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Planted Aquarium

No CO2, no fertil substract, no water changes, 60 w

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Basics About Breeding Tropical Fish For a Freshwater Aquarium

All fish keepers reach a particular stage when they decide that they want to breed their tropical fish. Breeding tropical fish is fun and a rewarding activity if done right. If you feel that you want to breed your prized tropical fish and grow the off springs then continue reading as this article will provide on tips for breeding tropical fish.

Terms Used and General Guidelines

Breeding fish is often called spawning and this is an act of reproduction in fish. Fry is the term used for baby fish that have just been born. The method of spawning will depend largely on the type of fish you have. While breeding tropical fish you should know that cichlids spawn in the substrate while tetras, goldfish and barbs spawn in plants. Killifish on the other hand spawn in peat.

Ways to induce spawning

The most popular way to induce spawning is to reduce the PH of the water to mimic the effect of nature. Rain water is acidic and in nature most fish spawn after rains. In order to lower the ph of the water you can use soak a piece of driftwood in water and then use that water during water changes. Large water changes also induce spawning for many fish. The right way to use this technique is to feed your fish frozen or live blood worms for 1 week and then change 50% of the water in the tank.

Ways to Spawn Fish

Different species of fish spawn in different ways. Livebearers like male guppies, mollies and swordtails impregnate the female using a gonopodium which is a modified anal fin in males. The female then becomes pregnant and gives birth to free swimming fry in 2 weeks. Livebearers are easy to spawn and no special techniques are needed to induce spawning. Since livebearers are well known for eating their own young it is always recommended to shift the pregnant female into another tank in order to save the fry. After the female spawns remember to take her out of the tank, because she might eat the fry too. Barbs, tetras and goldfish scatter the eggs in plants and the male then fertilizes the eggs. These fish are also known to eat their own fry and the best way to protect the fry is to move the eggs to a smaller tank. Anabantoids like betas and gouramis squeeze the eggs out of the female and the males simultaneously fertilize the eggs. Male anabantoids make good fathers and most people leave the male fish to take care of the fry for the first week. Cichlids spawn on pieces of rocks or they clear the substrate to lay eggs. Male cichlids fertilize the eggs after the female has laid them. Cichlids make good parents and both the parents take turns to watch the fry. Since cichlids show aggression to other tank mates during spawning the best thing to do is to shift the pair to another tank.

Spawning Tank

The size of the spawning tank will depend on the fish you are trying to breed. The spawning tank does not have to be as big as the main tank but it should be big enough for the female to get away in case things get rough. While breeding tropical fish you should remember that this tank should have completed the nitrogen cycle and it should have a sponge filter and a few plastic plants.

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How to Set Up an Aquarium at Home

If you are interested in keeping fish a medium sized freshwater aquarium is probably the best bet for a beginner. The first decision you will have to make is what size aquarium will suit your needs. All sizes are available from a mini two gallon tank that sits on a desktop to monsters in excess of 100 gallons. Generally, a ten or twenty gallon tank is a good starter size while you learn the basics of fish care and aquarium management. Also, a tank this size is not a huge investment if you decide in the future that the hobby isn't right for you.

Filtration Systems Are Important

When setting up an aquarium you will need to instal a filtration system, arguably the most important part of the aquatic environment. This important item in the fish tank that will filter out impurities and excess debris in the water and help keep the environment balanced and the water clear and healthy. Of course you will be provided with multiple choices when you are choosing a filter. There are many varieties available, and it's always a good idea to ask for help at the pet store or do some research so that you select the right size filtration unit that is designed for your tank.

Will You Need A Fish Tank Heater?

A heater is generally not a necessity in a freshwater fish tank. Whilst tropical fish will require warmer water that may necessitate a fish tank heater, many freshwater fish will happily live in a wide range of temperatures and the temperature in most houses will be suitable for many fish. Just check with your fish supplier or pet store when you are buying your fish.

Choosing Your Fish

Choosing which fish you want to stock in your tank can be great fun. There are so many fish varieties available for a freshwater aquarium that sometimes it can be hard to decide. Beside each fish display at the pet store you will usually find notes on the habits and requirement of the species. Pay attention to the habits of the fish so that you avoid introducing aggressive or predatory fish into your aquarium. Many varieties of fish will happily co-exist with each other.

These are just a few tips on how to set up an aquarium. Take your time deciding on the size and style of tank that you want and the types of fish you'd like to add to your tank. Keeping fish is often considered to be an expensive hobby but if you're prepared to start out with a small aquarium you will be able to stay within a budget and still experience the enjoyment provided by a peaceful tank of freshwater fish.

