http://ask.metafilter.com/tags/waterconditions Questions tagged with 'waterconditions' at Ask MetaFilter. Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:51:22 -0800 Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:51:22 -0800 en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://ask.metafilter.com/69179/Whats%2Dthe%2Ddefinitive%2Dresource%2Dfor%2Dfreshwater%2Daquaria What is the most authoritative resource for finding the ideal water conditions and general care of freshwater aquarium fish? I've been using this <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/185648632X/metafilter-20/ref=nosim/">guide</a> in picking out species of fish that are suitable for my new aquarium (which is warmer than most species like at 80 deg. F). The book is very specific, listing ideal temp., pH, water hardness, behavioral information, breeding advice, compatible tankmates, feeding, etc. It's nice, but doesn't list all of the fish that I've seen in my local fish shop. Also, I've seen information that contradicts the book in online databases. I'm more apt to trust a print reference, but I'm still nagged by the idea that I'm not using the best resource possible.<br> <br> Is there a book with scientific authority that offers comprehensive details on all freshwater aquarium species? tag:ask.metafilter.com,2007:site.69179 Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:51:22 -0800 aquarium book fishcare waterconditions cowbellemoo