Authors: Stan Shubel
ISBN-13: 9780793837649, ISBN-10: 0793837642
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc.
Date Published: September 2006
Edition: (Non-applicable)
Book Synopsis
Fancy guppies are one of the most popular aquarium fish around the world. This book assists with making guppy selections and offers valuable information on keeping, breeding, and showcasing these fancy fish.
Table of Contents
Introduction 5
Why do You Want to Keep Giippies? 7
Guppies in Nature
Relaxation & Fascination
A Slice of Nature
Guppy Behavior
Getting Started & Keeping It Running 13
Aquarium Placement & Stand Selection
Filtration & Aeration
Temperature Control
Lighting
Substrate & Decorations
Testing, Testing...1, 2, 3
Setting Up & Maintenance
Water Changes & Water Quality
Conditioning New Water
Good Eating 37
Commercial Foods
Non-Commercial Foods
Feeding Your Guppies
Cleaning the Tank
Feeling Good 47
Illness
Fish Stress Factors
Odd Behavior
Disease Treatment & Prevention
Quarantine Your Guppies!
Who Am I? 61
The Many Faces & Many Races of Guppies
Breeding Guppies 69
Breeding Techniques
Breeding Methods
Breeding Goals
Maintenance of Lines
Trying New Color Lines
Care of the Fry
Beyond the Tank 89
History of Guppy Associations
Profiling Hobbyists
Showing Your Guppies
Shipping Show Fish
Show Classes
Glossary: Guppies 100
Glossary: General Aquarium 102
Resources 107
Index 108
Subjects