Customer Reviews (7)

Must Have
This is a book that should be in the back pocket of everyone going to the local fish store, unless they're already expert aquarists.It has very detailed descriptions of the fish and also, in many cases more importantly, a section detailing why you should never buy some fish commonly sold in stores.I can't say it's the only book you need about saltwater fish, but it's likely the most used and most helpful one I own.

Well done, nice photos, Good Value
Bought this as a gift for my husband who is just getting into saltwater fish.Very nice guide, full of beautiful photos and information.This was a great value!

Good, but not great.
This book has good information and a very easy to use "compatibility" system, but overall it is a very generic book, with many species not included that I can find in the LFS.It does have a section on fish that are not good choices for aquariums, which is nice, but I would much rather preferred a broader "good fish" listing.

great pocket size book.
I take this book with me to lfs to watch different fish behaviors. It has helped decrease impulse purchases and helped plan my stocking.

Good Handy book


Good book easy to carry and read, liked the colour coding on peaceful/aggressive fishes.Also helps in avoiding fishes which have poor survival. ... Read more

Product Description
The definitive field guide to North American saltwater fish–from the absolute authority on sportfishing

Before you head out to the open seas, listen up: Your tackle box is not complete without Ken Schultz’s Field Guide to Saltwater Fish!Written by one of the foremost experts in sportfishing, this colorful reference provides anglers and fish enthusiasts of all levels an easy-to-use, indispensable guide to help you identify and learn about the most common species found off the North American coastlines–from albacore to yellowtail.

Based on the award-winning reference book Ken Schultz’s Fishing Encyclopedia, this handy field guide compresses the essence of its bestselling predecessor into a more manageable, compact size.Arranged alphabetically by species, each entry covers the identification, size/age, distribution, habitat, life history/behavior, and feeding habits of each fish.This fully illustrated, full-color guide makes it easy to identify what’s at the end of your line.You’ll learn how to distinguish an Atlantic mackerel from a Spanish mackerel, for instance; why you might mistake a cobia for a shark or a remora; how the red grouper’s saddle spot will help you tell it apart from a Nassau grouper; and so much more.

Written for the 16 million people who enjoy saltwater fishing, Ken Schultz’s Field Guide to Saltwater Fish features:

• 227 of the most common saltwater fish
• Large, full-color illustrations to help you identify your catch
• Approachable organization in a compact, take-along size
• A comprehensive glossary that explains the terms used in the species profiles
• Overview and anatomy sections written in layman’s terms

Ken Schultz’s Field Guide to Saltwater Fish is a must-have for any fan of America’s favorite pastime: fishing! ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Doesn't take kindly to Kindle version
It's not a field guide. If the sample function had worked, I would have realised that the illustrations were small, and black-and-white, despite the color cover. Since I can't zoom the images on my iPod Touch, it's like viewing a postage stamp. The detailed illustrations are useless. It's also for sportfish mainly, not reef fish. No key or arrangement other than alphabetical, so you need to slog through every entry until you see one that looks like what you have (in black-and-white).
Wish I could return it.

good book
good book for the person that wants basic information about fishing. I am a shore saltwater/freshwater fisherwoman and really enjoyed the basic knowledge the book has. I would have liked to have scene REAL pictures of the fish though instead of illustrations

decent book
Didn't have some of the fish we'd been catching here off the coast, but helpful just the same as we are newbies at saltwater fishing!

Perfect book
This book has great pictures with each fish description, making it easy to determine the fish based on sight.Gives you the perfect amount of basic information about each fish, which is all we really wanted.We love this book and we take it with us when we go fishing in Mexico so we can figure out exactly what we just caught!It's great! ... Read more

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A. J. McClane profiles more than three hundred North American saltwater game fishes in this authoritative and fully illustrated handbook.
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Customer Reviews (6)

Good general knowledge book
I got this book expecting an encyclopedia of information on each species and was a bit disappointed to find that there was great information on every species covered, the major gamefish species were not focused on in extensive detail.That's no fault of the book and it is exactly as described-a fantastic field guide to all of the salt water fishes and I plan on taking it with me in the future when I fish to put names of the whatchamacallits!

