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Publications to Order through the World Aquaculture Society's (WAS) On-Line Store under WAS Books

Publications to Order through the World Aquaculture Society's (WAS) On-Line Store under Other Books

  • 2001 AES Issues Forum - Proceedings from the Aquacultural Engineering Society's Second Issues Forum, Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia, November 11-14, 2001.  Provides 24 papers addressing aquaculture effluent treatment, pond production methods, net pen systems, ozone and UV treatment, and bacterial systems for aquaculture water treatment; edited by Steven T. Summerfelt, Barnaby J. Watten and Michael B. Timmons
  • American and International Aquaculture Law - A comprehensive legal treatise and business handbook covering aquaculture of fishes, shellfish and aquatic plants by Henry D. McCoy III, 2000
  • Applied Fish Pharmacology - A reference manual for anyone involved in the selection of medicines for administration to fish by Keith M. Treves-Brown
  • Aquaculture Development: Progress and Prospects - Provides aquaculturists, policy-makers, administrators and scientists with a critical appraisal of the development and experiences of the industry to guide and assist in the formulation and implementation of plans and strategies for the future, by T. V. R. Pillay
  • Bacterial Diseases of Fish - This book has been written as a standard text for students in aquaculture, veterinarians, fisheries scientists and microbiologists interested in diagnosis or management of fish diseases; edited by Valerie Inglis, Ronald J. Roberts, Niall R.Bromage
  • Diseases of Carp and Other Cyprinid Fish - A practical guide to cyprinid health and diseases; fundamental information for successful management; editors David Hoole, David Bucke, Peter Burgess, and Ian Wellby, April 2001
  • Encyclopedia of Aquaculture - The first and only comprehensive reference providing complete coverage of all key topics relevant to the practice of aquaculture; editor in chief, Robert R. Stickney, March 2000
  • Environmental Management for Aquaculture - This book aims to bring the principles of wastewater treatment and other pollution control techniques for fish and shellfish farming to a wide audience of anyone who works in aquaculture or pollution control by Alex Midlen and Theresa Redding, 1998
  • Fish Diseases and Disorders, Volume 1 - This volume is the first of three volumes on diseases and disorders of freshwater and marine fishes (fin and shellfish). Volume 1 deals with parasitic infections; edited by P.T.K. Woo, hardcover 1995 and reprinted 1999
  • Fish Diseases and Disorders, Volume 2 - This volume provides a comprehensive discussion on the major non-infectious disorders in finfish; edited by J. F. Leatherland and P.T.K. Woo, 1998
  • Fish Diseases and Disorders: Volume 3 - This comprehensive volume deals with the major viral, bacterial and fungal diseases in fin- and shellfishes; edited by P.T.K. Woo and D. W. Bruno, 1999
  • Food Intake in Fish - This most comprehensive book covers in depth all major aspects of food consumption by fish; edited by D. Houlihan, T. Boujard, M. Joblin, 2001
  • Fundamentals of Aquacultural Engineering - This essential volume offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on aquaculture engineering available, compiling basic engineering information for aquaculture facilities in a single resource. It will enable the reader to design and operate aquaculture facilities that meet the needs of an increasing, yet competitive market for cultivated seafood products; edited by Thomas B. Lawson, 1994
  • Fundamentals of Aquaculture - Fundamentals of Aquaculture covers all aspects of commercial aquaculture. The book is written as a college text and as a guide for the beginning fish farmer, but is also a good reference for the experienced fish farmer; by James W. Avault, 1996
  • Handbook on Ingredients for Aquaculture Feeds - This Handbook aims for a better understanding of the food components that affect nutrition and feeding of cultured fishes and crustaceans; by Joachim Hertrampf and F. Piedad Pascual, 2000
  • Health Maintenance and Principal Microbial Diseases of Cultured Fishes - This book provides a holistic approach to the identification, prevention, and management of infectious diseases; by John A. Plumb
  • Intensive Fish Farming - Explains many aspects of the technical and economic factors in intensive fish farming by Jonathan Shepherd and Niall Bromage
  • Multilingual Dictionary of Fish and Fish Products - The Multilingual Dictionary of Fish and Fish Products has been compiled and published with a definite objective of promoting and facilitating international trade n fish and fish products by making available a comprehensive source of information for the names of those fish and fish products that are in commercial use internationally; prepared by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD/OCDE), 1995
  • Nutrient Requirements and Feeding of Finfish for Aquaculture - This book provides a unique, complete coverage of current information on nutrient requirements, feed formulations and feeding practices of commercially important aquaculture species cultured around the world; edited by C.D. Webster and C.E. Lim, 2002
  • Pond Aquaculture Water Quality Management - Provides the most complete, up-to-date account of water quality and its management in aquaculture ponds by Claude E. Boyd and C. S. Tucker, 1998
  • Practical Genetics for Aquaculture - Practical Genetics for Aquaculture provides reviews of the fundamental theory and practical applications for genetic improvement in aquaculture; by Greg Lutz, 2001
  • Recirculating Aquaculture Systems, 2nd Edition - Cornell University's Freshwater Institute Summer short course, revised second edition, 2002 by M.B. Timmons, J.M. Ebeling, F.W. Wheaton, S.T. Summerfelt, B.J. Vinci; Spanish version also available

Publications to Order through the World Aquaculture Society's (WAS) On-Line Store under Spanish Language Books

  • Avances en Nutricion Acuicola IV - Memorias IV Simposium Internacional de Nutrición Acuicola 15 al 18 de Noviembre de 1998, La Paz, BCS, México; editores: Roberto Civera Cerecedo, B.M. Claudia J. Perez Estrada, L. Elizabeth Cruz Suarez, and Denis Ricque Marie

