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A simple air driven corner filter should do the job in a tiny 5 gallon tank provided the tank contains no more than 3 guppies. The first basic rule is :- 1 inch of fish needs a minimum of 1 gallon of water. Your tank is nominally a 5 gallon tank which means when it is only filled to within an inch of the top and has gravel on the bottom, the most it will be holding will be around 3.5 to 4 gallons of water.
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If you have a 30 gallon planted aquarium is a 17 watt fluorescent light good enough to keep the plants growing?
A 17 watt fluorescent light may not provide sufficient light for a 30 gallon planted aquarium. Plants generally require around 2-3 watts of light per gallon for optimal growth. Consider upgrading to a higher wattage or a more efficient lighting system to support the needs of your plants.
How much does it cost for a 55 gallon saltwater aquarium?
It depends on what your trying to accomplish, what your going to be keeping in it, as well as the material of the tank itself. Glass or Acrylic. You can have a Fish Only system, FOWLER system, or a REEF system. Reefs are the most expensive and will run around $3,000 for a 55 Gallon set up Makesure you focus mainly on 5 things in a reef Aquarium and they are... Water Flow Lighting Protein Skimmer Berlin Style Open Sump Large amounts of live rock (1 - 5 pound/ Gallon) FOWLER (Fish Only With Live Rock) Is cheaper and will run about $1,500 for a 55 gallon Set up. Use ½ - 1½ pound live rock/ gallon Fish Only, can go many ways, you can have a cheap hang on back filter or canister filter (Not recommended) or a below the aquarium Wet/Dry filter (Best Option). For a 55 Gallon set up maybe around $600 -$800 without a protein skimmer, though it is BEST if you do get one.
You have goldfish fry in a breeding basket in a 26 gallon filtered aquarium How long before you can let them swim freely in the tank?
As soon as the fry are large enough to A)Not be eaten by any fish in said aquarium and B)Large enough not to get sucked up by any filtration system present.
How does the blood travel around guppy's body?
Guppies have a closed circulatory system.
What type of filter system is best for a 5 gallon freshwater aquarium?
The best filter for a small aquarium would be a simple hang on the back filter (HOB), also known as power filters. Common models are the Penguin, Aquaclear, Whisper, Cascade, Liberty etc. They can be found at www.bigalsonline.com under Filters>Power Filters.
What does gal mean in the metric system?
Nothing. It is an abbreviation for gallon, but the gallon is NOT part of the metric system.
What's a gallon A gallon is a part of the metric system that contains 4 quarts?
A gallon is NOT part of the metric system. A gallon is a part of the Imperial system and contains 4 quarts (or 8 pints)
How can I make RO water for my aquarium?
To make RO water for your aquarium, you can use a reverse osmosis water filtration system. This system removes impurities and minerals from tap water, creating pure water suitable for your aquarium. Simply connect the system to your water source and follow the manufacturer's instructions for setup and operation.
Which brand of refrigerator has the best water filteration?
PUR is an excellent water filtration system that can be purchased and installed in multitude of refrigerators including Whirlpool. anonymous@oola.com
What is 40 gallons equal to in the metric system?
The answer would depend on which gallon you meant: the Imperial gallon or the US gallon. This is one one the main problems with the old system(s). A gallon is not the same on different sides of the Atlantic!
What is the other name of english system?
The Imperial system, except that it is not a system but a whole load of bits and pieces. Think US gallon and UK gallon, for example.
What is an aquarium sump?
A tank or vessel used to hold aquarium water outside of the main tank. Often used to feed or house a filtration system.
