CHEERY BARB FISH HANDBOOK: A Complete Guide to the Biology, Care, and Conservation of the Endemic Sri Lankan Cheery Barb - Couverture souple

ROMA, RAPHAEL

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ISBN 13 : 9798273899926

Editeur : Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Dive into the radiant world of the Cheery Barb (Puntius titteya), one of Sri Lanka’s most beloved freshwater treasures. The Cheery Barb Fish Handbook is an authoritative and visually captivating exploration of the species’ natural history, biology, ecology, and modern care—merging the timeless art of fishkeeping with cutting-edge aquatic science.

Written in a professional and educational tone, this comprehensive guide goes far beyond basic aquarium care. It unveils the evolutionary lineage, anatomy, physiology, and behavior of the Cheery Barb, detailing its role as both an ecological indicator and a global ornamental icon. Each chapter combines deep scientific insight with practical husbandry advice, offering aquarists, researchers, and educators an exceptional reference on sustainable aquarium management and conservation.

Readers will discover how to design naturalistic aquaria, manage optimal water chemistry, and cultivate vibrant, healthy schools through advanced nutrition, breeding, and habitat replication. The book explores the latest innovations in AI-driven monitoring, IoT-enabled filtration, and genetic barcoding, redefining what it means to care for aquatic life in the digital age.

Beyond science, it delves into the cultural and artistic symbolism of the Cheery Barb, celebrating its legacy in Sri Lankan heritage and its growing importance in global eco-art, education, and biodiversity awareness. The final chapters envision a future of sustainable aquaculture, ethical breeding networks, carbon-neutral aquarium systems, and interactive digital ecosystems that unite technology, conservation, and compassion.

Whether you are a dedicated aquarist, aquatic ecologist, student, or simply captivated by the serene beauty of freshwater life, this handbook offers:

• Detailed chapters on taxonomy, genetics, and breeding biology.

• Professional guidance on disease prevention, nutrition, and water ecology.

• Insights into conservation, citizen science, and environmental ethics.

• Visionary discussions on smart aquaculture, AI, and global sustainability.

Educational, inspirational, and future-focused, The Cheery Barb Fish Handbook is more than a care manual—it is a celebration of life beneath the water’s surface and a blueprint for how humans and nature can thrive together in harmony.

Perfect for:
Aquarists • Marine biologists • Environmental educators • Conservationists • Hobbyists seeking scientific depth

Preserve beauty. Inspire science. Shape the sustainable future of freshwater aquaria with the Cheery Barb as your guide.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798273899926
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 220
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg