When it comes to the hobby of aquarium building, saltwater fish usually take the forefront. Saltwater fish come in an endless variety of species and temperaments from passive to predator and it is important to know the character, behavior, and requirements of the species that you may be interested in. The following saltwater aquarium books are among the best books for new and experienced saltwater fish enthusiasts alike and are a must for every saltwater fish aquarium library.
Reef tanks can be challenging for newcomers, but at the same time setting up and keeping a reef tank can be a very rewarding and educational hobby. In a way it is like you are creating art with the aid of basic science. The more help you can get, the more likely you will get both the art and science right the first time. When it comes to live fish and coral, making a mistake can cost money, and if you only knew this or only knew that you could have saved a bundle. With coral if you do things wrong they die and if you do thing right you can propagate them and trade them for store credit that can help pay for your hobby. One of the best ways to get this knowledge is to read saltwater aquarium books on the topic of saltwater fish, saltwater aquariums, reef tanks, and keeping live corals.
If you are looking for informative saltwater aquarium books no further, below are some of our favorites and at least one is bound to be right for you.
Dr. Burgess’s Atlas of Marine Aquarium Fishes
Dr. Burgess’e atlas is a pictorial encyclopedia of visual information for those wishing to learn how to identify the various species of saltwater fish be they in their own aquarium or another one they are viewing. Visual fish identification is an interesting and rewarding hobby in and of itself and appeals to those with a thirst for knowledge about saltwater fish. The atlas includes more than 4000 full-color photos. Dr. Warren Burgess has written over a dozen books on saltwater fish and is considered the pre-eminent expert on the subject.
The Complete Guide to Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums
If you want an informative saltwater aquarium book combined with a freshwater aquarium book, and you also want to view illustrations and photographs of the way things should look when done correctly, and one of the most well-illustrated aquarium books is, “The Complete Guide to Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums.” In this book, you will find hundreds of photographs and illustrations that not only tell you how to do things the correct way but also show you how to do it in pictures. A picture is worth a thousand words and this book shows the novice aquarist how to do everything you have to do to be successful in the saltwater aquarium hobby. The Complete Guide will show you how to set up your tank, help you to understand the importance of water chemistry, where the tank should be placed and where each component will optimally work. The book explains underwater ecosystems and the biology of every fish you could ever want to place in your tank as well as the compatibility of the system’s components, equipment, coral, saltwater, and fish, as a whole. A must for your aquarist library.
The New Marine Aquarium
Often times a person starting a new hobby will start small, at the very beginning, just to get a feel for what the activity will entail and to see whether or not they find the hobby enjoyable. That is where the book, “The New Marine Aquarium” comes in. This book will help new aquarium hobbyists practice the most basic aquarist skills needed in simplified, non-technical terms. Without being overly complicated, the book will walk you through modern filtrations techniques, live corals and rock, the correct basic equipment and water processing, disease prevention and so much more. There is also a photographic guide to selecting the correct species of fish to ensure their compatibility together in your new saltwater aquarium.
The New Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium
If you are looking for saltwater aquarium books that are full of helpful information then The New Encyclopedia of the Saltwater Aquarium is the book for you. When not teaching it can double as a coffee table book that showcases your love of the hobby. The New Encyclopedia of Saltwater Aquariums will be a beautiful addition to any home living room or office waiting room. This saltwater aquarium book prides itself on the beautiful illustrations and full-color instructional diagrams that not only entertain the reader but also serve as a guide and reference to beginner aquarists. This book describes and illustrates with full-color photographs over 150 species of fish, invertebrates, and algae and is considered one of the best books for people who are new to the hobby. The book’s author, Gary Jennings, has over 40 years of experience in fish-keeping internationally and has studied at the locations that serve as the fish’s natural habitat. Mr. Jennings serves as the consultant for 500 Freshwater Aquarium Fish.
The Saltwater Aquarium Handbook
When setting up a saltwater aquarium for the first time a person must decide between creating a simple, basic aquarium and a more complex underwater environment that may be more interesting and satisfying to look at. The book, “The Saltwater Aquarium Handbook,” can aid the beginner in understanding saltwater chemistry and fish compatibility to create the best aquarium you can at this stage of one’s understanding. In addition, the book describes a number of different sources for aquarium wildlife including fish that the author deems reputable. The basics of feeding as well as caring for the saltwater is also included. The book’s author, George Blasiola has written a number of books about fish.
The New Saltwater Aquarium Guide: How to Care for and Keep Marine
Fish and Corals
This is one of the most highly-rated books on saltwater aquariums and will guide those setting up new systems and also experienced aquarists wishing to take their saltwater aquarium game to the next level. The book looks at the type of aquariums that are right for different types of people, mostly those who have more or less time to devote to the daily upkeep of the system. This saltwater aquarium book details the best starter fish to select and how to keep them happy and healthy. Other features of this book are how to set up a reef or marine aquarium, what you can expect after setting up your saltwater aquarium, what saltwater tests you have to perform and much more. The book is written by Albert B Ulrich III who uses humor and a straightforward manner to simplify and explain complex scientific topics.
