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title: "Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) Essential Beginner-Friendly Guide to Setting Up Your Tank, Filtration, Health, Fish, Plants, Substrates, Lighting, and More (Aquamaster)"
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# Detailed fish & plant species profiles Complete water & filtration setup guide 300+ vivid photos & illustrations Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) Essential Beginner-Friendly Guide to Setting Up Your Tank, Filtration, Health, Fish, Plants, Substrates, Lighting, and More (Aquamaster)

**Price:** R616
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## Summary

> 🐟 Dive into the ultimate beginner’s guide and make your freshwater aquarium the envy of every enthusiast!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) Essential Beginner-Friendly Guide to Setting Up Your Tank, Filtration, Health, Fish, Plants, Substrates, Lighting, and More (Aquamaster)
- **How much does it cost?** R616 with free shipping
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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Trusted Expertise:** Authored by seasoned fish keepers with practical, beginner-friendly advice that guarantees success.
- • **Aquarium Architect:** Step-by-step guidance on substrates, lighting, filtration, and water management to build a thriving aquatic ecosystem.
- • **Visual Masterclass:** Over 300 full-color photos and clear illustrations make complex aquarium setups effortlessly understandable.
- • **Fish & Flora Insider:** Comprehensive profiles of 9 fish families and 30+ popular plants ensure perfect harmony in your tank.
- • **Themed Tank Inspiration:** Six creative natural habitat aquarium themes to elevate your space and impress your peers.

## Overview

Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) is a beginner-friendly, visually rich guide featuring over 300 photos and expert advice on setting up and maintaining a balanced freshwater tank. Covering everything from substrates and lighting to fish species and themed aquariums, this book empowers new hobbyists to create thriving aquatic environments with confidence.

## Description

Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) Essential Beginner-Friendly Guide to Setting Up Your Tank, Filtration, Health, Fish, Plants, Substrates, Lighting, and More (Aquamaster) [Thraves, Stuart, Hiscock, Peter, Sandford, Gina] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Freshwater Aquariums (CompanionHouse Books) Essential Beginner-Friendly Guide to Setting Up Your Tank, Filtration, Health, Fish, Plants, Substrates, Lighting, and More (Aquamaster)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #110,328 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #9 in Fish & Aquarium Care (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (396) |
| Dimensions  | 5.5 x 0.25 x 8.25 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 1933958081 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1933958088 |
| Item Weight  | 6.4 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Part of series  | Aquamaster |
| Print length  | 96 pages |
| Publication date  | July 31, 2007 |
| Publisher  | CompanionHouse Books |

## Images

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*Last updated: 2026-10-14*