So overall, I'd say it's a great buy for interested marine enthusiasts or beginning anglers, but for more experienced anglers-maybe look elsewhere for information on how to catch fish (maybe try Vic Dunaway's material)

SALT WATER FISH IDENTIFICATION
NICE COLORED PHOTOS ABOUT A LARGE VARIETY OF SALT WATER FISH.ALL ARE EXCELLENT OTHER THAN THE PHOTOS OF THE HAMMERHEAD SHARK VARIETIES.THE SIDE PHOTOS DO NOT SHOW THE SHAPE OF THE HEAD

Good book
This is a pretty good field guide. There is a lot of information on alot of species. I wish there were pictures of every species, but in many cases the descriptions are good enough.

I would recommend this book as a companion to "A Field Guide to Atlantic Coast Fishes : North America (Peterson Field Guides)"

The perfect reference for saltwater anglers !
This book has been a constant companion on nearly all of my fishing trips, regardless of location. I am currently on my second copy- the first was worn out from repeated use ! When a question arises about habitat,water preference, etc., we whip out the ole' McClanes to settle the argument.The pictures offer a true rendition of the fish which aides in rapid identification.The descriptions give vital information, while remaining brief enough to allow the book to function as a true "field" guide.I highly recommend this book to any angler or saltwater fish enthusiasts in need of a pocket guide.

Complete and Comprehensive
This book is very useful in every facet of salt water fishing, from fish physiology and habits to tackle selection.A must for every salt water fisherman.

This book is equally as good as "McClane's Field Guide to Freshwater Fishes of North America." ... Read more

Product Description
This book is a unique guide to tell you when, where, and how to catch more than 35 varieties of sport fishes. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (7)

Save your money
This book has the same, textbook style information on various fish species in Florida.Nothing special here.Color drawings of fish ok, but why not include actual color photos?

Suggestion:save your money.Go on the internet and research the fish you plan on fishing for.You get much better information on fishing forums.

good book
haven't been saltwater fishing for 40 years... hope to get to do so this year.... good reading for refresher as well as new tips and techniques

Fish Florida Saltwater guide
Well written and illustrated. Plan to use it for the first time on a fishing trip to the Florida Keys in June. Will keep me legal with the Fl game and fish enforcement officers who patrol randomly and often. They expect each fisherman to know the rules of the legal size and creel limit of each type of fish. This will be in our fishing boat the whole time as a ready reference and will be studied prior to the trip and used as lunch and dinner conversation among the 3 fisherman who are making the trip together. I think it will prove to be worth much more than the price I paid for it.

OK but not great
I was looking for a book that was more specific to places and techniques I could use for inshore fishing. This book didn't satisfy me for that application. It's not badly written, just not what I was hoping for.

How can I fish in black and white?
Good information;however, would have been nice to have the pictures in color to better id the fish. ... Read more

Product Description
A comprehensive catalog of the most sought-after game fish to be found in the oceans, bays, and gulfs of North America, this fact-filled book provides the angler with all the information he or she needs to find and identify popular game fish, from the barracuda to the wahoo. Lavishly illustrated with beautiful paintings and photos, and packed with all the information an angler needs to be successful in the pursuit of his or her chosen fish. ... Read more

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Whether just starting out in the saltwater hobby or already experienced, many hobbyists are constantly seeking expert advice on all aspects of fish and invertebrate behavior.

