LEARN HOW TO KEEP THE FISH WHICH OUTLIVED THE DINOSAURS
A fully illustrated guide to keeping every species of Polypteridae; with some of the first reconstructions of extinct taxa.
How much will the book cost?
The Bichir Handbook
£24.95
A look into all the known species of Polypterids; told through a blend of first-hand experience and the latest scientific research—all beautifully illustrated aiding with identification. This publication is hardback and can be purchased soon from this website with international shipping or in select UK retailers. Over 120 pages bursting with advice and visual guides, The Bichir Handbook is a must-have for both new and experienced aquarists alike.
Exclusive artbook
£4.95
Peer behind the scenes of all the sketches, colour studies and unused artwork by two of our fantastic illustrators, Dorian Noël and Georgina Blusch. Discover how we reconstructed both extinct and living species, and read about the obstacles we had to overcome during the COVID-19 pandemic in this A5 artbook exclusive to this website.
Species Checklist Bookmark
FREE
Comes free with The Bichir Handbook, or £1.00 for a new/additional copy from the webstore. This bookmark also doubles up as a checklist for every living species of Polypterid. Tick the species you have, photograph the bookmark and upload the photo to social media for us to see!
Double Sided A3 Polypterid Poster
FREE
Comes free with The Bichir Handbook, or £3.50 for a new/additional copy from the webstore. This exclusive poster features a portrait distribution map of Polypterids in Africa, and on the other side, an illustrated version of the size comparison chart which appears inside the book.
Prices are subject to change & do not include postage
Dating back over 100 million years, across 2 continents; Bichirs are a predatory, air-breathing fish with a perplexing history. Illustrated by ichthyologist and award winning paleoartist Dorian Noël, and artist Georgina Blusch, The Bichir Handbook features detailed reconstructions of both living and extinct species.
About the author
When is the book available?
When is the book available?
Written & designed by aquarist and science communicator Joshua Pickett, this self published handbook provides all the information you need to keep Polypteridae in the aquarium. Where misinformation and lack of data has been prevalent, it's important for there to be a definitive guide into their care.
When is the book available?
When is the book available?
When is the book available?
There is still some work to do on the book in terms of editing and final illustrations, so we are projecting a late Summer/Autumn 2020 release. You will be able to purchase your copy on this website with global shipping, or in select UK retailers.
How can I support?
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising Opportunities
Whilst the book is in its final stages, we would love for more people to get involved; from hobbyist experiences & photo submissions, to researchers providing valuable insights. Please reach out using the website's contact icon.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising Opportunities
Are you an aquarium related advertiser looking to have your artwork appear in print? Contact our team PH Media using the message icon for The Bichir Handbook media pack; which includes ad specs and advertising rates. Limited ad space available.
Testimonials
Richard Hardwick - Managing Director at Wharf Aquatics
"It’s not before time that someone that has kept and worked closely with these primitive fishes for many years has finally put their own personal experiences into words. This kind of reading cannot be found from research alone and I hope that would be buyers out there thinking of acquiring it take this into account when purchasing any such book."
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Special Thanks to
Comparative Biologist Pedro Rizzato
Professor of Biology Emily Standen
Naturalist & Paleoartist Dorian Noël
Paleontologist Mireille Gayet
Paleontologist François J. Meunier
Veterinarian Götz Driesmann
Aquatic Ecologist Russell Tate
Biologist Andy Turko
Biologist Trina Du
Conservationist Ivan Mikolji
New to Bichirs?
During the wait for The Bichir Handbook, here's a great video showing their diversity and the fundamentals of housing them comfortably in the aquarium.
TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR PHOTO SUBMISSIONS
The photo(s) must be your own and submitted as a high-resolution JPEG (as high as your camera will allow). If you do not have a camera of a high-quality please still submit your photos. The photo must not contain violence, profanity, sex or direct attacks on individuals or organizations. Any entries deemed offensive will be immediately disqualified.
The photographers of the chosen photographs will be notified by e-mail shortly before publication. If an entrant is unable to be contacted after reasonable attempts have been made to do so, The Bichir Handbook still reserves the right to use the submission.
By submitting their photos to any of the author or The Bichir Handbook's contact details, participants agree to grant The Bichir Handbook the right to freely use the photo in any manner and media, including without limitation, the right to publish, adapt, distribute, copy, display or translate in printed or electronic media. All submissions are credited in the book's bibliography.
The personal information provided to The Bichir Handbook by the participants shall only be used for the purposes of this opportunity. All participants are entitled to cancel or rectify the details about the personal data (such as photo credit, emails, etc.) by sending their request by using the form above.
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