to novice and experienced aquarium owners and gives detailed but easy-to-follow answers to
important questions. 64 pages, 50 Color photos, paperback $4.39
N-648 Sea Fishes of the North-Western Atlantic CLOFNWA
Greenland to the Carolinas By Gerald Jennings A Classified Taxonomic Checklist
of all species recorded on the Calypso Ichthyological Database for the Calypso
Database Area 030. 1999, Plastic cover, 166 page $40.00
N-639 Sea Fishes of the Spanish Mediterranean Coast &
Islands By Gerald Jennings paperback, 1996, 236 pages $34.50
N-620 Sea of Cortez Marine Animals – A Guide to the Common Fishes and
Invertebrates Baja California to Panama By Gotshall 7 x 9, 1998, paperback, 112 pages, 254 color photos $20.95This color field guide describes 189 species of fish and 65 species of invertebrates that are commonly observed by divers and snorkelers in this region. Each species is illustrated with a color photo. The narrative includes identification, maximum size, habit, geographic range, and in most cases, natural history notes.
N-450
Successful Saltwater Aquariums, A Beginner's Guide by John H. Tullock 1994, hardback, 162 pages. $19.95
CO-021S Marine Aquariums - A Complete Introduction by Burgess
128 pages, 171 Color photos, 6 Color line Drawings, Easy to read and loaded with
practical, easy-to-apply information and solidly sensible advice, this highly
colorful book covers every topic of importance to anyone-especially a
beginner-interested in setting up a marine aquarium. Vital information is
provided about equipment for marine aquariums, fishes and invertebrates for the
marine tank, and how to keep a marine aquarium a permanently healthy and good
looking.
CO-021S Marine Aquariums - paperback $5.95
CO-021 Marine Aquariums - hardback $9.95
SK-036 Step-by-step
Book About Tropical Marine Aquarium Fishes By Dr.
C. W. Emmens This practical, easy-to-read book about
tropical marine aquarium fish is designed specifically for use by beginners, especially first-time
keepers. It covers every significant topic of importance to novice and experienced owners
and gives detailed but easy-to-follow answers to important questions. This book provides
plenty of sensible, practical advice about selection of the right pet as well as the right
equipment for feeding, breeding, housing, and health care. 64 pages, paperback
$4.39
N-455 The Tropical Marine Fish
Survival Manual by Gordon Kay 1995,
paperback, 160 pages, 200
color photo and ills. $16.95 
N-846
Tropical Reef Fishes by Dr. Gerald Allen 100 full-color photographs, PLC (laminated board), 64 pages, Dimensions: 5 x
7, 1997 $9.95
A feast of colors, shapes, and sizes, this book contains descriptions and photos of over 50 aquatic species found in tropical waters. With authoritative text by a noted marine biologist, and fabulous color photographs by some of the world's leading underwater photographers, this is a handy field guide for snorkellers and divers alike. Periplus Tropical Nature Guides are practical field guides, useful for identifying various natural objects ranging from plants and animals to gemstones and seashells. Each page of each title throughout the series is filled with clear, precise photographs and informative text. Scientific and local language names are given. Periplus Nature Guides provide an introduction to some of the more common natural phenomena that occur in Southeast Asia. Each title is comprised of an introduction, followed by an in-depth look at 50 to 60 species, each illustrated in full-color.
N-845
Tropical Marine Life by Dr. Gerald Allen 100 full-color photographs, PLC (laminated board), 64 pages, Dimensions: 5 x
7, 1997 $9.95
Periplus Tropical Nature Guides are practical field guides, useful for identifying various natural objects ranging from plants and animals to gemstones and seashells. Each page of each title throughout the series is filled with clear, precise photographs and informative text. Scientific and local language names are given.
N-955 Under Southern Seas The ecology of Australia’s rocky reefs
Edited by Neil Andrew 2000, hardback, 256 pages $49.95
A colourful and refreshing publication about marine life of the Australian rocky reefs, this hardcover, oversize volume provides readers with comprehensive materials on the ecology of Australia's rocky reefs and their fisheries. Divided into three parts and containing 26 chapters, UNDER SOUTHERN Seas is a pleasure to the eye. Richly illustrated with around 200 colour photographs, and contributions of 32 marine biologists, Neil Andrew's work maintains a good balance between text and photos."--Xavier Gros, European Commission, Joint Research Centre, The Netherlands, Electronic Green Journal, Issue 14, Spring 2001.This comprehensive volume includes chapters on sharks, rock lobsters, abalone and fishes, as well as many of the less familiar inhabitants of rocky reefs. It is suitable for marine biologists, oceanographers, underwater photographers, or anyone willing to discover Australia's underwater world.