Questions & Answers on Saltwater Aquarium Fishes covers the everyday aspects of saltwater fishes and invertebrates through a unique question and answer setup. This makes the book as accessible and informative as a friendly conversation with the author--an internationally recognized aquatics expert. The authoritative information this book contains covers all aspects of saltwater fish and invertebrate life. Topics and chapters range from diet and health to the science of how fish and invertebrates interact with the world around them. Each page contains beautiful photographs and illustrations to ensure that all readers will enjoy this fact-filled book and get the most out of the knowledge it shares. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Very Pleased
This book was very helpful to my son....he wishes I had purchased this book before he set up his tank

Questions and Answers on Saltwater Aquarium Fishes: Understanding Behavior for Successful Fishkeeping
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You can learn a lot about how to care about fish by understanding them
So often Humanity dismisses fish as stupid creatures who only think of survival. "Saltwater Aquarium Fishes: Understanding Behavior for Successful Fish Keeping" is an examination of the common household saltwater fish kept in modern home aquariums - and their instinctual roots in the coral reefs, which act as virtual cities for the scores of fish species found there. Claiming you can learn a lot about how to care about fish by understanding them, "Saltwater Aquarium Fishes: Understanding Behavior for Successful Fish Keeping" is a top pick for any aquarium keeper or community library pets collection. ... Read more

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Don’t Let the Big One Get Away

Ken Schultz’s Essentials of Fishing is the new authority on the sport you love, whether you’re an expert or a beginner.

Organized by topic, this information-packed reference offers fast and easy access to all of the fishing facts, instructions, and tips you need to get more bites, land more big ones, and have a lot more fun every time you dip a line in the water. Whether you’re heading for a trout stream, the Gulf Stream, or points in between, you’ll find everything you need to know about the fish species you’ll be hunting, the fishing rods, tackle, and other gear you should pack, and the basic skills and advanced techniques that will boost your chances of success.

You’ll discover the latest advances in conventional, spinning, and fly rods and reels, and you’ll learn the essentials of knot tying, hook sharpening, and more. Schultz helps you perfect your flycasting, surfcasting, flipping, and pitching skills, and he shows you how to figure out where the fish are in streams, lakes, bays, and even the ocean. You’ll also learn a variety of retrieval methods, find tips on playing and landing fish, and get advice on measuring, weighing, storing, and cleaning your catch.

Whether you prefer wading in a rushing brook or fording pounding surf, casting from a jetty or trolling from a boat, chumming in freshwater or drifting in saltwater, you’ll find completely up-to-date information on species and tactics, special techniques, preferred rigs, lures, and bait, picking your spot, angling etiquette, and safety. You’ll learn how to approach schooling fish, angle in brush and timber, night fish, ice fish, and much more.

More than 450 exquisite drawings illustrate everything from mending fly fishing line to fishing around buoys and tuning lures, while more than fifty full-color photos depict some of the most exciting and satisfying moments in fishing. ... Read more

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The complete reference for matching coastal prey fish and invertebrates with the fly patterns that imitate them. Photos of gamefish prey, information on the habitats, locations, and seasons in which the prey are most likely found, and photos and recipes of the flies to imitate them help you create, tie, and use flies. The focus is on fly fishing for coastal gamefish in warm-temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions. This is the saltwater angler s answer to the freshwater trout fisherman s entomology and fly pattern book. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Saltwater Prey
Great book! lots of information that works and can be used in other areas of fly fishing.

Very informative..
I really like this book, because it breaks patterns down by what they are trying to imitate and shows very detailed photos of the real thing.This is not a beginner's book because the tying detail is not super specific.However, I think this is one all fly tiers should have...especially helpful if you do a lot of fishing traveling.

Saltwater Prey
Does a great job giving different selection of fly patterns to represent the same prey fish and Invertebrates.
My favorites are the ones for killfish. Here in Texas we use killfish to catch the "Big Three": trout, flounder and redfish.

Excellent
This book is an excellent reference for the Mid Atlantic to tropical saltwater angler.The book is all in color and features clear pictures of the prey item and pictures of suggested flies to imitate these items.Dr. Adams has organized the prey by type (crabs etc.) and ecological region (Mid-Water Prey Fish).A word of warning, this book is not for the beginning saltwater fly tyer.There are excellent pictures of suggested flies and their recipes but there is little in the way of tying instructions.You will need to acquire the basics of fly tying somewhere else.A super reference book for the salt-water fly fisherman!