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Fish Tank Plants - Don't Be Put Off by the Experts

I think that it is extremely easy to put someone off  growing live plants in their aquarium. Simply start talking about water parameters and watts per gallon, using the correct substrate, balancing the micro and macro nutrients and pretty soon people are looking at you with a glazed expression and quickly giving up on growing any plants in their tank.

But that really isn't the reality of fish tank plants. Think of growing aquarium plants as the same as growing anything in your garden. Most people could find out enough to be confident of growing something. After all, you don't need green fingers to grow potatoes. Just stick one in the ground and nature will do the rest.

You may need to practice a bit before moving on to growing orchids. Well aquariums are exactly the same. There are plants that will grow quite happily with the minimum of light and without too much care. You don't need to double the lighting in your aquarium in order to throw out the plastic and silk impersonators. If you do, then you are more likely to give yourself an algae bloom than you are to grow aquarium plants successfully.

Just like with gardening, choose the hardy, easy to grow plants and you can have a thriving planted aquarium in around six weeks without adding lights or installing a co2 system. Sure you may need to feed them but that is either a liquid feed or adding some laterite to your gravel. Don't panic about the laterite, if your tank is already set up and has matured a bit there is probably enough natural fertiliser in the substrate to support most plant life.

Your fish will feed the plants by producing ammonia that will get converted into nitrates. Nitrates are great plant food. After all, algae are plants and I bet you're already growing them successfully.

So chuck out the artificial plants, get down to the aquarium store and ask them about plants for beginners. If you're a bit worried, just store the artificial plants and throw them away in six weeks when the tank is thriving from your new found skill.

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Types of Freshwater Aquarium Fish

Freshwater aquarium fish are much easier to care for compared to saltwater fish so those who would like to add an aquarium to their home or office would be wise to choose freshwater aquarium fish. They can be kept in tanks of various sizes so there are possibilities for a great aquarium display in a small bedroom or a large reception area. Freshwater aquarium fish are more flexible in their filtration requirements. They also can eat most commercially available fish food.

Among the most popular:

Guppies

Guppies prefer water temperatures of about 22 ?C (72 ?F) for reproduction. After giving birth, the female is ready for conception within a few hours. Guppies can live in a wide range o . Guppies are often bred for their natural colour, so over the years the domestic guppy has grown weaker. As a result, guppies will sometimes die after 2-3 days.

Angelfish

Angelfish, gouramis, and dwarf catfish (Corydoras ) can also work well, though angelfish at least are predatory and will eat very small fish such as neon tetras . Angelfish are considered by many to be the most beautiful fish associated with coral reefs. Many members of this family, known scientifically as the Pomacanthidae, grow too large for small and medium-size home aquariums.

Tetras

Tetra's do quite well feeding on regular dried or freeze-dried aquaria in foods and some frozen brine shrimp now and then. Tetrahymena is a teardrop-shaped ciliate ( Figure 4 ) that moves along the outside of the host. The presence of Tetrahymena on the body surface in low numbers (less than five organisms per low power field) is probably not significant.

Having freshwater aquarium fish is a very rewarding experience, I highly recommend it.

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Tropical fish tank Part 1.2

This is Part 1.2 of my fish tank.

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Aquacultured Live Rocks - Saltwater Aquarium

Florida aquaclultured rocks are undeniably beautiful. Including aqaucultured live rocks in your saltwater aquarium will not only improve the ascetics and natural look of your habitat, but they also improve your water quality. Aquacultured live rocks are a great asset to many saltwater aquarium enthusiasts. The marine life contained within the live rocks filter many pollutants out of the water and help to keep nitrate levels in check. Here is a list of some of the flora and fauna you may find in aquacultured live rocks.

Algae: There are many different kinds of algae that one may find. These saltwater plants supply aquariums with food for some species of fish as well as a beautiful range of colors. Algae also provide a saltwater aquarium with natural nitrate removal.

Anemones: These saltwater invertebrates are filter feeders which will remove unwanted excess from polluting your saltwater aquarium. They come in a number of different shapes, sizes and colors. They add a great deal of natural beauty to a saltwater aquarium but some species can overtake a tank if not properly maintained.

Coral: Live rocks may be covered with many different species of corals which all coexist on one rock. Live rocks are the home to many different species of coral. These filter feeders survive on plankton and other forms of microscopic food. The beautiful designs they form are actually the skeletal remains of previous generations of coral which are now the home of their offspring.

Crustaceans: Crustaceans come in many different forms, some of which are not welcomed guests in a home aquarium environment. But the ones that are provide a great deal of life and beauty to a saltwater aquarium. These invertebrates act as a cleaning agent within a saltwater aquarium and can remove excess food and unwanted algae from aquacultured live rocks.

