The Reef Aquarium: A Comprehensive Guide to the Identification and Care of Tropical Marine Invertebrates

by Julian Sprung, Charles Delbeek

This book is the "bible" on the subject of Reef Aquarium keeping, covering the biology of coral reefs and relating it to the biological, chemical, and physical parameters considered when creating a reef aquarium. The book details how to successfully cultivate corals in captivity and also features the identification and care of numerous coral and giant clam species. Diseases and parasites, and methods for controlling algae are also featured. The book finishes with an exciting section of photographs demonstrating successful reef aquariums.

Genres: Reference

544 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 1994

Reviews

[Cynthia]

Definitely the best of the best. A bit technical--it's for the dedicated reefer, but it's full of valuable information and written with care and humor.

[Hobby PetShop]

super

[Mark Sires]

Must have for reefers.