Welcome to Sea and Sky's Other Aquarium Resources page. This section of the site contains links and information about other sources of information for the home aquarium hobby. These sources include online information services, online aquarium magazines, links to other aquarium hobbyist sites, newsgroups, and books. I am always on the lookout for more great resources. If you know of any that aren't represented here, please send an e-mail and I will consider adding the resource to this page.

Web Information Sources | Online Magazines | Recommended Aquarium Books

		Aquaria Central features an enormous online database of information to help out with your aquarium hobby. Whether it's freshwater, marine, coldwater or whatever you're looking for, you'll be sure to find it here. This site includes information about all aspects of the aquarium hobby, pictures, links, chat rooms, discussion boards, and mailing lists.
		Fish Link Central contains information about every aspect of both the freshwater and marine aquarium hobby. Here you will find articles, publications, discussions, photos, software, and links. New links are added almost daily. The "Ask a Volunteer" section is particularly useful for those especially tough questions.
		The Fish Information Service (FINS) is an archive of information about aquariums. It covers both freshwater and marine, tropical and temperate, and includes aquarium information, a disease diagnosis tool, pictures & videos, directories to aquarium resources, and links to other related sites.
		AquaLink Aquaria Service is an information service for those interested in tropical fish. It features services for fresh, marine and brackish water fish, as well as aquatic plants and reef systems. The menu includes information on freshwater and marine aquariums, disease diagnosis, online catalogs, mailing lists, message boards, a glossary, help service, software, and links to other sites.

Return to top of page

Online Magazines

		Freshwater and Marine Aquarium is an online version of the magazine by the same name. It is a great resource for both freshwater and marine aquarium hobbyists. This site requires a paid subscription to gain full access, although some features are made available free to non-subscribers.
		Aquaworld Magazine is a free online magazine that has a lot to offer. It covers both freshwater and marine aquariums. Features include articles, announcements, aquarium diseases & treatments, photo gallery, frequently asked questions (FAQ), chat room, web forum, and links to other sites. An archive of past issues is also available.

Return to top of page

Recommended Aquarium Books

		The Book of Marine Aquarium Author:  Nick Dakin Publisher:  Tetra Press This large 400-page hardcover book is an excellent resource for the beginner. It covers all the basics of aquarium setup, livestock selection, disease diagnosis & treatment, water quality, light, and all of the other necessary basics. This is also one of the few general aquarium books that features an extensive guide to marine fish and invertebrate species. The information includes full-color pictures and the all-important information on compatibility and feeding habits.
		The Marine Aquarium Problem Solver: Practical & Expert Advice on Keeping Fish & Invertebrates Author:  Nick Dakin Publisher:  Tetra Press This small 208-page hardcover book is quite a little gem. It is arranged in a question and answer format and contains the answers to many of the most commonly asked questions. It is well stocked with color photos and diagrams, and is written in an easy to understand language. I really recommend this one.
		The Reef Aquarium: A Comprehensive Guide to the Identification and Care of Tropical Marine Invertebrates (Volume 1) Author: Charles Delbeek and Julian Sprung Publisher:  Ricordea Publishing Julian Sprung and Charles Delbeek are considered by many to be the foremost authorities on reef aquariums. This 544-page hardcover book contains the sum of their knowledge and experience in the reef aquarium hobby. Recommended more for the advanced reef keeper, it goes into depth about water chemistry and reef setup. The book also contains a handy guide to soft and hard corals and tridacna clams. This book is an expensive investment, but no serious reef hobbyist should be without it!
		The Marine Aquarium Handbook: Beginner to Breeder Author: Martin A. Moe Jr. Publisher:  Green Turtle Publications This 318-page softcover book is another great resource for the beginning marine aquarium hobbyist. Referred to by some as the "Aquarium Bible", it contains a wealth of information about aquarium setup, cycling, livestock selection, disease diagnosis & treatment, and diet. There is even a section on breeding some marine fish species. There are no color pictures, but the low price tag and wealth of useful information makes this book a must-have for the beginner and experienced marine hobbyist alike.

Return to top of page

Aquarium Resources | Sea Menu | Sky Menu | Home