Echinoderm: This category of creature includes sea stars, sea cucumbers, and sea urchins. These bottom dwellers scavenge and eat much of the leftovers which make it to your aquarium floor. Sea cucumbers filter debris from the sand and sea stars and sea urchins clean much of the coral. These unique creatures will add a lot of life to a saltwater aquarium.

Gorgonian: These filter feeders build large structures which resemble plant life. They are also known as sea fans. Their construction consists of the skeletal remains, much like coral.

Mollusk: Most of us know mollusks as clams, muscles, oysters and the like. These filter feeds attach themselves to aquacultured live rocks and begin filtering water to find food.

Snails: Sea snails do a wonderful job of cleaning up unwanted algae in a saltwater aquarium. Their suctioning ability enables them to travel all over your tank in search of food.

Sponges: Your rock may come with a sea sponge. These filter feeders add great color and unique beauty to a tank but are very hard to maintain in captivity. They require a great deal of nutrients which they can find in a natural environment because of consistent nutrition circulation.

Worms: These marine invertebrates are another of the oceans filter feeders. They come in a number of different shapes, sizes, and colors and need a good amount of nutrients to be maintained. They have absolutely beautiful displays that any saltwater aquarium enthusiast would wish for.

Click here for more information about aquacultured live rocks

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Online Business Ideas For Beginners

Would you like to make easy money online before you ever spend a penny of your own money? There are thousands of online business ideas that people use to make online income. If you are just starting your Internet home business, you need to know that you can use some online business ideas to earn money without spending any of your own money.

Let's take a look at how you can base your initial Internet marketing plan on using the resources available for free using the tools provided by Blogger. This is a free blogging platform that is owned by Google. All you need to do is go to blogger.com and open a free account. Google allows you to post text, photos, videos, and more to your blog... all for free.

While you are setting up your account, you will be prompted to name your blog. Since the name of your blog should be related to whatever it is you intend to promote, you need to choose an appropriate manner in which to monetize your blog. There are thousands of money making ideas on the Internet. You need to focus on offering quality products from a trustworthy source. I suggest you consider starting with products offered through ClickBank. Simply go to ClickBank (clickbank.com) and choose an interesting product to promote. And, don't worry too much about which product you start with because Blogger will allow you to create several hundred free blogs.

You first need to sign up as an affiliate at ClickBank.com. There is no fee to become a ClickBank affiliate. Then, click on "Marketplace". You will find plenty of information about how the ClickBank affiliate marketing program works. Next, you'll want to find some ideas for making money. Pick one of the categories that interests you and review some of the thousands of products available for you to promote. For each blog you'll want to focus on a single niche or category. So, choose your favorite product from your favorite category.

Back at blogger.com you need to name your blog. Let's say you are interested in promoting a ClickBank product called "My Freshwater Aquarium Secrets". You might want to name your blog "Freshwater Aquariums" and create your URL as freshwateraquariums.blogger.com. You will be able to start posting content to your blog immediately, along with your affiliate link(s) to one or more ClickBank products.

In addition to promoting ClickBank products, another Internet business opportunity you will want to consider is to become an AdSense publisher. AdSense is owned by Google. Simply go to adsense.google.com and sign up for free. You will then be able to add AdSense ads to your Blogger blog. Each time someone clicks on an AdSense ad displayed on your blog, you will earn a small amount of money from Google.

Blogger, ClickBank, and AdSense are all highly respected and offer excellent quality. These online business ideas are a great place to start for beginners who want to learn about legitimate Internet business opportunities without investing any money. I wish you well!

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Ways to Quiet a Squeaky Hamster Wheel

Ways to quiet a squeaky hamster wheel.

About a month ago, I realised that one of my silent spinner hamster wheels was not as silent as before. Squeaking sounds came from the wheel as my roborovski hamster was running on the wheel. I was puzzled because I spent a few more bucks buying a silent spinner but it ended up making more noise than the normal ones. I Googled the possible reasons and solutions as to why my silent spinner was making these loud squeaky noises and came to realise the mistakes I have made and how it can be resolved.

Ways to quiet a squeaky hamster wheel

Use non-toxic lubricant to keep your silent spinner noise free! Strip your silent spinner and detach the axle from the wheel. Use a cotton pad, dapped with some lubricant, to wipe the axle thoroughly. Fix back the axle to your wheel and your wheel will be as good as new!


Some lubricants you can use:


Vegetable oil
Vaseline
Butter - wears out after awhile and you would have to apply it more frequently

If this method should fail and your hamster wheel is still squeaking, then you can try the following methods to solve your problem.

