by Frank Mamone The total aquarium is something more than the sum of all its parts. To have a complete aquarium selecting the proper equipment, accessories, and inhabitants is the first stage. Setting them up in a balanced, harmonious setting is the second stage. Bellow is a step-by step procedure: 1) The first thing you have to do is to clean up the tank by washing tank thoroughly with water and a clean rag (use no soap or detergent). 2) Place tank into permanent position, to...
by Frank Mamone Well designed and carefully laid out rockwork can enhance the appearance of the aquarium. In choosing the right kind of rock, natural water-worn stone is best. Other rocks free from line are satisfactory, but artificial objects and lumps of coloured glass are not to be recommended. Since the rockwork in many aquariums is badly arranged, it is worth while to make mention of the techniques of rock setting. The method of haphazardly placing large clumps of rock should be done...
by Frank Mamone How ever carefully you add the fish to your tank they will look very unhappy for a while. Turn the lights out, and leave them over night to get used to their new home. A feed with fish flakes the next day will make the fish feel at home. If you already have an established tank, it is advisable to quarantine new fish before adding them to an existing populated one. The cheapest way to do this is to purchase a plastic tank which will need to have gravel or plants. This can...
by Frank Mamone Furnishing your aquarium is another important process in the aquarium set up after getting the tank. You will need to put in components that will make it look more beautiful and attractive. How you do this will now depend largely on the type of fish that you intend to keep. Aquarium gravel: Gravel is essential to your aquarium, most especially if you are using natural plants. It will help in holding plant roots and provide the foundation for the biological and under gravel...
by Frank Mamone Fish excrete waste constantly just like any other living thing as they swim around the water. This waste is a potential poison to fish, thus it's essential to find a way to remove this toxin from the aquarium tank. The process of removing this excess food, decaying matters, dangerous chemicals, fish waste products, and free floating particles from aquarium water is called filtration. And the tool used is called the filter. Filters for aquariums come in all sorts of shapes,...
