Books

[frankieboy]

I'm reading saltwater aquarium for dummies, the new marine aquarium from micheal palletta, animal planet for saltwater aquarium. Anyone knows any good books on corals. Planning a mixed reef tank. Only know mushroom and button polyp coral.

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[frankieboy]

Also I read a lot and research alot on the internet for info so please Barr with me im sarting this hobby and if I repeat myself its because I'm new. Can use a lot of advice opinions here.

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[Donewiththisplace]

Sounds funny but check out the liveaquaria.com site for purchasing corals. They give a brief description of the corals, temperment, level of difficulty and basic parameters needed..

Ask around which corals may be for you and Im sure the answers will be similar with which corals to start with..

Like most beginners you'll probably wanna start with Softies, Zoanthids and Mushrooms. As you start to feel more comfortable and your tank matures you'll move into LPS and eventually, (If your really good at balancing your tank parameters and are really dedicated) move into the harder SPS.

Good Luck!!

 

[AquaDan]

Also I read a lot and research alot on the internet for info so please Barr with me im sarting this hobby and if I repeat myself its because I'm new. Can use a lot of advice opinions here.

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Hey Frankie,

Here are the books that I've read to prepare for my setup(currently setting up a 125 gallon fish, live rock, inverts).

The Reef Aquarium Vol. 3 by Delbeek and Sprung
The Conscientious Marine Aquarist by Fenner
The Marine Reef Aquarium by Hunt
The New Marine Aquarium by Paletta
Saltwater Aquarium Models by Tullock

I am constantly referring to the first two the most. The Reef Vol 3 devotes an entire chapter to plumbing. Its been a godsend for me because I don't know squat about plumbing.

In addition to the books, I've checked out the Bulk Reef Supply and King of DIY videos on youtube and I've learned a ton by reading and asking questions on MR.

Hope that helps. Good luck with your setup!

 

[frankieboy]

Thanks aquadan ill look into does books because my planning is slow. Being new to this hobby can get you lost with what equipment and plumbing, also what sump to do. Thanks in advance for advice, info.

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[James]

Frankie, starting with books will get you everywhere in this hobby.

Knowledge + a little patience = success

I started with
The Conscientious Marine Aquarist and highly recommend The Reef Aquarium Vol. 3 by Delbeek and Sprung as well.

 

[frankieboy]

Anyone can tell me were to buy the reef aquarium volume 3 at a good price. Amazon wants $ 89.95 + 3.00 shipping I was thinking barnes and noble. think I saw they had it for 60 something dollars. Cause I love to have books for references, any suggestions will be great.

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[James]

Anyone can tell me were to buy the reef aquarium volume 3 at a good price. Amazon wants $ 89.95 + 3.00 shipping I was thinking barnes and noble. think I saw they had it for 60 something dollars. Cause I love to have books for references, any suggestions will be great.

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60 Bucks is a steal. Worth it's weight in gold.

 

[TaylorJane]

check out my book thread:
http://www.manhattanreefs.com/forum/reefs-beginners/125437-book-recommendations.html