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Salt Water Fish: Fish Tanks and Maintenance

Jan 8th, 2010
by Aquarium Lover.
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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…)


Why is my Fish Tank Water Cloudy?

Dec 15th, 2009
by Aquarium Lover.
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Fish owners who are not necessarily pros when it comes to caring for fish tanks usually ask, why is my aquarium water cloudy? Well, there is no single answer because there really is not one single cause. But, based on the circumstances that cloudy water exists, it can usually be narrowed down to a few basic causes.

Residue from your gravel: If you notice that your fish tank water appears cloudy within an hour or two of filling it then it’s most likely due to insufficiently cleaned gravel. To resolve this problem simply drain the tank and rinse the gravel until the water runs perfectly clear. Remember to never use soaps, this will get your fish sick.

Dissolved constituents and nutrients: If your water is still cloudy after attempting the above, it is probably because of its high levels of constituents. This can include anything from phosphates, silicates, or heavy duty metals. At this time, if you test the water you will notice that the pH levels are super high in alkaline. To resolve the problem in this case, you can treat your water with conditioners. You may also try switching to Reverse Osmosis water. It will be sold at your local pet store.

Blossomed bacteria: Sometimes it takes weeks or months for a fish tank to become cloudy. This is usually caused by bacterial bloom. The cool thing about this cause is that over time, the bacteria forms colonies and the problem eventually resolves itself. Uneaten fish food or decaying plants usually cause bacterial bloom and cloudy waters. All you have to do is remove these decaying objects and the bacteria will be cleared away naturally.

Keep your feeding times to a minimum and try not to overfeed your fish. If a vacuum doesn’t work you may invest in a flocculent to clear away all the debris from your fish tanks. These are marketed as water clarifiers and can be found at any local fish shop.

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