Aquarium Care of Oscars

by Neal Pronek, Brian M. Scott

Overview

The oscar is an intelligent and enjoyable fish to own. From selection to health and nutrition concerns, this book helps take the guesswork out of taking the best care of oscars in a home aquarium.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780793847785
Publisher:	TFH Publications, Inc.
Publication date:	08/01/2006
Series:	Animal Planet Pet Care Series
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	5 MB

Table of Contents

Introduction     5
Why Do You Want to Keep an Oscar?     7
Oscars are Interesting!
Oscars are Big!
Oscars are Popular!
Oscars as an Investment!
Oscars Defined
Unique Behavior of Oscars
A Face Only a Mother Could Love
Relaxation & Fascination
A Slice of Nature
Having Fun with Your Oscar
Oscars: The Family Pet?
Getting Your Tank Started & Keeping It Running     23
Aquarium Selection
Aquarium Placement & Stand Selection
Filtration
Heaters
Lighting
Tank Decor
Cycling Your Aquarium
Testing, Testing...1,2,3
Plants? Don't Bother!
Keep It Covered
The Maintenance Factor
Eating Well     41
Commercial Foods
Non-Commercial Foods
Live Foods
How Much & How Often to Feed
Feeling Good     57
Injuries
Illnesses
Recognizing Symptoms
Disease Prevention & Treatment
Quarantine Your Oscar!
Getting Along     67
Choosing Compatible Tankmates
Stocking & Overstocking
Who Am I?     77
It's Your Choice!
The Many Faces of Oscars
Veiltails Unveiled
A Species Question
Breeding & Beyond     91
Breeding Your Oscars!
Caring for the Eggs
Another Option
Feeding the Fry
Clubs
Speakers
Resources     106
Index     108