Sophia Posted July 28, 2011 Report Share Posted July 28, 2011 Written by Loaches Online people, get em while they're hot.... Auckland ordered 3 copies, 1 is at my house already and 2 are still available for loan: Loaches : natural history & aquarium care / managing editors, Mark Macdonald and Martin Thoene ; contributing editors, Robin Lynn ... [et al.].. Summary "The popularity of loaches is on the rise as they become increasingly available at pet stores and aquarium shops, both large and small. Despite this surge in accessibility, they remain a relatively little-known group of freshwater fishes. Loaches is the first book of its kind to give extensive focus to this diverse family of aquarium fish. Experts from nine countries contribute their knowledge, experience, and photographs to this user-friendly guide. It delves into the natural history and husbandry of over 60 species of loaches, including the specialized brook and hillstream loaches, in both their natural and aquarium habitats. It also contains technical information on providing for the care of specialized loaches, including water chemistry and tank design, a comprehensive description of disease and treatment options, and descriptions of the first successful in-tank breeding of certain species. If you or someone you know is considering inviting loaches into your tropical aquarium, or if you own loaches but are in need of information to ensure proper care, Loaches provides expert information and guidance to one of the world's most popular types of aquarium fish."--Publisher description. :bounce: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
critter_crazy Posted July 29, 2011 Report Share Posted July 29, 2011 Ordered :happy2: Thanks for the heads up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmillanm Posted July 30, 2011 Report Share Posted July 30, 2011 Hey, thanks for that - I love my kubotai, histrionic & striata loaches and would love to know more about them! Great stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophia Posted July 30, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2011 I think they all get a mention and there are some good photos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophia Posted July 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Yes they are all in there. Histrionica I really like but don't have a big enough tank. One day it will happen though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmillanm Posted July 31, 2011 Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 I enjoyed reading about your chain loaches in your other thread. Do you think think a few of these guys will get on fine with some Sterbai, bronze and albino corydoras along with some platies and sword tails in my baby tank? I've also got WAY too many darn snails in this tank LOL but mainly love both corys and loaches. Fish are so addictive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sophia Posted July 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2011 Yep they should be good tankmates, they are peaceful get more nutty the more of them you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman Posted August 2, 2011 Report Share Posted August 2, 2011 It is a great book and has been around for about 2 years, my missus bought me one when it first came out and its by far the favourite book in the fishy part of my library. I think it was HFF she bought it from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmillanm Posted August 9, 2011 Report Share Posted August 9, 2011 I picked up the copy I had received from the library yesterday and read it last night from start to finish LOL. Reminded me of why I love my loaches, they are so cute and have such character! At the moment I have 2 kubatai, 2 histrionic and 3 striata. When the opportunity arises I'm going to add some chain loaches too! Definitely recommend the book, it's written in a great, easy to read and entertaining book! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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