Great
I wish there had been a book like this for saltwater flytiers when I was getting started.If you are just getting started, experienced, or just really curious about all the different things that our great shallow water gamefish eat and how to imitate them, check this one out. ... Read more

Product Description
Demystifies aquarium setup and maintenance

Combine and care for a wide variety of marine fish and invertebrates

Dive into the colorful world of saltwater fish! This fun, friendly guide gives you easy step-by-step instructions for choosing and caring for these amazing animals. You get the latest on feeding, tank upkeep, filtering systems, maintaining live rock, and preventing algae build-up, as well as what not to include in your aquarium.

Discover how to

• Choose the best fish and equipment
• Get your tank up and running
• Maintain proper water conditions
• Keep your fish happy and healthy
• Avoid tank pitfalls
• Keep a brackish aquarium

Customer Reviews (35)

Saltwater Aquariums for dummies
Excellent book for beginner easy to follow and full of necessary information to set up a saltwater aquarium

Saltwater Aquariums for Dummies
Item just as described, shipment was fast, great seller, hope to work with them again.

Must have for 1st timers with salt water aquariums
This book is a great resource & I would recommend it to anyone considering a salt water aquarium.Simplified so many things - great recommendations too.The stores want to sell you supplies, fish and other creatures which might or might not be the best for your environment.Read this when you are beginning and you will save $$$$ and your pets.

Salt Water Aquariums for Dummies
Very thorough and uncomplicated overview of how to set up and maintain a marine aquarium.i would have made alot of serious and pretty dumb mistakes without it.

learn first
very informational helped me make a decision that salt water wasn't for me saved me a buunncchh of money i recommend for any one who thinks they want a salt water aquarium takes the guessing out of it ... Read more

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Awsome
This book is great.There are not as many pictures as most people would like, but this book does have practicaly all the fish native to Florida.If you fish, Scuba Dive or even Snorkle this book is for you, everyFloridian and Fisherman should have this book. ... Read more

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This directory of 150 of the most intriguing marine species is illustrated by color artworks, revealing the complex relationships and systems at work in marine habitats. Read about the reefs that teem with life, the communities that exist at the edge of the continental shelf, and the formidable creatures that hunt in remote waters or lurk within the darkest depths of the ocean. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Alaska's Saltwater Field Guide
After combing the beach for years- especially at low tide, curiosity overcame me and I went to the local Fish and Game office. They showed me a stack of referenceguide books they had. Most were inches thick. Not very practical for an enthusiast beach walker.
I wanted something for the casual observer, not avid marine biologist.
I have been thrilled with this book. It has a very simple layout with lots of diagrams, drawings and pictures. It is soft cover and medium size and weight- we can carry it with us on the beach.
The first night I took it to the beach I was able to identify at least 6 unknown marine creatures previously unobserved before!
If you are interested in what is living/ moving around in the tide pools and under the rocks on a beach in SE Alaska, this book is a must. It is fairly thorough and well laid out with plenty of drawings and pictures. The descriptions are basic and written in plain english. It is probably a bit light on info for an avid biologist.
My family and I, as enthusiast beach walkers, are very happy with this guide and have used it extensively since we got it.

Excellent field guide for fishermen & beach combers
Includes color photos & excellent descriptions of fish (both commercial / game species and other fish), along with crabs, clams, snails, shrimp, star fish, sea worms, etc. Wide-ranging, it is a great book for fishermen, beach combers, & all those interested in sea life. Well written in can be easily understood for folks without a science background, but with enough detail to be of use to those with a biology degree ... Read more

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Diamond jigs and bucktails are two of the most effective lures used by East Coast saltwater boat fishermen. This is the first book to detail the many subtleties of fishing these lures for a wide range of saltwater gamefish. EVERY saltwater boat fishermen has these lures on board. ... Read more

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An enthusiastic recommendation to anyone who takes their fishing seriously
Some fish prove harder to catch than others. "Fishing Diamond Jigs and Bucktails: How to Fish the World's Most Versatile Saltwater Lures" is a fishing manual about some of the tougher fish to catch in the deceptively difficult sport of fishing. Detailing methods needed to catch the type of fish one desires, Migdalski's fishing wisdom proves invaluable no matter where in America one chooses to fish. "Fishing Diamond Jigs and Bucktails" is an enthusiastic recommendation to anyone who takes their fishing seriously.

