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Le Larousse des Poissons et Aquariums

Autor: Tanguy De Saint Sauveur

Número de Páginas: 384

Un ouvrage de référence complet et illustré de 580 photos et dessins, pour expliquer, étape par étape, comment installer et entretenir un aquarium d’eau douce ou d’eau de mer. Découvrir les divers types d’aquariums : la description de tous les aquariums que vous pouvez aménager chez vous avec de superbes photos. Concevoir son aquarium : choisir ses poissons, ses plantes, ses invertébrés, réaliser le paysage aquatique. Installer son aquarium : préparer une eau adaptée à ses futurs pensionnaires, choisir et installer le matériel nécessaire au fonctionnement de l’aquarium (filtre, chauffage, pompe à air...). Faire vivre son aquarium : nourrir ses poissons et ses invertébrés, soigner un poisson malade et s’occuper de ses plantes, favoriser la reproduction des poissons, entretenir son aquarium. Connaître les espèces : identifier et comprendre le mode de vie et le comportement de plus de 350 poissons d’eau douce et d’eau de mer, 80 plantes et 60 invertébrés, des conseils pratiques pour chaque espèce.

Guide du visiteur à l'Aquarium du Havre

Autor: Le Havre (france). Aquarium

Número de Páginas: 280

Animal Helpers: Aquariums

Autor: Jennifer Keats Curtis

Número de Páginas: 18

Where else could you stay dry while visiting aquatic animals from around the world? Only in an aquarium can you visit and learn about all these different local and exotic animals. Aquarium staff care for and teach about these animals, as well as work to conserve and protect threatened and endangered species. Follow this behind-the-scenes photographic journal as it leads you into the wondrous world of aquariums and the animal helpers who work there.

Bring Me Home! Saltwater Aquariums Make a Great Hobby

Autor: John H. Tullock

Número de Páginas: 283

THE BOOK TO BRING HOME BEFORE YOU BRING HOME A SALTWATER AQUARIUM! This book is a great way to test the waters before you take the plunge. Saltwater aquariums are intriguing, mesmerizing, and relaxing. However, they do require a commitment of time and money. Are you up for the challenge? With this practical, hands-on guide, you'll know what to expect. You'll have information on choosing the aquarium, equipment, and fish; proper setup and maintenance; and more. Information and interactive features include: WORKSHEETS that help you make informed decisions QUESTIONS to help you determine if your family is ready for a saltwater aquarium CHARTS showing the time and money required for setting up and maintaining a 30-gallon tank or larger unit CHECKLISTS covering how to properly locate the aquarium, supplies needed, and more AIDS for creating a timetable and a stocking plan MAINTENANCE CHARTS to keep you organized RESOURCES to keep in a notebook with your maintenance logs, fish purchasing records, and more Bring Me Home! Saltwater Aquariums Make a Great Hobby covers feeding fish and invertebrates, common mistakes and how to avoid them, creating a reef habitat, and more. It's a reference...

The Ultimate Guide to Freshwater Aquariums: A Practical Handbook for Beginners

Autor: Pasquale De Marco

Número de Páginas: 153

Welcome to the fascinating world of freshwater aquariums! This comprehensive guide is your ultimate resource for setting up, maintaining, and enjoying a thriving underwater ecosystem in your home or office. With clear instructions and expert advice, we'll take you step-by-step through the process of creating a beautiful and healthy aquarium. From selecting the right equipment and choosing the perfect fish and plants to troubleshooting common problems, we've got you covered. Inside this book, you'll discover: * The basics of aquarium setup and maintenance, including choosing the right size and type of aquarium, installing a filtration system, and maintaining water quality * In-depth information on selecting the perfect fish and plants for your aquarium, including compatibility, care requirements, and feeding tips * Expert advice on creating a beautiful and natural-looking aquascape, including choosing the right substrate, decorations, and plants * Troubleshooting tips for common aquarium problems, such as fish diseases, algae growth, and water quality issues * Advanced topics for experienced aquarists, such as breeding fish, creating a saltwater aquarium, and keeping marine fish...

Animal Attractions: A Global Journey Through the History of Zoos and Aquariums

Autor: Pasquale De Marco

Número de Páginas: 158

Zoos and aquariums have been a part of human culture for centuries, providing us with a unique opportunity to learn about the natural world and its inhabitants. From the earliest animal collections in ancient Mesopotamia to the modern zoos and aquariums of today, these institutions have played an important role in our society. In **Animal Attractions**, author Pasquale De Marco takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of zoos and aquariums. We'll explore the different types of animals that have been kept in captivity over the centuries, and we'll examine the changing attitudes towards animals that have led to the development of modern zoos and aquariums. We'll also take a look at the challenges facing zoos and aquariums today, and we'll discuss the future of these important institutions. Whether you're a zoo or aquarium enthusiast, or simply someone who is interested in the history of animals in captivity, **Animal Attractions** is sure to provide you with a wealth of information and insights. **Review** "**Animal Attractions** is a comprehensive and engaging history of zoos and aquariums. Pasquale De Marco does an excellent job of tracing the evolution of these...

Contributions of Zoos and Aquariums to the Advancement of Marine Science

Autor: Steven T. Kessel , Charles Knapp , Tracy A. Romano , Alistair Dove , Heather Jane Koldewey

Número de Páginas: 206

As zoological organizations evolve in the twenty-first century to address the biodiversity extinction crisis, and proactively demonstrate relevance in a changing public opinion landscape, their conservation science portfolios continue to expand. Public zoos and aquariums address these issues directly by conducting both ex- and in-situ research designed to advance our understanding of species while also detecting, diagnosing, and halting population declines in the wild. In particular, the distinct nature of zoological organizations uniquely positions them to make significant contributions to marine science. The ability to care for and access a diverse suite of marine species provides the opportunity to understand their behavior, biology, physiology, which can inform ex-situ investigations. Moreover, the broad skillsets of staff facilitate extensive collaborative research opportunities. These ongoing contributions to marine science have remained relatively underappreciated by others outside the community. Here we intend to raise awareness about these contributions and initiate further collaborative research opportunities. Building on an increasing body of literature, our goal is to...