Freshwater and saltwater fishkeeping are challenging and tremendously rewarding hobbies. Aquariums covers every requirement a fishkeeper needs to know and meet -- all presented in a comprehensive and reader-friendly format. Hundreds of color diagrams illustrate step-by-step technical instructions and hundreds more color photographs show fish in natural and aquarium habitats. This book addresses: Choosing the right equipment Preparing the water and setting up the aquarium Achieving a balanced aquarium with the right mix of fish and appropriate plants Differences in saltwater and freshwater requirements Types of fish and their families in a freshwater fish directory and a saltwater fish directory Selecting plants for the aquarium Fish reproduction How to prepare decorative objects for the aquarium. Packed with practical advice and useful tips, Aquariums shows how to create a fish tank of stunning beauty.