From the rainbow trout (Salmo gairdneri) to the grey gurnard (Trigla gurnardus), from the Mediterranean hake (Merluccius merluccius) to the kajiki or a’u (Makaira nigricans), which can be found (and eaten) along the coasts of Hawaii, 365 Fish portrays the fish of the world, both sea creatures and freshwater inhabitants, and presents them in exclusive drawings that bring to light their marvelous colouring. The fishes’ names are provided in various languages as well as in scientific terminology, along with a short description that includes information about their habitats and fishing grounds. This handy compendium is an ideal culinary guide through the waters of the world.

Antal Vida is an ichthyologist, specializing in the biology of European freshwater fish. He served as the director of the Hungarian Museum of Natural Science’s fish collection for ten years.

Highlights
• Accurate, highly detailed drawings of each fish
• Fish names are given in various languages along with their scientific nomenclature
• Brief description of and information about every fish