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What Fish? A Buyer’s Guide to Tropical Fish: Essential Information to Help You Choose the Right Fish for Your Tropical Freshwater Aquarium (What Pet? Books)

Aug 9th, 2011
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What Fish? A Buyer's Guide to Tropical Fish: Essential Information to Help You Choose the Right Fish for Your Tropical Freshwater Aquarium (What Pet? Books)

Prospective tropical aquarium hobbyists will find vital information on many fish varieties–cichlids, swordtails, and many others. Readers will find tips on species identification, feeding, behavior, approximate and purchase prices. Quick-check data requirements are given regarding aquarium size, water temperature, food, compatibility with other fish, and much more. This title is one in Barron’s new series of pet buyer’s guides, all of them filled with practical information and approximately 250 vivid color

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Your Questions About The Best Freshwater Fish For 10 Gallon Tank

Jun 3rd, 2011
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Donna asks…

I just bought a 10 gallon tank, i have a heater and i want to put freshwater fish in them.?

I just bought a 10 gallon tank, i have a heater and i want to put freshwater fish in them. I want to know what combinations of fish look the best and what kinds work the best together any ideas?
If you can estimate the amount of fish that could be put in the tank that would be great but just combinations for me is the big part.

I know i want to get a suckerfish.. a beta and an angel fish. what kinds of pretty fish can live together without killing each other?
I NEED TO KNOW ALOT OF BEAUTIFUL FISH THAT WOULD WORK TOGETHER IN A 10 GALLON TANK FOR MY MOMS BIRTHDAY PLEASE

Aquarium Lover answers:

You could probably put a few neon tetras and guppies. Then for bottom feeders you could have four corydoras and two ghost shrimp.

If you’re looking for a real nice looking fish, I suggest a paradise fish.

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Michael asks…

Choosing a Fish Tank power Filter?

I am being told to junk my 10 year old penquin Biowheel. I’ve heard of the tetra Whisper and Aqua Clear but wated to ask what is the best pwer filter for my 29 Gallon freshwater Tank. I don’t want a loud one or one I will need to replace a few years down the road. Also, do I get one for that size (30) or go with a larger model (40, 50, ect). So far I have a variety of tiger and rosy barbs, a pleco and a kuhli loach that are all happy together. Thanks for your suggestions!

Aquarium Lover answers:

Why and Who is telling you to junk your filter?I’ve got one, also had it for about 10yrs. I’ve had no problems with it and it keeps 2 very messy oscars tank very clean.If you insist on changing,get a canister filter.Your Penguin is also a power filter,so why fix what isnt broke?By the way,never change your bio wheels unless they are damanged.If you do your tank will probally have to cycle again,and you might lose all your fish.

Sandra asks…

How to properly move a 10 gallon fresh water tank?

Ok heres the thing, at our dorms were only allowed to have fish and I plan on moving back to my parents house for the summer break but I need help with something Ive NEVER done before, moving my 10 gallon freshwater community tank.

My idea is this, drain it down to 5 gallons (leave the fish inside the tank) and then put them in the car and head home (only a drive of 30 minutes or so), and then get them into a pre-picked spot then turn on filter/air pump and fill it back up with water.

I dont know if you need it, but heres the kind of fish I have in there:

1 x Sunburst Wag Platy
2 x Red Wag Platy’s
2 x Long Finned Zebra Danio’s
1 x White Cloud Danio
1 x Fancy Male Guppy

TIA and all the best, Jon

Aquarium Lover answers:

Ok, my parents moves a 175 gallon tank with fish, they empty it and get those trash bags, and those big sotrage boes, the plastic ones, and they emptied the tank to about 20 gallons and put the trash bag inside the box and put the 20 gallons of fish water w/ the fish in it and put the edge of the trash bag out of the box and put the lid over it, we had 25 fish and they survived a 3 hour drive to oklahoma~!!!

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Aquarium Care Tips for Saltwater Fish

Mar 2nd, 2011
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In general saltwater fish are usually a little more difficult to maintain than their freshwater cousins. That being said, it is not necessary to be an expert in order to maintain a saltwater aquarium.

Just as with freshwater fish, there are some saltwater species that are hardier than others. There are a few basic needs that if met will ensure that the fish are cared for properly.

The most important need that any creature has is the need for food. This is not different for fish.

It is important to mimic the type of food that a fish would typically eat in the ocean. These foods can be purchased in flake, tablet, or frozen forms. In addition, there are vitamins that can be added to the foods to replace any nutrients that may have been lost in the freezing or drying processes. (more…)


Salt Water Fish: Fish Tanks and Maintenance

Jan 8th, 2010
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So you’ve decided to purchase those saltwater fish, but where do you go from there? The planning and preparation for your new fish shouldn’t be taken lightly or made on a whim. Caring for salt water fish is relatively easy; however, you’ve got to make sure that you’ve prepared the ideal living environment first.

Fish Tanks

Before investing in a tank for your fish, you’ve got to think about the type of fish you want to put in it. Some salt water get very large and you’ll want to have a tank large enough to accommodate your fish.

Once you’ve purchased your tank, make sure that you have a good place in your home for it. It should be kept away from direct sunlight, which can raise the internal temperature significantly.

Also make sure that you have a quality stand for the tank. A 25 gallon tank can weigh as much as 250 pounds and you certainly don’t want that to spill.

Setting the Tank Up

Once you’ve filled your tank with water, add the premixed salt mixture to the tank and allow it the settle for a few days before adding your fish. Then set up the plants and decorations you would like to use. Allow them to acclimate to the environment for a couple of days. (more…)


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