Gene Wolfsheimer

This book was disappointing. I was eager to learn more about betta fish, but the author is obviously passionate about breeding them and discusses little else. I did enjoy learning about the history of betta fish. There is some interesting, albeit brief, information about their physiology and aggression. Some guidelines on feeding, proper temperature and water quality. The most detailed part about the book outlines how to breed the fish and raise the young, and details on what standards the fish are judged by in shows. Next he mentions the rare occurence of a truly albino betta, and with that the book ends very abruptly.

I do admit the photos are spectacular, showing many colors and tail shape varieties of betta I had never seen before, although the author seemed to favor the mottled and pale-colored ones that are not really popular. I would have liked to see more variety. It leaves a lot to be desired and has some plainly incorrect advice as well.

from the Dogear Diary… (lisätietoja)