MASNA recommends the following books for your personal or marine aquarium club library.

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Basic Aquarium Books

Screen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.11.54 PMMarine Aquariums: Basic Aquarium Setup And Maintenance (Fish Keeping Made Easy)

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  • Author: Ray Hunziker
  • Series: Fish Keeping Made Easy
  • Hardcover: 144 pages
  • Publisher: i5 Press (September 1, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1931993645
  • ISBN-13: 978-1931993647

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The New Marine Aquarium

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  • Author: Michael S. Palletta
  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc.; First Edition edition (September 1, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087521
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087524

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Marine Aquarium HandbookScreen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.07.18 PM

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  • Author: Martin A. Moe Jr.
  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc.; 3 Rev Exp edition (September 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0982026218
  • ISBN-13: 978-0982026212

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The Simple Guide to Marine Aquariums

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  • Author: Jeff Kurtz
  • Series: Simple Guide to…
  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc.; 2 edition (September 1, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0793806720
  • ISBN-13: 978-0793806720

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Ultimate Marine Aquariums: Saltwater Dream Systems and How They Are Created

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  • Author: Michael S. Palletta
  • Series: Microcosm/T.F.H. Professional
  • Hardcover: 160 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc. (September 1, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087742
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087746

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Basic Reef Aquarium Books

The Successful Reef Aquarium: Basics of German Reefkeeping

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  • Author: Daniel Knop
  • Hardcover: 197 pages
  • Publisher: Dahne Verlag; 1 edition (January 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 3921684471
  • ISBN-13: 978-3921684474

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Small reef aquarium basics: The optimum aquarium for the reef hobbyist

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  • Author: Albert J. Thiel
  • Paperback: 175 pages
  • Publisher: Distributed exclusively by Energy Savers Unlimited; 1st Ed. edition (1989)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0945777027
  • ISBN-13: 978-0945777021

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Practical Coral Farming: Expanded Second EditionScreen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.16.56 PM

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  • Author: Miguel Tolosa
  • Paperback: 142 pages
  • Publisher: Organism Press; Expanded Second Edition edition (2013)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1626203873
  • ISBN-13: 978-1626203877

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Aquarium Corals : Selection, Husbandry, and Natural History

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  • Author: Eric H. Borneman
  • Hardcover: 464 pages
  • Publisher: Microcosm Ltd; First Edition, later printing edition (March 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087475
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087470

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Screen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.17.13 PMCorals: A Quick Reference Guide (Oceanographic Series)

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  • Author: Julian Sprung Series: Oceanographic Series
  • Hardcover: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Ricordea Publishing; 1 edition (September 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1883693098
  • ISBN-13: 978-1883693091

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Advanced Aquarium Books

Advanced Marine Aquarium Techniques

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  • Author: Jay F. Hamdel
  • Hardcover: 352 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications (March 1, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0793805651
  • ISBN-13: 978-0793805655

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Advanced Aquarist, Volume IX, Book II: 2010 Edition

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  • Author: Shane Graber
  • Paperback: 122 pages
  • Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (March 1, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1460985699
  • ISBN-13: 978-1460985694

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Marine Fish and Invert Reef Aquarium: Advanced Techniques and Instrumentation

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  • Author: Albert J. Thiel
  • Paperback: 278 pages
  • Publisher: Aardvark Pr (December 1988)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0945777000
  • ISBN-13: 978-0945777007

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Advanced Aquarist, Volume X, Book I: 2011 Edition

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  • Author: Shane Graber
  • Paperback: 194 pages
  • Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (June 1, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1467938653
  • ISBN-13: 978-1467938655

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Screen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.20.37 PMThe Conscientious Marine Aquarist

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  • Author: Robert Fenner
  • Series: Microcosm/T.F.H. Professional
  • Hardcover: 456 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc.; 2 Rev Upd edition (September 1, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087998
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087999

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Advanced Reef Aquarium

Advanced Reef Keeping 1: A Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up Your Reef Tank

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  • Author: Albert J. Thiel
  • Publisher: Aardvark Pr; First Edition edition (January 1989)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0945777019
  • ISBN-13: 978-0945777014

