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Dr. Axelrod's Mini-Atlas of Freshwater Aquarium Fishes

Dr. Axelrod's Mini-Atlas of Freshwater Aquarium Fishes

List Price: $35.95
Your Price: $23.73
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Rating: 3 stars
Summary: In-depth, but lacks a lot more then it gives
Review: If you're willing to spend the money, I reccommend it. However, if you're just getting started this isn't the book for you. Unless you KNOW the common name of a fish you're looking for, all the photos have only their scientific name which some may find difficult if they're setting up their aquarium for the first time. Also, there is a disease section which gives great detail, but lacks ways to treat the diseases. A good "coffee table" book, but not one for the beginner.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Occasionally difficult, but a great reference
Review: Need to know if a certain breed of unusual fish is compatible with, say, your angelfish? Dr. Axelrod knows. This atlas is amazing in it's depth for a "mini-atlas," with page after page of freshwater fish. And then he gets into the real meat of fishkeeping after that! Although it can occasionally be difficult to use (the fish are listed by their scientific name in general, not their common name, which can make looking up a certain fish difficult), all in all this is an incredible book, and one every fishkeeper should have on their bookshelf.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Occasionally difficult, but a great reference
Review: Need to know if a certain breed of unusual fish is compatible with, say, your angelfish? Dr. Axelrod knows. This atlas is amazing in it's depth for a "mini-atlas," with page after page of freshwater fish. And then he gets into the real meat of fishkeeping after that! Although it can occasionally be difficult to use (the fish are listed by their scientific name in general, not their common name, which can make looking up a certain fish difficult), all in all this is an incredible book, and one every fishkeeper should have on their bookshelf.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Occasionally difficult, but a great reference
Review: Need to know if a certain breed of unusual fish is compatible with, say, your angelfish? Dr. Axelrod knows. This atlas is amazing in it's depth for a "mini-atlas," with page after page of freshwater fish. And then he gets into the real meat of fishkeeping after that! Although it can occasionally be difficult to use (the fish are listed by their scientific name in general, not their common name, which can make looking up a certain fish difficult), all in all this is an incredible book, and one every fishkeeper should have on their bookshelf.

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: Value is questionable. Not for a beginner
Review: There is no doubt this is a comprehensive visual encyclopedia of many, many fish species.

If that's what you want, buy this book.

If you want care tips for any of the fish listed, you probably better find another source. I'll admit I'm a beginniner at fish keeping, and maybe this book will grow on me, but I'd recommend you spend your money elsewhere.

The care section for the different breeds is sparse to say the least. There is usually a key under each photo which tells what the fish eats, where it swims, whether it is good for a community tank. This might be all you need, but I felt I paid too much for what I got.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Informative
Review: This book was great. The pictures were fantastic and it was very informative. It is simple enough for a child to use.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Informative
Review: This book was great. The pictures were fantastic and it was very informative. It is simple enough for a child to use.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Excellent Book for any aquarium enthusiast.
Review: This is a wonderful book. Has multiple pictures of every species. I was especially impressed with the numerous pictures of the many varieties of guppies. Has helpful information about all aspects of fishkeeping, from setup to breeding... All the information I was looking for. Beautifully illustrated. Even has a section on photographing fish. Buy this book!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A must-have for the freshwater aquarium enthusiast.
Review: This is a wonderful book. Packed with beautiful photographs of just about every aquarium fish. Has multiple photos of different colors and varieties of every species. Especially the Guppies. This book also has helpful sections on everything from setting up your aquarium, to breeding your fishes. Buy this book!

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: One of the best resources for the freshwater fish keeper.
Review: This is one of my favorite books. It provides information and more importantly photos on nearly 2000 fish. The information gives you the basics about each fish, how big they get, what they eat, are they agressive, etc. But the best aspect is the photos. With over 1900 photos it is the first book I go to when I want to look up a fish. Or when I'm thinking of what to put in that empty tank I'll often browse through this book looking for neat fish.

This book gives you the most for your money!


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