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Goldfish care: 5 things you must do to keep them happy 1. Do set up their aquarium before you buy any goldfish Don't buy goldfish and their home in the pet store on the same day. Instead, set up the tank with gravel, decorations and a filter in good spot (one that is quiet, away from a window or radiator, and near a power supply) and fill it with water, then switch on any pumps you're using. It takes time for chlorine and other chemicals in tap water that can harm your fish to be expelled. 2. Do consider maturing your tank in advance A new aquarium takes time to 'mature'; this odd word basically means that the tank filters and gravel are capable of breaking down waste before it pollutes the water...

Knowing when and where to purchase tropical fish supplies can be a difficult task. There are so many tropical fish pet shops out there, and so many different fish shops, it can be hard to know where to start. The best thing to do when searching for tropical fish supplies is to go to your nearest tropical fish store and speak to a shop assistant. When speaking with the assistant, ask them what their views are as to what the best types of products for your fish tank may be. You'd be quite surprised to know that there are so many different varieties of products for your fish tank, all of which serve unique purposes, that choosing only a couple for your fish tank in particular can be a difficult task...

It's amazing how the quality of your freshwater aquarium can be directly related to the quality of your lighting system. Your lighting must be correct (as far as the intensity and the spectrum of the light) or it affects the survival of the plants, and the fish in your tank. The end goal of your lighting system is to duplicate what the natural environment of your fish was. It's gotten easier and easier to do this with the advancement of lighting these days, especially as far as fluorescent lighting goes. The big thing to remember is that all lighting systems will generate heat. But the new fluorescent lights tend to keep cooler than might lights. But the more powerful the light is, the more...

It is amusing to know that the history of placing fish in small containers goes back at least 2000 years as either for research, pets, or for religious significance. The Romans were the first to place Sea-Barbels in their homes and contained them within small marble tanks. Over time, they designed these small tanks with glass panes on one side of the containers to allow for better viewing of the fish. Millennia then passed before the Chinese reinvented these tanks into tub shapes and then they were gradually reformed by other people into the shape of the modern fishbowl that we know today. As more time passed, other designs were invented and during the Industrial Age, the modern fish tank aquariums...

When preparing for your new aquarium, you need to not only determine what size tank you want, but how big of a space in your home you have to place it. You might like the 200 gallon reef tank that they have in the local fish store, but if you don't have the space (and probably the experience to maintain it), and then you should keep on looking. Typically, you'll want to get the biggest tank that you can afford and keep in your home. Contrary to belief, having a larger tank is actually easier to maintain than a smaller tank for two reasons. First, fish need lots of room to swim and lots of oxygen in the water to breath. The larger water surface in the tank, then the larger the amount of oxygen can...

Fish keeping can be a very rewarding hobby. Since more and more fish keepers and enthusiasts are growing in number and interest, the need to teach and provide sufficient information on tropical fish for tanks is becoming more important and in demand. A very important consideration when starting your aquarium is what types of fish to include in your tank. In order to determine the best species or fish type to use for your fish tank, a thorough and in-depth understanding about the fish you think you would like to have is required. You may do a lot of your research through online sources or you may just go directly to your local fish store and ask the fish dealer regarding the variety of tropical fish...

The process of painting started in the late 1970's with the Glass Perch (Chanda ranga or Chanda wolfii ) and was soon noticed by the aquarium keepers of the day, protests followed and it seemed that the process had been stopped. However in the late 1980's early 1990's the process started again but this time spread to many more species. The rather worrying fact is that most people who buy these modified tropical fish are totally unaware of the disgusting process involved to juice their tropical fish or are unaware that their tropical fish have been modified at all. There is more than one method to alter the colour and appearance of tropical fish. Some are more barbaric than others but all have some...

With most fishes, including the Garra Rufa, a high ammonia level is a horrible problem. In order to fully optimize your Garra Rufa's enthusiasm to nibble, good water quality management is essential. The nitrogen cycle is a big part of water quality management, and understanding it will truly help increase the success level of your tank. All organisms excrete ammonia as waste. Proper waste management is crucial in order to maintain a healthy living environment. In aquatic environments, aquatic organisms excrete ammonia into their own living system. The nitrogen cycle takes place throughout a mature system in a man-made tank. In this environment, nitrogen products are recycled by different colonies of...

