Part I: Getting Started. Chapter 1: About Freshwater Fish. Fish Evolution. Fish Biology. Fish in Captivity. Chapter 2: Setting Up the Tank. The Right Tank. Creating Proper Water Conditions.

Filter Systems. Aquarium Lighting. Inside the Tank. Other Accessories. Chapter 3: Setting Up Your Aquarium. Successful Setup. Aquarium Maturation. Adding Fish to the Tank.

Part II: Freshwater Aquarium Fish. Chapter 4: Common Freshwater Fish Families. Livebearers. Egglayers. Chapter 5: Choosing Fish for Your Aquarium. The Best Aquarium Fish for Beginners. Fish Beginners Should Avoid Part III: Caring for Your Freshwater Fish. Chapter 6: Feeding Your Fish.

Feeding Strategies. Types of Fish Foods. How to Feed Your Fish. Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Aquarium. General Maintenance. Maintenance Checklist. Chapter 8: Keeping Your Fish Healthy. Signs of Illness.

Treatments. Common Diseases. Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal Infections. Parasite Infestations. Chapter 9: Breeding Your Freshwater Fish. Natural Reproduction. Reproduction in the Aquarium. Livebearers.

Egglayers. Appendix: Learning More About Your Freshwater Aquarium. Clubs. Magazines. Fish on the Internet. Books. Index.