Diamond Jig does it all!
Migdalski has been a popular New England nature writer for years. I'm glad his methods are getting broader exposure. I went jigging last year after reading an article he wrote and landed a 16lb blue on the diamond jig. Now that I've read the book, I'm eager to apply his tactics to striped bass fishing. He goes beyond what to do and really explains how to do it. An excellent read with great photos to supplement the fishing tips. Take a tip from this old salt and follow Captain Migdalski's advice. He'll get you on the right side of the rip and get the fish in the boat.

Excellent
Solid information, very readable, quality pics. I would recommend this quick read to improve your fishing. Author gives lots of tips that can be tried on your next trip to target new species. Lots of tips on varying your rigging for different types of waters and fish. Can't wait for the season to come!

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Saltwater Gamefishing examines all aspects of world saltwater gamefishing both onshore and offshore. Whether you are fishing for giant billfish in deep water oceans or from rocky headlands or angling for lighter gamefish in rivers and estuaries, Saltwater Gamefishing will provide you with all the necessary details of where to find them, how to fish for them and the equipment you will need. All the main species of gamefish are identified, with illustrations and maps showing world distribution.

Saltwater Gamefishing also includes information on how to rig bait, troll lures, take a leader, and handle a gaff. It provides advice on suitable rods, reels and tackle, and when and how to use it. There is also vital information on selecting an appropriate boat and dealing with charter boat crews. In addition, the rules of competitive fishing are outlined, as is their importance in world records.

Saltwater Gamefishing emphasizes the need for conservation of fish stocks and for the first time provides information on how to capture, tag and release billfish, tuna and other gamefish. Correct techniques for wiring and gaffing fish to allow for successful resuscitation of the released fish are described.

Lavishly illustrated with over 120 full color and 100 black and white photographs, Saltwater Gamefishing also includes more than 200 diagrams and illustrations to help identify species and explain technical information. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Good book, but makes you want more
At 340 pages thick, this book whets the readers appetite, and has sent me on a hunt for more definitive works.Great pictures, in-depth species information, but nothing practical (technique-wise) that you wouldn't findout on a good charter. If you are a marlin fan, this book has been heavilyslanted towards you.

very nice
I read Peter's first book "big fish and blue water" when I was 16 and now I am trying to find a copy to go with " Saltwater Gamefishing" This is a nice book. It is not a fishing manual. It is abook. Some interesting info for people in the pacific rim countries aboutthe rest of the world. A good book to look at when you can't get out on thewater

not very educational
The book is poorly organized, so it is difficult to figure out what you need to know to catch a specific fish. Not what I had hoped for, but certainly has nice pictures. More a coffee table book than a useful pieceof info.

more of a picture book , than a manual for a fisherman
lots of pictures and diagrams. It does not though go deep into thesubject.It covers mostly the marlin showing some nice pics ... Read more

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A bestseller since it first published in 1998, The Conscientious Marine Aquarist is one of the best-respected, time-tested, hands-on marine aquarium books ever published.

Now completely updated from cover to cover with brand new text, a fresh design, and updated photography, The Conscientious Marine Aquarist is the essential book for all new, intermediate, and serious marine aquarium keepers—in a must-have new edition.This indispensable guide spotlights scientific research performed by leading authorities that deals with various aspects of biology, ecology, systematics, and conservation. This wealth of information couples with captive-care techniques of nationally recognized aquarists and fascinating, never-before-seen photos.