Instead of using a cotton pad to dap the axle of your hamster wheel, soak the axle in vegetable oil for an hour. Make sure that the plastic part does not get into the oil. After that, take out the axle and wipe it with a kitchen towel before fixing it back to the other parts of the wheel. This will prevent the vegetable oil from over-flowing into the wheel and getting onto your hamster.
Another method you can use is to move your hamster cage into a closet at night when you are sleeping. It will not make the wheel quiet but at least the sound will be more muffled as compared to leaving it outside of the closet. Remember to leave it slightly ajar so that your hamster will have some ventilation.
Lastly, and this should be your last resort, move your hamster cage out of your room.

These are some of the information gathered while searching for ways to quiet a squeaky hamster wheel. In the process of doing so, I have also came across 2 factors that might have caused your wheel to become squeaky and how you can prevent it.

Here are some of the reasons why your hamster wheels become squeaky and how you can prevent it.

Rusting of axle
I have read in forums and some 'online answers' advising hamster owners to use vinegar to rinse their hamster's toys to remove odour. This is an excellent method to remove odour but vinegar will oxidise the metal and cause it to rust. Once it rusts, the process will be irreversible. So my advice is to remove the axle from the wheel before rinsing it with vinegar and water. Then make sure it is dry before attaching the axel back to the wheel.

Wheels being used for a long time
Because hamsters run a lot, the axle might get worn out in the long run. This wear and tear is caused by friction and can be prevented by lubricating your wheel frequently with the recommended lubricants mentioned above.

Conclusion

In my article, I mentioned 4 Ways to quiet a squeaky hamster wheel:

Lubricate using cotton pad
Lubricate by soaking
Leave your hamster cage in closet at night
Move hamster cage out of room

I have also mentioned the 2 causes of ending up with squeaky hamster wheels and how to prevent them:

Rusting of axle
Wheels used for a long time

I hope you have learned something new from my article and I want to emphasize that the lubricant use MUST be non-toxic. This is because the lubricant might get onto your hamster's wheel and the consequences will be fatal if it ingests it. Another thing is, prevention is better than cure. So before your wheel becomes all squeaky and noisy, wipe the axle with a cotton pad soaked with oil. This will allow you to have longer lasting silent wheels. Wishing you and your hamster happiness!

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Cant have enough air

New 28" bubble wand with power head. 55gallon, cascade 1000 canister filter, 3 common, 1 comet, 3 red tail tin foils, 1 minnow, 1 common pleco, 1 calico fantail, 1 red top oranda fantail

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My 10 gallon aquarium

Here's a look at my fairly new 10 gallon aquarium! (It was cycled before I put fish in, no worries!) All my home raised guppies are in there! I also have 3 baby guppies in there that are no more than 2 months old! Enjoy!

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55 Gallon Fish Tank (Please Comment)

This is my 55 gallon freshwater fish tank as of 9/23/09 FISH 1 Bala Shark 1 Tiger Oscar 1 Electric Yellow Cichlid 1 Electric Blue Cichlid 1 Red Belly Pacu 1 Common Pleco 1 Crayfish (Hid through the filming of this) PLANTS 1 Mellon Sword 1 Bamboo 1 Green Hedge 1 Onion Plant FILTERS 2 Aquaclear 70s BUBBLER 1 40 Gallon Wisper Air Pump w/ splitter OTHER 1 Driftwood 9 Sea Shells PH is 7.5 SONG Obadiah Parker - Hey Ya

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Tetra tank / Salmlerbecken @ a Zoo Aquarium [1/1]

TAKE A LOOK AT MY OTHER VIDEOS www.fischbottich.de +++ This is atank of a Zoo Aquarium near my hometown. We have a video of each tank in this Zoo. 18th of September 2009 (18.09.2009) For scale The front glass panel is 1,2 meter (3.93 feet) high. +++ The population of this tank: Silvertip tetra / Kupfersalmler oder Silberspitzensalmler (Hasemania nana) Black neon tetra / Schwarzer Neon, Flaggensalmler (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi) Dwarf sucking catfish or Golden otocinclus/ Gestreifter Otocinclus, Ohrgitter-Harnischwels (Macrotocinclus affinis) Panda corydoras / Pandapanzerwels (Corydoras panda) Ram cichlid / Schmetterlingsbuntbarsch (Mikrogeophagus ramirezi) more coming soon... (If you are intrested in helping me classifying the other species in this tank, post your suggestions)

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Keeping Oysters In Saltwater Aquariums - Oyster Care Tips

Saltwater aquariums are a source of pleasure in many homes, and young and old people alike love to watch them. These tanks show us a wonderful glimpse of what life is like under the surface of the ocean. There is quite a variety of life that can survive in an aquarium. Plants and fishes are not the only life forms that live in the sea, so why restrict your aquarium by using these two categories alone, to beautify it?

