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Your Freshwater Fish Aquarium

Freshwater fish tend to be hardier than their saltwater counterparts, which makes a freshwater aquarium easier to care for. Still, you have to follow some basic rules in setting up your aquarium. You need a tank, of course, as well as substrate or rocks to line the bottom. In addition, a filter and lighting is required.

The fish in your tank must be compatible in terms of temperature, P.H. and food requirements. You should also keep in mind a basic fact of nature --fish eat other fish. If this happens, don't be discouraged, but learn from it. You can keep this to a minimum by keeping fish of roughly the same size.

Freshwater fish should be fed twice daily. Feed only a small amount that can be consumed within the first two to five minutes. Overfeeding is a common mistake among novice fish keepers. Any excess food should be lifted with a net if possible, as it will become debris and quickly dirty the tank. Water should be kept regulated and tested weekly. Any discrepancies in P.H. and water temperature should be corrected immediately in order to minimize stress on the fish.

You cannot ignore stress, because it is a major cause of illness. That's why it's vital to closely monitor the general behavior and condition of your fish. Do not overcrowd your tank; this can be a cause of stress. It isn't hard to spot signs of stress. If you notice fish that are slow-moving or lethargic, purchase a stress coat at your local pet store.

Only change about one third of the aquarium's water at a time; this reduces any disturbance to the tank's inhabitants. Change this much water every two or three weeks, using either a bucket or siphon. When adding water, be sure to remove any loose or floating debris you spot. It is also crucial to make sure that the new water is close in temperature to the water already there, within two degrees or so.

The sides of the aquarium should be scrubbed regularly to remove an algae build up. Again be careful not to disturb the fish. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling the aquarium. Lastly, check the manufacturer's recommendation on filters and change them accordingly. Filters collect any fish waste or left over food. They can't function properly unless they are clean.

When your tank is new, start with hardy fish. These are fish that can tolerate the higher nitrite levels which are present in a new aquarium. Some such fish are live bearers, gouramis, barbs and danios. Do not add more than three or four small fish per week. Before adding fish, check with your retailer or do research, as acclimation times vary per species.

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