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What type of Loch in a freshwater aquarium won't dig under gravel and won't root up plants and that will eat snails and not red cherry shrimp?
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Can you put substrate suitable for plants over colored gravel in a freshwater aquarium?
Yes. You can layer substrate in any tank. However, if your plants can grow fine in gravel, they can grow fine in colored gravel, just make sure the colored gravel is safe for aquariums.
Is it ok not to put anything at the bottom of aquarium?
I would say yes it would be ok not to put anything at the bottom of the aquarium. Gravel, stone and plastics are usually used for appearance. If it is a freshwater aquarium and if you plan on using live plants then gravel is necessary.If it is a salt water aquarium then it is necessary to use live rock and live stone.
How do you take care of Lobster prawn?
Have a freshwater aquarium or some sort of freshwater aquarium and feed it plants, like lettuce or kale. Make sure to occasionally clean out it's home!
Can you grown plants in an aquarium?
Most definitely! Plants are what really make a freshwater aquarium come alive. Take a look at the below referenced links to see some amazing examples from masters.
What do you need to get a freshwater aquarium started?
An aquarium, if you want plants, depending on the type you may need substrate, a filter, sand or gravel about 1 pound per gallon, a light between 5000K and 6500K (it does not have to say aquarium), water purifier, water, fish food, a power strip that has at least 4 outlets, an aquarium heater if you are going to have tropical fish. and about 30 minutes to put everything together and add water
What can you do with your fish?
Put them in a decorative aquarium and add colorful gravel to the bottom and live plants that they will like to eat and hide among.
What do you keep in an aquarium?
You obviously put fish in it. You can also buy gravel, plants, and other decorations to go in your fish tank.
How do you build a balanced aquarium in a jar?
To build a balanced aquarium in a jar, start with a clean jar that is clear in coloring. Choose aquatic gravel and plants and make sure to root the plants in the gravel. Then, add shrimp or snails and close the lid. Make sure the jar is kept in an area that receives filtered sunlight.
What plants live in a aquarium?
The list would run a mile long. Almost all aquatic plants in the wild can inhabit a planted freshwater aquarium. If you are starting out you may want to try an easy growing plant that requires low light. Anubias or Crypts. Plants in an aquarium are not difficult to grow if you know what they like.
Do you need special rocks for a planted fresh water aquarium?
Rocks are not needed for a planted freshwater aquarium. You need good substrate for the plants though. Gravel might do just fine if they are not too big. Many pet stores sell special substrate for planted aquariums. Eco-complete is one of the better plant substrate with rich in iron and other minerals.
Could someone please write a list of equipment I would need to care for a heavily planted aquarium and a basic description of how to care for aquarium plants?
Fish tank Plants Heater Tropical fish Gravel There might be other things depending on if you are keeping tropical plants or cold water plants.
What is the best type of stone to line the bottom of an aquarium?
Anything labeled safe for aquarium use. Beyond that, it depends on what type of fish you are keeping, and whether or not you have plants, for which type of aquarium substrate (gravel or other lining for the bottom) should be used.
