By Frank Mamone As we all know rivers and lakes are the natural habits for fish and other marines. Rivers and lakes have large surface areas which make maximum provision of oxygen for fish survival possible. On the other hand the aquarium is not like a river or lake, it has a smaller surface area and there is limited movement of habitats. This makes provision of alternative means of oxygen for fish to breathe important. This artificial process of providing oxygen is called aeration. It's...
If you're looking for a great little fish to add to your community tank, consider the Lemon Tetra. This is a fun little guy with a splash of color that is playful and fun to watch. Being hardy, he is easy to keep and will make a great addition to your tank. Appearance The Lemon Tetra grows up to 2” and is a tall and compressed fish with a transparent body that has a bright splash of yellow on its lower fin. The top of its eye is very red and it has black on the end and edge of the...
Along with proper tank setup, tank maintenance, and choosing the right fish, feeding your fish the right food is extremely important. Your fish need the right food for their particular species to ensure that they grow, stay healthy, exhibit the right color and to stimulate breeding. The following aquarium fish food tips will help you in making sure you are giving your fish the best food possible. Probably the most important aquarium fish food tips to follow are to vary your fish’s...
Setting up a freshwater tropical fish aquarium in your home can be as simple as the following 9 steps. In order to have a healthy fish tank you will need some preparation. From your local Aquarium Shop you will need to purchase an aquarium, aquarium gravel, filter, replacement filter media, heater, chemical test kits, food for the specific type of fish you choose, an aquarium vacuum, fish net, whatever decorations you will want for your tank, and a pasta strainer. FIRST: Remember...
When setting up an aquarium for the first time, it can quickly become confusing for the average beginner. Experience is a good teacher, but it is also an expensive one. With that in mind, it is best to learn and take advice from experienced aquarists who have gone through much trial and error with their own tanks. Here are some Marine aquarium Do’s and Don'ts for beginners that will help you save time, money, and fish! Marine Aquarium Do’s Before you buy anything for your...
