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This is a slightly complicated process to answer in just a short post. My recommendation is for you to go to myfishtank.net and do some browsing around the forums. This website is AMAZING and the meImbers are pretty knowledgable. They can help you get your fish tank started from the ground up.
The DON"Ts.
1. NEVER add more than one or two small fish at first and be sure it's a hardy fish that can take the beating.
2. Until you find out what is in your water for chlorination then be sure to use Prime by seachem to dechlorinate the water. I've tried others but this one works best.
3. Be sure to have fish that are compatible and RESEARCH the fish to be sure they won't outgrow the tank and can tolerate the same conditions.
4. DON"T buy a common plecco if you plan to have it clean a smaller tank(less than 80 gal) find a maybe more expensive one that will stay at a proper size for the tank it's going in.
5. Don't clean the tank with chemicals(inside or outside.) On the outside you can use vinegar to clean the glass and trim. Inside you can use either but only before you add the fish or the water for the fish. You must rince the inside well before you add fish.
6. Don't set up an used tank before you test it for water tightness in a water safe area. aka tub, outside, or unfinished basement near the drain.
7. DON"T completely trust everyting your Local fish store people tell you research a couple of diffrent Opinions on an issue. Suprisinglly the internet is actually a better source than most LFS(local fish store) employess in large stores.
8. DON"T FEED BEEF HEART
The Do's
1 BE PATIENT. If you are adding plants add them Before the fish as the plants will help keep the fish alive during cycleing.
2. Join a fish forum and ask questions.
Equipment Must Haves
-Seachem Stability(Blue Bottle)
-Seachem Prime(red bottle)
-Adaquite sized filter(s) for the tank.
-Air Pump
-airline tubeing
-Air diffusion device(bubble curtain, airstone, BUBBLE foam FILTER)
-Tank
-Lighted Lid(for a planted tank you may need a Better light fixture than is provided with a plastic lid so it's best to invest in a glass lid and a separate recommended light fixture)
-gravel
-AMMONIA, NITRITE AND NITRATE TEST KITS. LIQUIDS.(liquids are more consistant, reliable, and cheaper per use)
-Net
-Water Changer
-Heater
-Surge protector and power strip
-Food Grade bucket(no chemicals) to haul water and drain the tank water into.
-Sturdy and Level stand (1 gallon of water is about 10 pounds so 10 gallons is 100 pounds)
Optionalish
Long hose water changer that attatches to a sink to fill and drain a tank.(essential for larger tanks(50 gallons or more) unless you have allot of time and energy to spend every week on changeing water)
Battery operated air pump for power outages
Extra net for easier catching of fish.
Back up filter(small inside the tank)
Rubbber maid(specificly that brand) to use when moveing a larger tank(for the fish and tank water) and storage of fish stuff.
What else can I help you with?
Saltwater Aquarium Setup?
form_title= Saltwater Aquarium Setup form_header= Set up your own aquarium. What type of fish do you want in the aquarium?*= _ [50] Do you want a self-cleaning aquarium?*= () Yes () No Do you want to purchase any accessories?*= () Yes () No
What is a large aquarium fish?
An aquarium fish that is usually considered big, is like 8 inches and up.
What do freshwater fish do for fun?
If you have an aquarium that is set up properly and you watch the fish, you will see them playing chasey and doing many other things like hunting around for nibblies etc.
Is this sentence correct Neither Doyle nor Ana know how to set up an aquarium?
No.Neither Doyle or Ana know how to set up an aquarium.
How do you set up a Jebo R362 aquarium?
To set up a Jebo R362 aquarium, start by placing the tank on a sturdy, level surface and installing the aquarium's filtration system according to the manufacturer's instructions. Rinse the substrate thoroughly before adding it to the tank, followed by decorations and plants. Fill the aquarium with dechlorinated water, ensuring the temperature is suitable for your chosen fish. Finally, plug in the filter and heater, allow the tank to cycle for a few weeks, and test the water parameters before introducing any fish.
How to Set up a Freshwater Fish Aquarium?
The first step to setting up a freshwater fish aquarium is to have the proper equipment on hand. Aside from the aquarium, one will need to have gravel, a filter, replacement filter media, a heater, decorations, an aquarium test kit, a vacuum, a fish net, a glass scrubber, food, and a strainer. Secondly, think about the size and location of the aquarium. Before purchasing the aquarium, know what type of fish are going to be kept in it. Since fish vary in size, it is important that the aquarium can accommodate the fish. The location of the tank is also important and should be in a spot where the temperature of the water will not be affected. This will happen if it is placed by a window or a heater, thus resulting in green algae. Third, set up the aquarium. Wash the tank by rinsing it out with water only. Detergents can be harmful to some fish. Wash the gravel and all plants and decorations that are going into the tank. Once washed, these items can be placed into the aquarium. Fourth, add the water and set up the aquarium. Fill the tank with room temperature water and consider getting a product to help remove the chlorine. At this point, place the heater in the tank. Plug it in once the thermometer has reached the temperature of the water. Add the filter and any other items. Once everything is set, the tank can have more water added to it if necessary. Replace the hood back onto the tank and plug everything in. Fifth, wait a while before placing fish into the tank. The aquarium has to cycle before any fish can be added. When it is time to add fish, only add a couple at a time. This is to help the filtration system. Fish can become stressed when placed in a new aquarium and this can lead to death or disease. To help relieve the stress, let the bag float in the tank so it can become accustomed to the water temperature. After about 5 minutes, add a little aquarium water to the bag to help the fish acclimate to the pH level.
What fish are in the American river?
look up shedds aquarium in Chicago
Everything in an aquarium makes up what?
An aqua-scape or a fish habitat.
How to Setting Up a Fish Aquarium?
Having a fish aquarium in your home is a very relaxing and enjoyable hobby. For an aquarium ecosystem to thrive and stay healthy the tank must be properly set up and allowed time to cycle. Many people fall for buying fish the same day they purchase a tank, and then wonder why their fish do not survive. A delicate balance must be established when the fish aquarium is first set up, and often people do not want to wait. The first thing that must be decided is the type of fish you plan on keeping in your tank. The golden rule of fish tank sizing one gallon of water for every inch of fish. If you plan on having tetras or other small fish that stay at one inch in size when full grown, then a ten gallon tank provides enough room for ten fish. If your looking at Oscars, which can get ten inches, you will be lucky to keep one in a ten gallon tank without having to upgrade down the road. Once you buy the size fish aquarium that you need, you will need to rinse and clean the aquarium gravel. Place the gravel in a bucket and run water over it, allowing the bucket to flood until the water runs clear. Shift the gravel around in the bucket to be sure all dust and dye is washed away. Once this is done set up your fish aquarium filtration system per the manufacturers instructions. Install the fish aquarium heater and fill the tank with water. Allow the tank to sit for 48 hours with the heater and filter running. Once this time has passed if everything is working properly you will want to add your first fish. It’s best to only add one or two fish at a time, waiting a week between each new set of fish. This allows the fish aquarium’s system to adjust to the ammonia levels the fish produce. Jumping into buying too many fish at once will cause your water’s chemical balance to become misaligned, which can cause illness or death of your fish. Once your fish aquarium is properly running, empty and replace 20% of the water each week to keep it well maintained.
When a fish dies in aquarium what to do?
Get a small Aquarium Fish Net, get the body of the Fish, put it in the toilet.
Steal fish on happy aquarium?
no, you cant steal fish in happy aquarium
Can you put a lizard in an old aquarium?
The choice is up to you. If you set up the aquarium as a vivarium for lizards why should it not be used to keep a lizard in.
