A bestseller since it was first published, "The Conscientious Marine Aquarist - A Commonsense Handbook for Successful Saltwater Hobbyists" by Robert M. Fenner is a respected and authoritative publication recommended for all new to intermediate aquarists. Spotlighting scientific research performed by leading authorities that deal with various aspects of biology, ecology, systematics, and conservation, it is filled with intelligent selection and captive care fish and invertebrate advice, marine aquarium set up, stocking and management information that has been time-tested.
- Description: A complete planning, set up, stocking, and saltwater aquarium management book that has over 400 pages with full-color photographs throughout.
- Price: Moderate to high range.
- Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company Trade & Reference Division (1997)
- Publisher: T.F.H. Publications; Co-published by Microcosm Ltd. (1997 | 2008 updated 2nd edition)
Robert M. Fenner has rolled his many years of experience into this book and simplistically unravels the process of planning, setting up, stocking and managing a saltwater system for beginners to intermediate hobbyists. Starting with the basics on "What is a fish?", Robert then delves into the scientific background and expert-level secrets to being a wiser consumer, better caretaker, and more successful marine aquarium keeper.
- Honest Advice for Beginners
- Great Fishes and Invertebrates for the Home Aquarium
- Foolproof Setup Techniques
- Species to Avoid