Saltwater Aquariums For Dummies
When a person is starting or considering a new hobby, there is a good bet they can find a “Dummies” book written on their specific topic. Starting a “saltwater aquarium” is no exception. Dummies books pride themselves on their step by step, easy to follow format and Saltwater Aquariums for Dummies will explain how to choose the tank that best fits the fish you want to raise and also list all of the peripheral equipment you will need to purchase. Saltwater Aquariums for Dummies also explains how to get an aquarium completely up and running from start to finish, how to maintain the saltwater in your tank, tips on raising healthy fish, and finally how to avoid common pitfalls that could cause you to lose confidence in your ability to pursue this hobby. You will learn exactly how to feed the particular type of saltwater fish you choose, how to maintain the tank and also the needs of live coral and how to eliminate the dreaded tank algae buildup. This book is written by Dr. Gregory Skomal who is an accomplished marine biologist, underwater explorer, photographer, and aquarists and is a must in any beginner Saltwater Aquarium Library.
The 101 Best Saltwater Fishes (Adventurous Aquarist Guide™)
Mixing and matching saltwater fish that are compatible with one another as well as compatible with other aquatic livestock is at the core of the best-selling book, “The 101 Best Saltwater Fishes.” This book gives both new and experienced aquarists a “go to” source to find specific information about saltwater fish using color-coded schemes to organize each and every detail of an aquarium’s components into which are suitable and preferred to which. This includes beautiful color photos of aquarium community building at every step as well advice from experienced saltwater fish experts that will teach you how to keep your fish healthy and long-living. In addition, the book points out which fish to avoid. Better to invest in learning how to do it right the first time by reading, “The 101 Best Saltwater Fish.” by Scott W. Michael
Marine Fishes – A Pocket Expert Guide to Marine Fishes:
500+ Essential-To-Know Aquarium Species
There are many different types of saltwater fish books available ranging from textbooks and encyclopedias that are filled with complex and technical data to coffee-table books that highlight beautiful color photography… to this book, “Marine Fishes,” which serves as a paperback field guide to over 500 different saltwater fishes. The book is complete and comprehensive and is organized into a “one page per species” format alphabetically for easy lookup. This handy pocket guidebook includes information on each fish species such as the scientific and common names for the fish, how large they can be expected to grow and the minimum size aquarium that is suitable for them, what to feed them, what reefs they thrive in and much, much more. If you are trying to create the most unique and exciting aquarium containing unique and little-known species of fish, this book is certainly for you.
Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks: From Beginner to Expert
No two aquarists have exactly the same preferences when it comes to selecting saltwater fish and the book’s author, Zechariah Blanchard kept that fact firmly in mind when writing, “Saltwater Fish and Reef Tanks: From Beginner to Expert.” As the title implies, this book is a treasure of saltwater fish and reef information no matter what level of experience they may have and all aquarists will find the information contained therein helpful. One person may want to set up a complex system with a variety of reef and fish while others may only want to create a simple aquarium that displays only the beauty of saltwater fish. The book will guide you to set up and care for all species of saltwater fish and educate you to be able to converse intelligently on the hobby with your local aquarium store. Satisfied readers point to the book saving them money by preventing them from making first-time, easily preventable mistakes.
Saltwater Aquarium Fishes
The informative aquarium book titled “Saltwater Aquarium Fishes” by Herbert R Axelrod and Warren E. Burgess has been a trusted saltwater fish reference book for many years and is a compilation of all of the trial and error experimentation that went into combining different saltwater aquarium fish and diverse aquatic life for decades. The book describes modern day equipment and how it has improved to make starting and maintaining a healthy and beautiful saltwater fish aquarium easier than ever before. The book highlights everyday saltwater aquarium fish and features over 400 full-color photographs of them.
The Nano Reef Handbook
The book “The Nano-Reef Handbook” is a definitive reference to the hobby of nano tank aquariums. Setting up and maintaining a nano reef aquarium need not be the exclusive domain of beginner aquarists. As a matter of fact, many experience aquarium hobbyists and those with multiple tanks in multiple sizes love the challenge and excitement of building their nano tanks or several nano tanks. Choosing the right tank, lighting, tiny reef tank safe fish, and more are covered in this exciting nano reef tank book. The book features full-color photography of completed nano tanks of different sizes and shapes that can be placed on a shelf in a kitchen, or on an end table in a living room, office, or waiting room. The author, Chris Brightwell, has over 30 years of aquarium experience and a degree in marine science from Coastal Carolina University.
The above are some of the best saltwater aquarium books we know of, but if you still have not found the book your are looking for then just visit this page: Marine Aquarium Books