If you are trying to place a 100 gallon tank onto a 50 gallon stand, you are essentially waiting for your stand to break. This seems to be pretty obvious but there are still many people asking this type of question. It would be appropriate to use a sturdy piece of stand so that it will be able to support the weight of the fish tank. Before you proceed to buy a stand, you will need to know the weight of your tank without water is. Usually, this information can be found if you bought the tank online or alternately you could ask from the fish store in which you have purchased from. At the same time, you will need to know the weight on the number of decorations that you are intending to put in the tank...

By setting some time aside to proper cycling, your aquarium will be much easier to maintain, since the cycling process aim to produce a thriving population of beneficial bacteria that will convert harmful waste products into less dangerous compounds. You need two types of beneficial bacteria in your aquarium. The first type converts ammonia into nitrite, while the other type converts nitrite into nitrate. Ammonia will be produce by the metabolism of your fish and extracted from the gills and in fish poo. High levels of ammonia are dangerous to fish, but fortunately enough there exist a group of bacteria that can convert ammonia into nitrite. Nitrite is actually even more toxic than ammonia, but the...

Eating Italian fish can mean many things. Italy is well known for many wonderful fish dishes that not only come from the various parts of the oceans that line the shores but the many rivers as well. Depending on what you are craving and what style you are feeling like tonight, you can pick from literally hundreds of recipes. There are cultural traditions in each of Italy's main regions. Each is known for specific types of fish and ways of preparing it. The best way to find the right fish dish for you is to know what type of fish you are looking for first, as this will help you to look in a specific region for styles of cooking. Types Of Fish It will depend on the region you are in what type of fish...

One of the more aggressive aquarium fish, Oscar fish are not only temperamental but beautiful in their tanks. Oscar fish care requires research and understanding of the fish's psyche and social behavior. Care of Oscar fish also requires knowledge of their growth rate as well. Taking care of fish brings into question, just how do you take care of a fish properly? Is there such thing as pet health care for fish? When bringing home fish, just what does that mean for pet health? Oscar fish are one of the more popular aquarium fish, despite their aggressive nature against other fish. Oscar fish keeping requires a good size tank, at least thirty gallons is required for Oscar fish. Any smaller and the fish...

What do you need to know to begin keeping a freshwater aquarium in your home? It may seem daunting to consider starting an aquarium as a hobby, but once you have the basics down, it can be quite easy. Get a good reference book The first suggestion I would have is to get a good book on freshwater aquariums. You'll need one as a reference guide to be able to look up problems and issues you may have with your tank. You'll want to see pictures of types of fish, pictures of how to set up your tank landscaping, pictures of diseases, and more. Getting a good reference book will help you avoid frustration down the road, and in the beginning, too. It's best to do as much research as you can up front...

The Kribensis is a very colorful and beautiful fish with both male and females offering brilliant colors. Even though they are both colorful, you can tell the differences. Females are shorter, have reddish/purplish larger stomachs, and rounded dorsal fins. These fish are also very popular as they are very easy to take of even for younger children. The fish were home at Ethiop River, Niger delta where the water offers low-lying black water streams, which is acidic and more alkaline and has harder water than other streams that join the river. Your Kribensis love caves or other small hiding areas where they will feel a bit more at home even if your fish were never actually there but only ancestors...

It's likely that the aquarium you're looking at in a pet supplies fish store comes with some kind of lighting fixture - however, not all aquariums have this feature. If you happen to come across and purchase an aquarium without a lighting fixture, it's essential that you acknowledge the significant role lighting plays in the healthy environment of your fish. Blending the filter and heater with a light replicates the natural environment in which the fish came from, raising their chances of living a longer, easier life in the tank. Twelve hours of light per day will certainly be enough to accomplish this. It is important to recognize that the central purpose of lights built for fish tanks is to grant...

you recently decided that you would like to start your own fish tank supply store? If you have, have you already decided how you will go about getting your products to sell? When it comes to purchasing supplies for a business, including a fish store, there are many individuals who end up making a costly mistake. That mistake involves not carefully planning out how they intend to stock their retail store or their online store with products. To avoid loosing money or running an otherwise profitable business into the ground, you are urged not to make this mistake. When it comes to running a supply business, including a fish tank supply business, one of the most common mistakes made is the failure to...