For hands-on marine aquarists of any experience level who seek a comprehensive and up-to-date resource that helps ensure success in the hobby, The Conscientious Marine Aquarist is the best book available.
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Recomended
Very good book. Being a novice in the aquarium hobby, I find the information very easy to understand. Saved me a lof of work in searching through tons of web pages and not always finding reliable information

Best marine aquarium book!
I saw this book as one of the most highly listed books on Amazon, and was a little hesitant at first. I mean a list price of 70 dollars? Thats a bunch for a non-textbook kind of book. So I saw it in the local book store and I saw why it is so much- its HUGE and hardcover, and wow are there a ton of pics! So, I came home and ordered it, and have been reading this book straight through for about a week now and just finished it.

Did I mention that this book is HUGE?? Its the most in-depth marine book I've read so far- and very very well written. Don't let the title fool you- this isn't some hippy-dippy lets save the environment book- although the author does mention ways you can be a smart consumer like stay away from cyanide poisoned fishes. Its mostly, heres the deal with marine tanks and how to keep them alive and well. I would recommend this book for saltwater newbies and old salts alike- I am definitely proud to have this book on my shelf and I'm sure will come back to reference it for years to come.

Now, you probably don't have to read this book cover-to-cover as I did, as it has separate chapters for setting up tanks, care, and chapters on specific fish and inverts. I read it through because, well, I'm a nerd, and I love learning about new things.

All and all, if there was one book for a saltwater fishkeeper to invest their money into, this book would be it. Also, it is a great companion with the New Marine Aquarium book.

Please check out my other book reviews and tips for the beginning marine aquarium at: [...]

No Contest...
If your thinking about buying or already have a saltwater aquarium and don't have this book, you don't have the most comprehensive book available on the subject.Buy it already...

Marine aquaria for both scientifically oriented and laymen alike
I had my first salt water tank in 1964 when coral was skeletal only but the fish were still beautiful, a french angel and a clown. I wish Bob Fenner's book had been available then although all the relatively recent technological advances would wait for invention. The book really squeezes the information needed for anyone to start a fish only or a reef tank without becoming text-like. Fenner manages to get everything in with a clear and often amusing style. This book is really a must for anyone trying to wade through what might seem like the massive detail of fish/reef keeping. Well done.

A real cornerstone of the hobby. Buy this book!
Much praise has been heaped on this book and deservedly so, it is OUTSTANDING. I will simply say that it is extremely informative, beautifully illustrated and the ethical view point of the author is spot on. Buy this book even if you're only toying with the idea of getting a salt water aquarium! ... Read more

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An undersea kingdom in the comfort of one's own home...includes CD- ROM!

The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Saltwater Aquariums offers nearly 1000 descriptions and pictures of marine fishes, corals, plants, and invertebrates among sixty family groupings on an easy-to-use cross-referenced CD-ROM. Presented in straightforward, readable text focused on the best species to consider, compatibility guidelines, general care recommendations, and what to do if things go wrong, this indispensable volume answers questions for both the novice and the experienced saltwater aquarium enthusiast.

•CD-ROM with nearly 1000 beautiful color pictures of marine fishes, all accompanied by clear, easy-to-understand text.

•Features tips on how to acclimatize to avoid harming the animals and advice on treating disease and problem-solving

•Includes information about filters, sumps, re­fugiums, calcium reactors, sterilizers, ozoniers, plumbing, lighting, and water

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Customer Reviews (3)

Certainly the author is not a dummy!
Have read the entire book, some parts several times. Still in the planning stages of an aquarium. Per his advice, I've visited some local stores; there ARE definitely differences in quality among stores! Fortunately, the Twin Cities have some stores totally dedicated to marine aquaria. AND, as a result, some of his suggestions are contradicted by the locals: eg, filter socks don't seem to be essential in front of a protein skimmer; all they add is maintenance headaches. I like the fact that specific brands are mentioned. It's a great intro, and, no doubt due to length restrictions, some parts are glossed over. But, it's a compelling intro. I'm glad I got it. Just don't rely on it exclusively.