Artificial oysters are common as a release for air bubbles in many aquariums - the oyster opens to let the bubbles out. But with more and more people trying to recreate the ocean floor with their saltwater aquariums, Pearl producing oysters are a special treat for those with home saltwater aquariums. However it is their lesser cousins you will normally find in home aquariums, and understandably so. Did you know that if you place an oyster or a scallop in your tank, they will require more care than any other life form in the aquarium? It is vital that you realize that before you get one for the tank. It is such a let down to see people spend good money on oysters, and later realizing they have bit off more than they can chew on.

Oysters demand a very special water condition. They are not for those of us who are a bit lazy when it comes to maintaining a clean aquarium. Keep in mind, they will not live very long if your tank gets dirt in it often - oysters need cleanliness and care. Nature has a nice way of dealing with this issue - oysters do clean out the water so they can balance the effect, but they can do it only up to a point and no more before it takes its toll on them. Did you know you will have to take special care of their diet as well? Don't say we didn't warn you! You need to feed every oyster separately through their pipette upstream. Here it is vital to note - keep the number of oysters in your aquarium minimum, unless you want to spend your entire day feeding them! You will need to give them nutrition supplements as well as a microscopic amount of plankton to keep them healthy.

Some varieties of oyster can survive more often in artificial environments than others. So if you are new at this, go for one of these. You could go for the more delicate ones once you are sure of your self. You will often see varieties like the spiny and the thorny in aquariums. These are such accurate names for these beautiful creations of nature. I bet this article has got you interested in getting an oyster into your saltwater aquarium. Why not visit your local store to see what they have available?

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Tropical Aquarium

My Oscars and My Tropical FreshWater

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Fully grown Perch and Pike in a tank / Flussbarsch- und Hechtbecken @ a Zoo Aquarium [1/1]

TAKE A LOOK AT MY OTHER VIDEOS www.fischbottich.de +++ This is a tank of a Zoo Aquarium near my hometown. +++ The population of this tank European perch or redfin perch / Flussbarsch oder Kretzer (Perca fluviatilis) northern pike / Hecht (Esox lucius)

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Quarantine Tank

The quarantine tank plays a crucial role in the marine aquarium hobby simply because there are a percentage of marine aquarium fishes that enter the trade with some form of disease or marine parasite. Most hobbyists will always tell you to quarantine every time you buy a new fish. But the vast majority of hobbyists simply do not quarantine and some end up paying the price for this mistake.

The problem with aquariums is the fact that it is a closed system, unlike the vast oceans that our livestock come from. As such, any parasitic organism, fungus or disease can quickly spread among the livestock like wildfire. This is especially true when dealing with marine ich and marine velvet.

While both parasites have the potential to wreak havoc on our aquariums, marine velvet does it in much quicker fashion. Specimens can perish as quickly as two days. This is because the marine velvet parasitic dinoflagellate tends to attack the gills which can eventually suffocate the fish or damage the gills so extensively that death comes quickly.

So the answer to the unknown organisms that are present on new fish is the quarantine tank. The quarantine tank is where all new fish are kept for a period no shorter than a month. It is where they are observed, treated and taught to accept prepared foods. It is especially handy when a specimen has a marine parasite as some parasite medication contains ingredients (copper) that will surely destroy the biological filter of the main display aquarium along with any invertebrates present.

Some fish stores do practice quarantining on their own but this varies from store to store. Some are trustworthy while others always seem to stock specimens that are suffering from one ailment or another. It is always better to err on the side of caution rather than risk your present livestock.

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African Cichlids

A salt water setup with coral and diverse species of fish portrays what you see when snorkeling or scuba-diving. When set up correctly in an aquarium, it can be a beautiful sight. However, if you want a similar experience without the potential problems associated with salt water aquarium set-ups, I highly recommend African Cichlids.

There are virtually thousands of species whose color combinations are fantastic. They can be inexpensive, but can cost as much as salt water species if not more. However, they are very hardy to most water conditions which makes them a clear favorite over salt water species, especially among younger hobbyists. Even when an aquarium is not maintained properly, these fish will survive. They tend to be very aggressive and should not be housed with other fresh water varieties. They have a character of their own and are intriguing to watch. They can be very territorial, so consider the habitat they are going to be housed in. Most species require a larger aquarium (55 gallons or more). Most African Cichlids are mouth-brooders.

The females hold the eggs in their mouth for a period of 28 days, until the young are free swimming. At this point, she will release them from her mouth, but will allow them back in if danger is imminent. Both parent take an active role in protecting their young. I would recommend having a proportion of 3 females to 1 male if considering breeding African Cichlids. This will decrease the stress level of the females and increase your chances of successfully breeding. Males can be very vigorous and relentless when mating. I highly recommend African Cichlids to the first time hobbyist.