N-841 Water Chemistry for the Marine Aquarium by John H. Tullock Paperback, 96 Pages, 6 1/2 x 7 7/8, 2002 $6.95
Written by an expert on marine biology, this title is must reading for the marine aquarium hobbyist. Keeping ocean-dwelling fish and other marine life forms thriving in the synthetic environment of an aquarium requires special knowledge and care, especially in regard to water quality. The author discusses the properties of natural seawater, then gives details on how to create and maintain high-quality synthetic seawater. He describes biochemical cycles and fluctuating conditions that are normal in a flourishing marine aquarium, instructs on adding needed chemical components, and advises on water analysis test kits, instrumentation, and record keeping. Includes illustrations plus informative tables and charts.
N-821 Water Quality
Guidelines for Marine Aquariums by Bob Goemans 2001, paperback, 64 pages $14.95
This 64 page booklet covers a wide range of topics that will help maintain quality seawater in marine aquariums. It begins with a discussion on the freshwater used for preparing seawater salt mixes and/or evaporation make-up. Processing equipment is explained, as is the use of distilled and well water. Synthetic salt mixes and natural seawater usage is also discussed, as is salinity, specific gravity, conductivity, osmotic balance and applicable testing. Elements and compounds of importance are explained, e.g., Ammonium/ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, phosphorus/phosphate, oxygen, carbon dioxide, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, strontium, silica, iron, fluoride, bromide, iodine (including iodide, iodate and Lugols), boron, molybdenum, copper, and trace elements. The booklet closes with one of the most comprehensive tables of seawater elements ever published. An easy to read booklet that takes the mystery out of maintaining quality seawater in your aquarium.
Front Side
Back Side
N-828
Waterproof Plastic Dive Card -- Common Fishes of the Monterey Bay and Channel
Islands National Marine Sanctuaries by Daniel Gotshall 1999, 7.25 x 11, Plastic Dive Card $9.95
This card is designed to be taken in the water by snorkelers and divers. There are 72 color photos of common fish that occur in these sanctuaries
We do not carry this book in stock, but it can be ordered and be shipped to to you in about 2 weeks. (Requires prepayment.)
The multitude of shapes, colors, and species of marine invertebrates is seemingly infinite. With over 1000 color photographs, the Marine Atlas Volume 4 introduces rare invertebrates — ranging from sponges to tunicates — not presented in the previous three volumes. Aquarists as well as divers, beach combers, and anybody interested in marine life will be richly rewarded with a plenitude of information.
We do not carry this book in stock, but it can be ordered and be shipped to to you in about 2 weeks. (Requires prepayment.)
More than 1152 pages and over 1200 colorfotos. Non-Perciformes: Sharks and Rays, Morays, Lion- and Scorpionfishes, Seahorses, Angler- and Soldierfishes, Puffers, File- and Triggerfishes, Flying Fishes. Butterfly- and Angelfishes.
We do not carry this book in stock, but it can be ordered and be shipped to to you in about 2 weeks. (Requires prepayment.)
We do not carry this book in stock, but it can be ordered and be shipped to to you in about 2 weeks. (Requires prepayment.)
C-74 Crabs, Lobsters, and Shrimps by Allison Lassieur 2003, paperback, 48
pages $6.95
C-47 Jellyfish by
Elaine Landau 1999, 64 pages, paperback, 7 1/4 x 8 3/8, full-color photographs
(For Grades 3-5) $6.95
C-94 Octopuses and Squids,
Scary Creatures by Dr. Gerald Legg and John Francis paperback, 32 pages
$6.95
C-93 Shellfish Aren't Fish
by Allan Fowler 1998, paperback, 32 pages $4.95
C-95 Stars of
the Sea by Allan Fowler 2000, paperback, 32 pages $4.95
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