A Breath of Fresh O2 in the World of H2O!
This book is really a breath of fresh air in an industry of VERY stifling books!While not a colorful book, this is well written in a descriptive and easy way that renders it far more enjoyable and informative than half the other books that have first rate photos and "appear" to contain more information. I was looking for a book that would cover everything from inception to enjoyment with starting a salt water aquarium, and this book fit the bill. It also includes many up-to-date aquarium methods that other "guides" such as the Dummy's book don't offer, such as creating a refugium in the place of bio balls.For those of you who might have thought you were a "Dummy" in this hobby, please decide to be an "Idiot" instead!

A winning guide for aquarium owners and any pet library
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Saltwater Aquariums offers a fine guide to saltwater aquariums and packs in details on filters, pumps, and selecting creatures for the aquarium. From which species to consider when stocking a tank to building a healthy eco-system and treating diseases, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Saltwater Aquariums is a winning guide for aquarium owners and any pet library. ... Read more

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A reference guide for beginners to achieve a happy and healthy saltwater aquarium.

Have you started your own marine aquarium but can't seem to keep fish alive, healthy, or happy? This book will provide all the details you need on fish acclimation, ideal water conditions, feeding, and many other aspects of care specific to many of the different types of saltwater fish. For newcomers to the marine aquarium world, the authors have included easy to understand aquarium startup instructions and recommendations. In addition, this book will provide many new, unique, and innovative ideas on water temperature, fish compatibility, and many other aspects of your saltwater aquarium that will help your new system flourish. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

very very basic guide to starting a saltwater aquarium
In setting up my first saltwater aquarium, I was looking for a more in depth book.I was rather disappointed as all the information contained within, I had already read about with simple online searches and pamphlets from the pet store.It does have a comprehensive fish guide which is 3/4 of the book if you are interested in finding out what fish will live well together.

Great book
This book is the best I've found regarding saltwater aquariums.I think it's great not just for beginners but also for people like me who have started a tank some time ago and can't get the fish to last very long.It included just about everything I needed to know to get started but was very easy to read as it sticks to the basics without overloading you with a bunch of technical marine biology talk like some of the other books I've seen.Great in depth analysis of the types of saltwater fish.The book's information on water temperature was something I had never heard before and that alone was worth the price in my case.As they say in the book some of their ideas definitely go against what you normally hear in pet stores and other books so just keep that in mind.But I used to not be able to keep fish like Tangs alive in my tank for any length of time until I tried some of their new ideas.My tank is now in great shape after reading this, great book! ... Read more

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For the subspecies of saltwater angler who insists on doing his fishing with flies, Kreh is the guru and this is the holy book. Now in its third revised edition, Fly Fishing in Salt Water first surfaced in the late '60s when the idea of fishing the seas with a fly for bluefish, stripers, bonito, and bigger game like tarpon and tuna was not only novel, it was sneered at. Fly-fishing in saltwater is still a relatively new frontier, but time has proven Kreh a visionary and the virtual father of the sport, and this how-to remains an essential part of a saltwater fly-angler's tackle. Why fish salt water with a fly? Because, says Kreh, it combines the best physical and cerebral aspects of fishing and hunting, with the added complication that "no stocked fish roam the seas." Unlike trout fishing ("Trout fishing writers have always tended to complicate a rather simple sport," carps Kreh), where the angler must understand from the start that trout in a pool are relatively stationary creatures that exist only on the food available in that pool, saltwater species are fish in transit, constantly on the move, often in schools, and they gulp down anything they run into. Kreh's bible begins by engraving that difference in stone. Then it patiently introduces you to the sport's basics step by step: the necessary tackle and how to care for it; technique; fly patterns; fish behavior; the long cast; understanding tides and where fish are likely located; and specifics of deepwater fishing, inshore fishing, and fishing at sea from boats. "The sea has always been a fascination to me, and the creatures in it offer the greatest challenge a fly rodder will ever know," writes Kreh. His unparalleled infectious enthusiasm--just look at the cover photo of the author: a happy man if ever there was one--and expertise make that challenge as reachable as it is alluring.Amazon.com Review
For the subspecies of saltwater angler who insists on doinghis fishing with flies, Kreh is the guru and this is the holybook. Now in its third revised edition, Fly Fishing in SaltWater first surfaced in the late '60s when the idea of fishing theseas with a fly for bluefish, stripers, bonito, and bigger game liketarpon and tuna was not only novel, it was sneered at. Fly-fishing insaltwater is still a relatively new frontier, but time has proven Kreha visionary and the virtual father of the sport, and this how-toremains an essential part of a saltwater fly-angler's tackle.

