Frank Carlson Library

First published in 1653, Izaak Walton's "The Compleat Angler" is a classic and much-loved treatise on the art of fishing. Immediately popular after its publication, "The Compleat Angler" was reprinted and updated numerous times by Walton. Written as a conversation between the fictional characters of the experienced angler Piscator and his student Viator, which was changed to a hunter named Venator in later editions, the treatise is part an instructional...

Deep in the jungle, in the still waters of the Nippy Pool, listening, lurking, waiting, live the Mighty Bitey Piranhas! Mouse, Goat, and Bear are on their way to Cougar's party and offer to play some music for them, but the Mighty Bitey have other, more scrumptious things on their minds!

Discover the captivating world of tropical freshwater fish with this full-color guide. Packed with full-color photos and illustrations, Essential Tropical Fish: Species Guide will help you identify and appreciate many of the most common species. From lively livebearers and graceful catfish to vibrant characins, majestic angels, colorful cichlids, and more. Whether you're an avid enthusiast, a beginner in fishkeeping, or simply mesmerized by aquatic...

Find out about all of the basics about owning a fish. Learn about what fish eat, how to keep your fish happy, and general care.

Everything scares Hardy the puffer fish, but when he is threatened by a shark, he finds a way to be brave.

Rows of razor-sharp teeth, strong, stiff fins, and the ability to smell a single drop of blood in a million drops of ocean water--sharks are built to survive! Dynamic photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read and a useful resource for report writing.

Discover Series Books for Babies,Toddlers Better than an aquarium at the doctor's office, FISH features 25 full,color photographs of fish and other sea animals. Crisp, colorful photographs introduce children to fish from around the world and titles beneath each image make sure mom and dad can identify each little swimmer on their next trip to the aquarium. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce...

When Biscuit takes himself to the aquarium, he sees fish of all different colors, sea turtles, large tanks of jellyfish, and even sea lions that bark just like him. Bark! Bark! Woof, woof!

The seahorse is an amazing fish that is, a wonderful aquarium inhabitant, despite the fact that they are not, as easy to care for as most fish. There are approximately 52 species to delight the aquarist and they can be, kept on their own or with other fish and certain invertebrates. This book will introduce you to these fish by looking at the different species, discussing their appearance and biology, typical seahorse behavior, their feeding requirements,...

Betta Fish Basics: A Handbook for Beginners is a must-have guide for anyone who wants to learn how to care for these beautiful and fascinating fish. Whether you're setting up your first Betta tank or looking for expert tips on feeding, breeding, and troubleshooting, this handbook has you covered. You'll discover:The origins, physical characteristics, natural habitat, and key facts of Betta fishHow to select the right tank size, temperature, water...