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Types of Fish Food For Freshwater Aquarium Fish

If you want your aquarium fish to live a long and happy life, be sure that you are feeding them a high-quality diet that is appropriate for their needs. A large canister of fish flakes is not the appropriate food for all fish. A proper diet with strengthen the immune system of your fish, stimulating growth and activity. The often overlooked step of choosing the right type of fish food is crucial to the health of your aquarium. There is a surprising variety of fish food choices available.

Dry fish food choices include pellets, granules, flakes, and wafers. Each is formulated for a particular diet; some are based on plant materials, while others contain mainly animal or fish products. Some are fortified with vitamins or minerals, or are formulated to develop brighter colors in your tropical fish. Choose your dry fish food based on the species of fish. While dry foods are easy to store and use, they may not be the best nutritional option. Remember that the first ingredient listed on the food packaging is the primary ingredient. Avoid fish foods containing cornmeal or other ingredients that are not a natural food source for your fish. Feeding your fish poor quality foods will increase the amount of waste in the tank, reducing the water quality.

Small fish may do fine on fish flakes, though larger tropical fish require a specialized diet, and it is nearly always a much healthier option. If your fish is a carnivore or omnivore, their food source should include meat. Frozen bloodworms, small red mosquito larvae, are a very nutritious option for these fish. They are sold frozen into small blocks that look like ice cubes, making it easy to feed them to your fish. Other popular frozen foods for fish include brine shrimp or krill. Larger fish also enjoy earthworms and other worm species, which can be found at your local aquarium supply store. Large predatory fish enjoy eating small feeder fish, which is a natural food source for this type of fish.

Although high in protein, these options do not provide a balanced diet, and should not be the only food source. Instead, they should be used in rotation, adding variety to your fish's diet. Like people, they will grow tired of eating the same foods every day. Live or frozen foods can also be used to supplement dried pellets or flakes.

Fish that are herbivores tend to enjoy nibbling throughout the day, rather than eating large meals at specified times. An aquarium with real plants provides a valuable food source. Herbivores also enjoy eating spinach leaves, zucchini, cucumber, or peas, placed directly in the aquarium. Let these vegetables float in the tank for an hour or two before removing them. Some dried foods, particularly algae wafers, are also good choices for herbivores.

When choosing the healthiest foods for your fish, make sure that your choice reflects your fish's nutritional requirements, and don't forget to provide variety. A diet of dry fish food may not be enough. A balanced diet, chosen in consideration of the type of fish in your aquarium, will ensure that your fish have a chance to thrive. Be sure that you can commit to the unique dietary needs of each fish species before selecting the fish for your new freshwater aquarium.

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Do Not Buy Odyssea Aquariums: Introduction

Bruckner (AKA The Oscar Josey Wales): about six months old and 7". Tank: 100 gallon glass bowfront by Odyssea (or whatever they're calling themselves this week.) One of the rounded "edges" split after I'd had it 8 months. He and his Firemouth brother currently reside in a 90 gallon Aqueon. Kudos to Aquatics Unlimited for a killer deal and for taking care of my fish while I set the tank up: www.bestfish.com (Not incidentally, they don't carry Odyssea.)

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Aquarium Decoration and Styles

Designing a new aquarium can be a both fun and challenging hobby. Many things have to be brought into consideration when designing an aquarium. You will have to decide what kind of aquarium to buy and how big the aquarium should be. What kind of plants and decorations you are planning to put in the aquarium? What kind of fish are you planning to have in the aquarium? Can the different types of fish you want in the aquarium co-exist together? How colorful do you want the aquarium to appear? You should come up with a budget plan as well so you can get exactly what you want in your aquarium.

First thing you have to choose is what type of aquarium you are going to purchase. Acrylic aquariums are alot stronger than glass ones and yet softer at the same time. They are flexible so they won't break as easily yet durable and resist cracks better. If struck by an object they will scratch but will not crack as easily as glass. They tend to weigh about half as much as a glass tank the same size, and they reduces temperature changes as they are very good insulators. They also tend to appear clearer than glass aquariums. Acrylic tanks tend to take on many different shapes as glass has to be rectangular cause glass won't bend as easy. However glass aquariums won't scratch as easy as their acrylic counterparts yet they crack easier. Glass also tends to support water better as acrylic tends to bow and need a top to support the seems in the side. Glass also tends to be cheaper and lasts longer if not cracked or broken through damaging.