Saltwater fish must pass this test to qualify as a starter fish: Is this fish both hardy and inexpensive? The term starter fish refers to the first fish that are added to a newly setup aquarium. Once starter fish are introduced to an aquarium a process called the Nitrogen Cycle begins. These fish "start" the process. The Nitrogen Cycle is a natural process that breaks down organic waste making the water safe for fish. This cycle generally takes 4 to 6 weeks and can be stressful to fish. Cycling time can be reduced by adding commercially-packaged beneficial bacteria. Whether adding bacteria or not it is important to add fish only before and after the cycle. In the past saltwater fish were all caught...

Sometimes what we think is a disease when the fish get sick really isn't a disease at all. There are a number of ailments which are actually caused by poor water management and the fish would respond to the water condition just like a human responds to an allergy. There are however times when the sickness is caused by an actual parasite. What we will focus on in this article are the most common fish diseases and the steps that you can take to heal your fish. Generally, the only way for external parasites and bacteria to get into the tank is from new fish that has been introduced into the aquarium. There is no other way for parasites or bacteria to get into your fish tank and infect your fish...

been to every local fish store in your area. You've spent hours online looking at Discus galleries. You've started thinking of things you can sell to pay for the Discus fish and aquarium set up. You've put your couch in the garage to make room for the aquarium. It sounds like you've been bitten by the Discus bug. Now, how do you get started? There are as many opinions on how to properly raise Discus as there are websites devoted to them. You will find debates over planted tank vs. bare bottom, tap water or RO, what to feed them, how often to change the water and how much, it goes on and on. These debates contribute to making Discus keeping fun or a real pain. It really depends on your likes and...

This is a guide to show you how to save time while you are fishing in Fish Isle. This is done by using your options under the multi tool. You have three options which include catching, releasing, and cleaning. I will show you how to use all three of these options and I will explain why you should use them. Cleaning Nets Quickly in Fish Isle We will start with the cleaning of the nets. This option is good for cleaning a lot of nets at one time. To use this option, place your mouse over the arrow tool. You will then see a menu open. When the menu opens, click the clean option. You will then see all of the nets turn green. The boat will then go to each net and clean the net. Though it will take a...

Okay, you can go just about to any type of pet shop or fish store and find betta fish in all kinds of glass containers along with a few carnivals offering a game to win a betta by tossing a ping-pong ball into a small fish bowl. The question is, is this truly the best way for a betta fish to live? The answer is probably not, I think. Yes, this type of fish can live in small bowl instead of a large fish aquarium; however, they still need room to move. Consider how much room you need to be comfortable or your dog or cat. Everyone and every type of pet need room to feel comfortable. The reason many believe that the betta bowl is the perfect size is that these fish are territorial and when in the wild...

ou know that the keeping of fish dates back to antiquity? It may be true but only recently has the activity become popular among all age groups. Have you joined the multitudes who have recently contributed to the popularity of keeping tropical fish? It really has become popular as many homes now have at least a small aquarium among its furnishings. They may consist of a few goldfish in a small coldwater aquarium or they may consist of several colorful fish swimming about. Your aquarium is most likely one of three different types: coldwater, warm water (heated) or marine. If you are keeping tropical fish, you almost certainly have a heated aquarium. Remember, tropical fish come from the tropics where...

Saltwater Reef Aquariums, Historically saltwater aquarium owners have shied away from reefs. No one could understand why when these coral reefs were put into an aquarium the reef had a depressingly short life span. Now, thanks to some very persistent aquarium owners, fans of the saltwater aquarium's can enjoy the beauty of their very own coral reef.  Their are reefs for every aquarium owner, from the raw beginner to the experienced professional. The saltwater enthusiast can now find the saltwater coral that best suits their abilities, whether they are a rank beginner or an experienced professional. Zoanthus Coral is a wonderful choice for the person who is just beginning to add coral reef to their...