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Reef Coral Identification: Florida, Caribbean, Bahamas 3rd Edition

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  • Author: Paul Humann
  • Series: Reef Set (New World) (Book 3)
  • Paperback: 276 pages
  • Publisher: New World Publications; 3 edition (November 1, 2013)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 187834854X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1878348548

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How to Frag Corals: A Simple Guide to Coral Propagation and Coral Fragging for the Marine Reef Aquarium Hobbyist…

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  • Author: Albert B. Ulrich III
  • File Size: 8319 KB
  • Print Length: 211 pages
  • Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
  • Publication Date: January 20, 2015
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B00R0D4OUW

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Book of Coral Propagation, Volume 1 Edition 2: Reef Gardening for Aquarists

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  • Author: Anthony Calfo
  • Hardcover: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Reading Trees; 2 edition (November 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0980236509
  • ISBN-13: 978-0980236507

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Aquascaping: Aquarium Landscaping Like a Pro, Second Edition: Aquarist’s Guide to Planted Tank Aesthetics and…

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  • Author: Moe Martin
  • Paperback: 132 pages
  • Publisher: Ubiquitous
  • Publishing; 2 edition (July 22, 2013)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1927870100
  • ISBN-13: 978-1927870105

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Invertebrates

The Reef Aquarium: A Comprehensive Guide to the Identification and Care of Tropical Marine Invertebrates (Volume 1)

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  • Author: Julian Sprung
  • Hardcover: 544 pages
  • Publisher: Ricordea
  • Publishing; 1st edition (July 1994)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1883693128
  • ISBN-13: 978-1883693121

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Screen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.24.18 PMInvertebrate Medicine

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  • Author: Gregory A. Lewbart
  • Hardcover: 356 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (April 17, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0813818443
  • ISBN-13: 978-0813818443

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The 101 Best Marine Invertebrates: How to Choose & Keep Hardy, Brilliant, Fascinating Species That Will Thrive…

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  • Author: Scott W. Michael
  • Series: Adventurous Aquarist Guide
  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Tfh Pubns Inc (August 1, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087238
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087234

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What Invertebrates?: A Buyer’s Guide for Marine Aquariums (What Pet? Books)

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  • Author: Tristan Lougher
  • Series: What Pet? Books
  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Barron’s Educational Series (February 29, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0764137417
  • ISBN-13: 978-0764137419

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A PocketExpert Guide to Marine Invertebrates: 500+ Essential-to-Know Aquarium Species

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  • Author: Ronald L. Shimek
  • Series: A Pocket Expert(TM) Guide Paperback: 448 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications, Inc.; Poc edition (February 15, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087661
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087661

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Giant Clams in the Sea and the Aquarium Hardcover

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  • Author: James W. Fatherree
  • Hardcover: 227 pages
  • Publisher: Liquid Medium (September 1, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0978619404
  • ISBN-13: 978-0978619404

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Sharks, Rays and Jellies 

Aquarium Sharks & Rays: An Essential Guide to Their Selection, Keeping, and Natural HistoryScreen Shot 2016-02-20 at 6.28.24 PM

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  • Author: Scott Michael
  • Hardcover: 216 pages
  • Publisher: TFH Publications; First edition (February 1, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1890087572
  • ISBN-13: 978-1890087579

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Sharks & Rays in Aquariums: Gaining an understanding of how to keep these fishes in captive saltwater systems…

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  • Author: Robert Fenner
  • Series: Aquarium Success
  • Paperback: 60 pages
  • Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (January 1, 2014)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1494868741
  • ISBN-13: 978-1494868741

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A Pocket Guide to Sharks of the World

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  • Author: David A Ebert
  • Series: Princeton Pocket Guides
  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Princeton University Press; Poc edition (March 1, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0691165998
  • ISBN-13: 978-0691165998

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How to Keep Jellyfish in Aquariums: An Introductory Guide for Maintaining Healthy Jellies

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  • Author: Chad L. Widmer
  • Paperback: 212 pages
  • Publisher: Wheatmark (August 15, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 160494126X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1604941265

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