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THE NOTHOBRANCHIUS SITE
Béla Nagy & Brian R. Watters
FISHES OF THE GENUS NOTHOBRANCHIUS
Ecology, Life History and Diversity in Seasonal Wetlands of Africa
A WildNothos publication
The definitive Nothobranchius Book is Coming Soon!
Fishes of the Genus Nothobranchius
By Béla Nagy and Brian R. Watters
This comprehensive reference guide to the remarkable seasonal fishes of Africa brings together decades of field observations from more than sixty expeditions across Africa, research, aquarium experience, taxonomy and conservation, in a richly illustrated 600-page volume, with many hundreds of full-colour photographs, maps, phylogenetic diagrams, and detailed accounts of every species.
It has been a long journey, but this book has finally reached completion.
It is coming soon – stay tuned!
Fishes of the Genus Nothobranchius presents a comprehensive account of Africa’s remarkable seasonal fishes, which complete their entire life cycle in ephemeral wetlands that appear and vanish with the rains.
Drawing on decades of field exploration, scientific research, and aquarium observations, Béla Nagy and Brian R. Watters explore the ecology, life history, reproduction, diversity, classification, and conservation of these extraordinary fishes. From the seasonal wetlands they inhabit to the remarkable adaptations that allow them to survive months of drought as dormant embryos, the book reveals a unique group of fishes living at the edge of time.
The book brings together extensive field observations from across Africa with detailed habitat descriptions, distribution and dispersal patterns, life-history studies, maintenance and breeding techniques, and modern approaches to classification and systematics. The final chapter provides comprehensive species accounts covering identification, taxonomy, habitat, distribution, conservation status, reproduction, and maintenance.
Richly illustrated throughout, the book includes hundreds of full-colour photographs, biotope images, maps, phylogenetic diagrams, historical illustrations, and detailed drawings. It is both a scientific reference and a visual exploration of the extraordinary diversity of Nothobranchius.
Written for researchers, conservationists, ichthyologists, killifish enthusiasts, and dedicated aquarists, this book offers an authoritative and accessible synthesis of one of Africa’s most fascinating groups of freshwater fishes.
600 pages | over 650 full-colour photos | 102 species accounts | 30 maps covering all species | 14 detailed phylogenies | 7 x 10 in - 17.8 x 25.4 cm
More than a story. This is a unique visual journey into the heart of Africa, with over 100 full-colour photographs and maps, beautifully printed for an immersive experience in the discovery of life new to science.
What drives someone to chase vanishing fish through some of the most remote places on Earth?
The author takes readers across unforgettable expeditions into the wild heart of Africa: through the wetlands of the Congo, the arid landscapes of Sudan, the floodplains of Zambia, and the highlands of Uganda.
Driven by the pursuit of uncovering mysterious seasonal fishes, he ventures into the most distant regions of the continent, facing treacherous roads, unexpected dangers, and encounters with remarkable people. But this book is about more than scientific discoveries. It is about the thrill of the unknown, the resilience needed to endure the wilderness, and the untamed beauty of Africa’s last frontiers.
For those who seek adventure and mystery, these are stories of exploration from far beyond the beaten track. A journey you won’t forget.
268 pages | over 100 full-colour photos | maps | 6 x 9 in - 15.2 x 22.9 cm
Also from Béla Nagy
RETURN TO THE LAND OF RAINS
Adventures of Discovering New Life in Africa
A WildNothos publication
A richly illustrated series of expeditions, featuring over 100 full colour photographs and maps, printed in premium quality to create an immersive reading experience centred on the discovery of fish species new to science.
Chasing mysterious discoveries means following the rains, where life appears for a fleeting moment before vanishing without a trace.
In this compelling sequel to Rough Road into the Deep Unknown, the author travels through the parched dust of Kenya, the forgotten wetlands of Chad, the shifting seasons around Lake Victoria, and the myth-laden landscapes of Congo. From highland gorillas in Uganda to elusive seasonal fishes in the wilderness of Tanzania, from desert storms to rain-drenched forests, he blurs the line between science and adventure.
Whether navigating predator-infested marshes, witnessing a birth on open savannah, or fulfilling a promise made to his son, each chapter tells a story of survival and wonder. They reveal Africa’s hidden worlds and the courage it takes to reach them.
For those drawn to wild places, this is exploration at its most elemental, where existence hangs in the balance between drought and flood, instinct and awe.
282 pages | over 100 full-colour photos | maps | 6 x 9 in - 15.2 x 22.9 cm