This is a fish identification book that focuses on the Perth Coast region, from Two Rocks in the north to Mandurah in the south. The book includes a list of all verified records of fish species in this zone to a depth of 30m. Authors Dr Glen Whisson and Alexandra Hoschke have produced this book to meet the needs of a fishers, divers and a growing band of citizen scientists wanting to learn more about the marine environment in their local region. This publication includes over 1,000 photographs of more than 470 species, many displaying variations in life stage, gender and colour.
The Australian Anglers Encyclopedia covers everything the successful and beginner angler needs to know. In over 400 colour pages there are hundreds of techniques, tips, fishing systems and fishing tactics outlined for every style of fishing in Australia. Whether you fish in freshwater, saltwater, from Darwin to Hobart or Perth to Sydney there is every technique for every angler. No matter what your preference: lurecasting , fly fishing, game fishing, bait fishing or sport fishing - it is covered. There is an extensive angler dictionary, baits and rigs guide, saltwater boat fishing, saltwater shore fishing, freshwater boat fishing, landbased freshwater fishing and fly fishing sections. The Encyclopedia includes a complete Australian Fish ID guide and an extensive and up to date section on Knots and Rigs compiled by experts Nigel Webster and Bill Classon and illustrated by Trevor Hawkins. Plus an 80 page section on all Australian lures and how to use them and a kayak section. At over 400 pages it is the largest and most comprehensive reference on Australian fishing.
Comprehensive information on the best locations and seasons to fish for SAs legendary fish species such as mulloway, snapper and King George whiting amongst many others. Nowhere else in the country are these species so big, strong or so plentiful.
Containing over 420 colour photographs, The Rottnest Island Fish Book is the most comprehensive fish guide ever produced for this popular destination. It is an essential resource for visitors who wish to engage with the stunning marine environment through snorkeling, fishing or diving; and contains fishing advice and cooking tips for over 20 commonly caught species, snorkeling maps of several beautiful bays, feature articles about Rottnest¿s unique marine life, and an identification section describing the key features of each species.The Rottnest Island Fish Book represents years of research, diving and photography by authors Alexandra Hoschke and Dr Glen Whisson, which has resulted in descriptions of over 250 species.
Roger Swainston's breathtaking artwork provides a fascinating overview of the extraordinary diversity of Australia's marine and freshwater fishes. Here, more than 1500 remarkable illustrations portray every family of fishes ever recorded from Australian waters. The names of all known species are listed alongside detailed information on the taxonomy and biology of each family. 'A culmination of more than 25 years of work, this is a fish-Identification lover's bible!' G MagazineFor more information visit- www.rogerswainston.com and www.anima.net.au
Fully revised and updated guide with a new bait section and even more Australian fish species detailed! This book is an invaluable reference for any angler, freshwater or saltwater, wanting to identify their catch. It contains detailed descriptions and accurate illustrations of each fish, as well as diagrams of the best rigs to catch them.