When deciding what fish to choose you have to decide if you want freshwater fish or saltwater fish as they can not be mixed together. A freshwater aquarium when all is said and done with basic supplies will tend to cost about $300. A saltwater aquarium under the same circumstances will run about $650. Then you can also do a reef tank which tends to be a bit more extravagant and can push the cost up towards $1200 or more. Saltwater fish tend to be much more expensive than freshwater fish. Some of the more uncommon saltwater fish can come with a pretty high price tag. Saltwater fish tend to be more colorful and pleasing to the eye. Saltwater is harder to upkeep. Changing the water can prove difficult as the new water has to be prepared days in advance.

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Aquarium Fresh Water Fish - 5 Tips to Keep Your Pets Healthy

Aquarium fresh water fish are loved by everyone since these pets are colorful and add excitement to the decor of a house. Most people are afraid of keeping freshwater fish since aquarium fish are considered very delicate but the truth is that with some basic guidance anyone can keep aquarium fresh water fish. Here are 5 tips that will help you keep your water pet healthy and happy.

1. Choose the Right Aquarium

Based on the type of material used to create aquariums, all the aquariums on the market can are either acrylic or glass units. Glass aquariums are always recommended since these aquariums do not scratch easily and they are considerably cheaper than their acrylic counterpart. The only benefits to buying acrylic units are that they are much lighter than glass aquariums and they do not break as easily as glass.

2. Choose the Right Size Tank

If you are new in the pet fish hobby, then most likely you are planning to purchase a 5 or 10 gallon tank and put 5 or 6 fish inside it. If you want to keep your fish alive for more than a few days, it is important to understand that you need to choose an adequately sized tank for your freshwater fish. A 15 or 20 gallon tank is perfect for beginners provided the tank is not overstocked with large fish.

3. Change Water Frequently

Most people who start out keeping fish make the mistake of changing 100% water once a month. Freshwater fish do not do well with complete water changes since complete water changes kill all the nitrifying bacteria in the tank. If you are interested in keeping your fish happy and healthy then you should investigate more information about the nitrogen cycle in aquariums. You should also make it a point to change 30% water every 5 days as well as siphon the gravel once a week.

4. Add a Good Filter

There are various types of filters and each type has its own purpose. If you are starting a new aquarium then you should aim for biological filtration as well as mechanical filtration. For best results you should opt for filters like sponge filters, internal canister filters and external canister filters. Hang-on filters are also very effective. The type of filter you select will depend largely on the size of your tank and the type of fresh water fish in the tank. Sponge filters are ideal for small tanks, internal canister filters are ideal for medium sized tanks and external filters are perfect for large tanks.

5. Continue to Learn about Your Hobby

The best way to gain knowledge about aquarium fish, both fresh water and salt water pets, is to dedicate a few minutes every day to reading about various types of aquarium fish. You should refer to several sources for information such as websites, articles and forums. Remember, no one has all the knowledge about fish and by reading from various sources you will acquire the required knowledge to keep your aquarium fresh water fish healthy and happy.

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Care of Freshwater Tropical Fish

Do you want to know what you need to do to maintain a beautiful aquarium of freshwater tropical fish? It's not difficult, but you must do these few basic tasks to ensure optimum pleasure from your aquarium.

Looking after your freshwater tropical fish is not difficult or time-consuming, but there are a few things that need to be attended to on a regular basis to ensure optimum health for your tropical fish, which will mean optimum pleasure for you.

Firstly, always be careful when introducing new tropical fish in to your aquarium. New fish will be stressed by the ordeal of getting to your house, and will be susceptible to disease. It is advisable to always keep new fish in a quarantine tank for a few days, just to make sure they are fit and healthy.

On a daily basis, feed your tropical fish, either once or twice a day is fine. Do find out the best food to give your fish, and give them variety, because fish can get bored with the same diet day after day. When you feed them, always ensure you don't give them too much food, because fish do not over-eat, so any unwanted food will remain in the aquarium and will go off very quickly. Be very careful who you entrust to look after your fish when you go on vacation. Many well-meaning people who have never had their own fish cannot believe how small a quantity of food fish really need, and before you know it the water is black, and the fish are gasping to breath, if not dead.

When you feed them, take a few moments to have a count, and make sure all your fish are present and correct. If you cannot see one, you need to locate it, it may just be hiding, or it may be sick or dead somewhere. Leaving a dead fish in your aquarium will soon pollute the water. Also check the filter is working correctly, the water is at the right temperature, and put back any stray bits of plant which may have come loose.

On a monthly basis, you need to do a partial water change. This involves removing 20-25% of the water, and replacing it with clean, de-chlorinated water, which is at the right temperature. Before you remove the water it is advisable to switch of the filter, and heater. At the same time have a tidy up of the aquarium by cleaning the glass, checking the airstones are not clogged up, (if you have any), and you may need to clean the filter, depending on the type you have. I personally use a 'gravel cleaner' which sucks the gravel up, and cleans it whilst removing the dirty water.