Other Publications

Other sites

  • Florida Tropical Fish Farms Association - Professional Organization of Ornamental Tropical Fish Farms. Association of Professional breeders of ornamental tropical fish.
  • Ohio Cichlid Association - The OCA is an organization dedicated to the advancement and dissemination of information relating to all aspects of the biology of cichlids and related aquatic life. Our purpose is to promote the interest, keeping, study, breeding, and the educational exhibits of cichlids
  • Ornamental Fish - Provides information, advice and training for ornamental fishkeepers. 550+ members include breeders, retailers, importers, wholesalers and manufacturers of associated products
  • Breeder's Registry - For marine aquarium cultured fishes and invertebrates provides a number of services for people working on captive reproduction of marine aquarium organisms
  • Manual of Ornamental Fish (2nd ed.) - British small animal veterinary association
  • Ornamental Fish International - A worldwide organization representing all sectors of the ornamental aquatic industry
  • Reef Fish Aquaculture - Hawaii
  • Zebrafish Information Network - Searchable database containing everything you always wanted to know about zebrafish
  • Siam's Best Bettas - To preserve the game Siamese Fighting Fish strain and promote responsible ownership of this breed through education and by encouraging media portrayals of the fish. Articles on conditioning and training for better betta health with exciting products
  • South Miami Tropical Fish Hatchery - Suppliers of South American Ornamental Freshwater Tropical Fish, Japanese Koi, African Cichlids, Tilapia, Chanel Catfish, Goldfish,, Feeder fish (Guppies, Gold Fish, Rosey Reds)
  • Commercial Tropical Fish -Tropical fish, goldfish, koi, betta fish, fancy guppies, cichlids, aquarium plants, puffers, crabs, frogs and many other inhabitants of freshwater aquariums sold online and shipped directly to your door. This site also has lots of fish pictures and information about keeping, breeding, and caring for fish, preventing diseases, and curing sick fish
  • FishGeeks - Provides you with all of your aquarium, and tropical fish information. Within you'll find articles on tropical fish, interactive forums, chat, photos, and equipment reviews
  • AquariumFish Net - Tropical fish, goldfish, koi, betta fish, fancy guppies, cichlids, aquarium plants, puffers, crabs, frogs and many other inhabitants of freshwater aquariums for Sale online and shipped directly to your door. This site also has lots of fish pictures and information about keeping, breeding, and caring for fish, preventing diseases, and curing sick fish
  • Asia Tropic Zone Co.,Ltd. - Tropical fish breeder and exporter from Thailand. We are specialized in specific groups of Ornamental fish and rare species. Varieties of Ornamental fish in Thai market is more than 300 species, of which 200 species are native to Thailand. We collected varieties of fishes from native, from network supplier and from our own breeding farm. Guarantee to supply only good health fishes to customers worldwide
  • Luo's Goldfish Farm - Established in 1980,Luo’s Goldfish Farm is one of the leading goldfish exporters in GuangDong,China; specialize in breeding and exporting high quality fancy goldfish
  • Koi Fish and Information - A site with technical explorations of Koi, classifications, growth rates, taxonomy, and water chemistry. The site contains many photographs, drawings, graphs, equations and videos
  • Koi Fish Ponds - Pond and Water Gardening supplies and equipment. A site for discounted pond and water gardening equipment. The site contains equations for calculating pump head for water pumps
  • Koi Pan Intercorp - Importers and wholesalers of Koi from Japan's leading breeders, from quality pond grade to Tategoi and Grand Champions
  • Blackwater Creek Koi Farms Inc - The souths largest importer/producer of koi. This koi and goldfish farms' main focus is to provide quality fish to the Wholesale market. The website provides a vast amount of information regarding koi and their various traits
  • Betta Splendens - To preserve the game Siamese Fighting Fish strain and promote responsible ownership of this breed through education and by encouraging media portrayals of the fish. Amazing articles of techniques and tips on conditioning and training your bettas for better health
  • Plakat Thai - Siamese Fighting Fish Home Page - The original and traditional of keeping and rearing of betta splendens in Thailand.  How to wizard your dull betta to be an angel. Trading welcome. A lot of articles and pictures
  • Jeda Aquarium - Exporters of tropical freshwater fish from Thailand. 25 categories of fish including discus, angel and bettas
  • Petra-Aqua - Fresh water tropical fish for the wholesale. Aquarium fish breeding and world wide export. Catalogue with over 1.300 items
  • Captive Bred Livestock and Wholesalers - American Marinelife Dealers Association
  • Fish 2 you - Order Ornamental Fish and Have Them Shipped to Your Home
  • Fish Index - Informative site about Fish
  • Aquagardens of Florida, Inc. - Aquagardens of Florida, Inc. and Florida Koi Farm raise and sell domestic koi and import japanese koi and sell wholesale and at farm pricing
  • Angels Hatchery - Specialize in fancy Japanese Koi and African Lake Cichlids
  • Companies and Products - links to aquaculture, breeders, stores, etc
  • How To Raise & Train Your Peppermint Shrimp - A fun, easy to read guide that's packed with all the information you'll need to raise marine aquarium shrimp at home or in the classroom. Also includes tips on raising 2 other species of cleaner shrimp, plus notes on commercial propagation
  • Fishery Market Service (NMFS)
  • Directory of Aquaculture Associations
  • Seafood Datasearch - A Source for Seafood Market Information
  • Pacific Regional Aquaculture Information Service for Education (PRAISE) Find It Yourself Online - Bibliographic databases, electronic publications, newsletters, magazines, reports, papers, and proceedings.

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