I have written few general tropical fish care tips and secrets for beginners to help them in their tropical fish keeping hobby. Below are 6 top tips for tropical fish care: 1) Tropical Fish Tank Tips You should try to get the biggest tank you can afford. As a result water temperature will be stable in bigger tank and it will be easier to care for your fishes. It will also give your fishes more water thus keeping them healthier. Besides even if a fish dies it will not affect the others. 2) Tropical Fish Should Have Plenty Of Places To Hide. Ironically you give them more room to hide and they will hide less. Resulting in lower levels of stress for your tropical fish. 3) Fish Should Be Away From...

Buying aquarium fish tanks can be a big investment, whether you're buying for the first time or are buying a replacement. With so many choices now available in pet or fish stores, you want to get the best possible tank for your money. You may actually find the whole process quite overwhelming! While years ago, glass was the only choice, now the addition of acrylic has provided aquarium owners with many more options. Acrylic or Glass? Choosing between an acrylic or glass tank can be a tough decision because there are pros and cons for both of them. Acrylic tanks have many advantages that glass ones don't but you're going to pay a much higher price for those advantages. · Acrylic tanks are more...

How many people do you know who rushed headlong into a new hobby, all guns blazing, only to give it up again after just a few short weeks? Chances are this is something you have done yourself, it's something that most will do at some time or another. Have you ever ask yourself why this happens? Let me make a quick comparison. This has nothing to do with your freshwater aquarium, at least not directly, but should serve to illustrate the point I'd like to make. Think about all the people who make a New Year's resolution to go on a diet. Most of them are doomed to failure before they even start. Why? The first mistake they make you to view it simply as a diet. Using the term 'diet' implies that it's...

Have you ever lay in the bath fully submerged holding your breath, before slowly let out a breath to allow the bubbles to rise. Next time you do watch what it does to the surface of the water above you. Bubbles or rather air plays an important part in the environment of a fish tank. Unlike us fish are fully submerged in water every day of its life, but they still need air to survive. Just as we breathe in air through our nostril and mouth, and so do fish. Fish pull in water through their gills extracting the air. Now we all know that there is oxygen in water but if we imagine being in an airtight room with only limited amounts of breathable oxygen, pretty soon the supply will run out and we will...

  Goldfish have always been a mainstay of the home aquarium. Goldfish have been popularized as the iconic pet fish in movies, and television for decades. Some species of Goldfish can live upwards of 20 years. Goldfish come in many different sizes and shapes. Gone are the days when you just had the simple goldfish in the glass bowl on the mantle, you can get many different variations. In this article I will be going a few things to consider about the care and keeping of your Goldfish.   First you want to select the type of goldfish you want for your aquarium. You should pick a species that is well suited for your aquarium, or the aquarium you are going to start. Some goldfish species need to be in...

So many elements effect the raising of tropical fish. Choosing the right ones and making the right decisions is crucial for success. Setting up an aquarium, selecting the fish, plants and algae, feeding the fish and breeding the fish are the major aspects of this hobby. Aquarium The aquarium elements depend on the fish one intends to have. Many parts form an aquarium and they all need to be considered seriously before they are selected: Glass - Gravel - Hood - Heater - Thermometer - Bulbs - Filters - Cleaning Equipment - Nets - Water Test Kit - Small Container Selecting the Fish You can opt to have only one type of tropical fish. Problems are limited if you choose to go that way. But with tropical...

Use of fish oil supplements is not a new phenomenon; it has been in existence for quite a long time. Originally, it was given to children as a source of vitamin D. Not only children, many adults took it for vitamin D during winters. Much of the vitamin D needed by the body is produced by the body itself. However, exposure to sunlight is required for the body to do so. In the temperate and cold areas, like Europe and North America, getting enough sunlight during winters was difficult. Vitamin D is crucial for the proper development of bones, and many children in these areas developed diseases due to vitamin D deficiency, like rickets in which the bones are softened and deformed. That's how the...