Once a year, take the time to give your aquarium a thorough clean, by emptying it, replacing all the water, and thoroughly cleaning everything. Do ensure that on chemicals are used while doing this, as these are not good for your freshwater tropical fish.

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Fish Tank Maintenance - Combating Cloudy Water

Almost all of freshwater aquarium hobbyists experience having cloudy tank water. There have been many questions inside forums or discussion on what causes this and there are a lot of varying answers. It doesn't mean some are wrong; everything they say may be right because there are different things that may cause this. But common among the cures or solutions is water change during fish tank maintenance.

Here are some reasons that commonly cause cloudy water:

Insufficiently washed substrate or gravel - After filling your tank with water and within a couple of hours your water becomes cloudy, it may probably be caused by the substrate not being fully rinsed. What you can do is clear the tank of the water and rinse the gravel over and over until the water becomes clear. There are times that the gravel may acquire dust particles or may get dissolved thus causing the cloudiness.


Development of bacteria - There are times when the water in your tank suddenly gets cloudy despite having been clear days ago. This can be caused by development of bacteria as the water goes through the nitrogen cycle. Over time, bacterial colonies will develop in the water and in some stages, the water gets cloudy. It does not mean though that it will be bad for your fish. There are good bacteria that fishes will benefit from.

However, if cloudiness persists and you seem to be alarmed because of the way your fishes act then resort to fish tank maintenance by partially changing the water. This is after you do some testing to know the levels of pH, ammonia, nitrite, phosphates, and hardness. If your find that the results are higher than the tolerable level, then proceed with water change. Excessive plant decay, food wastes, and feces can also cause cloudy water. These may cause a rise in your water's parameters as previously mentioned and these are harmful for the fish.

Growth of algae - When this happens, your water usually turns cloudy and green. A lot of things can contribute to algal growth such as excessive lighting, too much nutrients, and a high level of nitrates. These could be solved by identifying first which caused the algal growth so you have to test the water. If it is caused by phosphates and nitrates then you need to use water conditioners that would target them and then again, fish tank maintenance by partially changing the water.

Water change will benefit your tank a lot, most especially your fishes. It keeps a controlled level of several conditions in your water thus keeping the whole system in good shape. However, crystal clear water does not also assure that everything is in tip top shape. There are times when it does not turn cloudy and yet dangerous levels of substances are present. Know more about water change and fish tank maintenance.

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JAWS - Shark feeding in my freshwater aquarium

Here's a video of my 70 gallon freshwater aquarium. The video features footage of feeder goldfish & minnows getting eaten. I have a variety of fish including 2 paroon sharks (similar to ID sharks), tire track eel, jumbo crayfish, rainbow crab, royal knife fish, blood parrot cichlid, common pleco, red tail shark, albino & regular rainbow sharks, and more...

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Best Freshwater Aquarium Fish For Beginners

There are so many kinds of freshwater fishes that you may choose from and at some point, you may get overwhelmed with the hundreds and hundreds of varieties you may find. Here are some tips on choosing the best freshwater aquarium fish for you.

1. Decide how many fishes you want to start with. Generally, for beginners, it is best to begin with a school of hardy fish and work your way up in getting tank mates for them. An important ratio to be remembered is that per gallon of water, a maximum of 1 and a half inch of fish is accommodated.

2. Do not purchase fish which you do not know about. Research on the type of fish that you want. There are many characteristics that you may need to know so that you can be ready to create a home that would also suit them. Each variety of fish has different needs, specific kind of food, water temperature, water chemistry, etc.

3. If you have decided on what the best freshwater aquarium fish for you is, then make sure you buy from an established local fish store or pet shop. This way, you are assured that they are selling good fish, meaning what you'll get is a clean kind free of infections and bacteria. While choosing from their tanks, you will be able to see the physical condition of the fish that you will buy.

4. Begin with a fish variety that can be kept in a school. This way, you can avoid compatibility problems and it would be easier for you to compare each fish in terms of behavior and appearance where you can base if there are indications of a disease or problems. Check examples of best freshwater aquarium fishes for beginners. Some of them are Tetras, Guppies, Danios, and Barbs.

5. It can get confusing to see a deluge of varieties of fish. Do not be tempted to get everything you think you like as it is not simple to keep different kinds of fishes in one tank.

6. Do not hesitate to ask sellers or pet shop representatives about anything that you will be needing in your tank, not only the fishes. They will surely be glad to help you in choosing the best freshwater aquarium fish.

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