Whyfish salt water with a fly? Because, says Kreh, it combines the bestphysical and cerebral aspects of fishing and hunting, with theadded complication that "no stocked fish roam the seas." Unlike troutfishing ("Trout fishing writers have always tended to complicate arather simple sport," carps Kreh), where the angler must understandfrom the start that trout in a pool are relatively stationarycreatures that exist only on the food available in that pool,saltwater species are fish in transit, constantly on the move, oftenin schools, and they gulp down anything they run into. Kreh's biblebegins by engraving that difference in stone. Then it patientlyintroduces you to the sport's basics step by step: the necessarytackle and how to care for it; technique; fly patterns; fish behavior;the long cast; understanding tides and where fish are likely located;and specifics of deepwater fishing, inshore fishing, and fishing atsea from boats.

"The sea has always been a fascination to me, andthe creatures in it offer the greatest challenge a fly rodder willever know," writes Kreh. His unparalleled infectious enthusiasm--justlook at the cover photo of the author: a happy man if ever there wasone--and expertise make that challenge as reachable as it isalluring. --Jeff Silverman ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

Excellent book
Within minutes after opening this book, I had learned several valuable tips which made me a far better fly fisher. I highly recommend it to everyone interested in this sport.

Easing the way for beginners and the more experienced
I believe there is no other book available that covers the sport of saltwater fly fishing as well as this one. The book runs the gamut for novice and even expert salt water fly fisherman. Lefty explains the importance of the cast, and why you should practice until you can consistently cast for both distance and accuracy. He explains how the tides are an important part of successful fly fishing, and how you can take advantage of them. Tackle, flies, angling techniques, and various knots and leaders are all carefully and clearly covered. This book belongs on the book shelf of anyone who loves saltwater fly fishing, or wants to learn it.

The bible for salt water flyfishing
What Lefty Kreh did with saltwater fly fishing was nothing short of revolutionary.It's easy enough to walk to the nearest store and buy saltwater gear and flies now, but Lefty helped pioneer the genre and many of the flies we now enjoy - including the Lefty's Deceiver.Lefty writes the way he speaks in public; generous, affable and full of infectious energy.No serious angler's library is complete without this book.

I first read this book in college in South Florida in the early 90s.Unable to afford bait, I took an old fiberglass fly rod out and following this book's advice, caught snook, reds, trout and even juvenile tarpon and hammerheads.

If you like this book, (and you will) you should also pick up Lefty's DVDs on tying.

As usual; Lefty at his best.
As usual; Lefty at his best. Another book where Lefty has the ability to teach and simplify with the written word and short stories like few others in the sport. I highly recommend all his books.

Lefty didn't forget us!
How to catch barramundi, trevally or milkfish?
Lefty write about indo-pacific fish and give efficient techniques working in all South East Asia.
Thank you!!! ... Read more

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An illustrated handbook of common fishes of North America. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Great for beginning fish enthusiasts
My six year old son loves this book.He nearly wore out a copy from the local library before we purchased this for him.It's not a complete guide (he wouldn't be able to carry it around in his school bag if it were!) but it more than satisfies his curiosity in fish and different species.He enjoys the pictures, but the descriptions also answer his major questions (how big is it, what does it eat, where does it live, etc).If you're looking for in-depth, textbook descriptions, you'll want something else, but if you would like a basic, "what kind of fish is that" book for North American fish, this is great.

This book is a great overview of the fish kingdom.
The full color illustrations and brief, interesting descriptions make this a great gift for young fish enthusiasts and a wonderful resource for reports. ... Read more