Author:
Ingo Seidel Publisher: Fohrman Aquaristik AB Date Published: First Edition January 31, 2008 Language: English: Format: Hardcover 208 Pages | Guide to L-Catfishes Book Description The armored catfish family (Loricariidae), with more than 700 described species, is one of the largest and most varied groups of fishes known to Man. Until a few years ago these catfishes played only an insignificant role in our aquaria, but nowadays they have become the height of fashion. Since the latter part of 1988, when a number of new and sometimes exceptionally colorful loricariidae catfish species were first imported, a real catfish boom has sprung into life. Around 500 species new to the aquarium hobby have been imported, and these sometimes vary quite significantly in their requirements. The object of this book is to provide both beginner and more experienced aquarist with an introduction to not only the maintenance but also the breeding of these fishes. It covers some 390 of the most important and most interesting L-number catfishes, listed alphabetically by genus and species, and illustrated in full color. The book uses easily understood symbols to provide details of eventual size and maintenance for each species, and is illustrated with more than 640 color photos, 208 pages, hardcover. Genus descriptions: 38 different genera are described according to the following criteria number of described species, characters, sexual dimorphism, distribution, diet, maintenance in the aquarium. Species descriptions: App. 390 species (nearly all that are available in the trade) + photos on color varieties. Each species is described with photo/photos, scientific name, L-number, difficulty to maintain, maximum total length, minimum length of the aquarium, diet, suitable temperature, suitable pH, current water necessary or not, demand of wood, and other specific species needs. Chapters: What are L-number catfishes? What should I bear in mind when buying loricariidae catfishes? How can I tell the sexes apart? What is the natural habitat of these fishes like? How are these fishes collected and how do they reach us? What points are important for maintenance in the aquarium? How can I feed these catfishes correctly? What are the commonest diseases of L-number catfishes? How do L-number catfishes breed in their natural habitat? How can I breed these catfishes in the aquarium? What will I require for the rearing of loricariidae catfishes? About the Author Ingo Seidel has been working intensively with the armored catfish family (Loricariidae) for more than 20 years. During this time he has maintained countless species in his aquaria and has often bred them as well. He has undertaken numerous expeditions to various South American countries to study the natural ecology of these catfishes and has also garnered copious new information on their requirements. He has made every effort to pass on his extensive knowledge of loricariidae catfishes in numerous lectures and articles, as well as in books like this one. |
Author:
Erwin Schraml Frank Schaefer Publisher: Hollywood Import & Export, Inc. Date Published: Second Edition January 31, 2004 Language: English Format: Hardcover 272 pages | Second Edition Book Description With this completely revised edition of one of the most successful aquarium fish books of the last decade, a new important chapter in the history of the aquarium hobby has been written. This book covers all L-Numbers from 1 to 350 and all LDA-Numbers from 1 to 76 on 272 pages. All important information and care instructions are given under the photos with international symbols. The explanation of the symbols is given in 10 different languages inside the book. Sucker-mouth catfishes (scientific name: Loricariidae) are given an L or LDA number if they are imported for the aquarium hobby but cannot be unequivocally assigned to any described species. Due to the immense individual variation in coloration and body-shape of the particular species it is often difficult to identify them. Thus more than 1.800 photographs have been used to solve this problem. This book is accepted worldwide as reference work for dealers, breeders and all aquarists who enjoy keeping these wonderful fishes. |
Author:
Ulrich Glaser Publisher: Aquaristik - Consulting & Service GmbH Date Published: First Edition April 1, 1998 Language: English Format: Hardcover 48 Pages | The Most Beautiful L Numbers Special Book Description Fantastic poster with 64 of the most beautiful and popular L-numbers. Plus a lot of informative text about the care, breeding etc. All L- and LDA-numbers are presented in AQUALOG all L-numbers and completing supplements on over 500 full color photographs. The fishes featured in this book are not just identified by their name but also code number. AQUALOG has developed an ingenious code number system which labels every known or newly discovered fish (incl. breeding forms etc.)with an individual code number. This number remains, despite any scientific renaming. Moreover, it enables you to communicate internationally about any fish without the danger of confusion regarding local names. If you require complete information on all fishes of this group, you'll find it in our AQUALOG-reference book "all L-numbers"! |
Authors:
Frank Schaefer Erwin Schraml Publisher: Hollywood Import & Export, Inc. Date Published: October 2003 Languages: English German Format: Paperback 48 Pages | Book Description When, 15 years ago, Rainer Stawikowski, the editor-in-chief of the long established aquarium and terrarium magazine DATZ (Germany), and Arthur Werner, the owner of the well-known aquarium fish import company Transfish, invented the L-Numbers, they did not suspect how their idea would snowball. Since then, the armored catfishes of the family Loricariidae (which the L stands for) have become all the rage to an extent seen previously only in the cichlids of Lake Malawi. Sucker mouth catfishes are given an L or LDA number if they are imported for the aquarium hobby but cannot be unequivocally assigned to any described species. Thanks to intensive collaboration with one of the largest aquarium fish import and export companies in the world, Aquarium Glaser/Germany, we are able to present here the latest L and LDA numbers. If you have the first edition about L-Numbers (Aqualog All L-Numbers ISBN 3931702014) and all the Supplements published so far, this new book Aqualog Extra: The Latest L-Numbers, will bring you dear reader, right up to date. Paperback with over 300 color photos in 48 pages, and more space in the back of the book for future supplements. A must for every Pleco lover! |
