Tropical Aquariums Garden Nursery Landscaping Guide
Tropical Aquariums Require Careful Maintenance
By Suzzie T Franklin
Tropical aquariums have long fascinated people as they peered
into them, imagining they were swimming in warm tropical waters
and experiencing the feeling of discovering sea life in the tropics.
Others are fascinated by the huge variety of tropical fish that
can be seen in such aquariums, while others are mesmerized by
the bright colors and unique markings of the fish. Of course,
these are designed to house the amazing variety of tropical fish
that are available.
Choosing Between Freshwater Fish And Saltwater Fish
However, there are two different types of fish that are suitable
for such aquariums: freshwater fish and saltwater fish. Obviously,
you must make a choice as to which type of tropical fish you want
to enjoy since they cannot exist in the same watery environment
together.
Saltwater fish clearly must be kept in saltwater aquariums which
are designed and maintained specifically for such fish. In saltwater
fish aquariums, the proper level of salt in the water must be
regulated as well as the pH balance and the temperature, in order
for the fish to thrive. Since saltwater fish are acclimated to
the salt levels in their natural habitat, without the right levels
of salt present, the fish would actually die of suffocation.
Saltwater Tropical Aquariums
Saltwater tropical aquariums also need to have at least some
living rocks included as part of the fish aquarium environment.
Living rocks are rocks that have elements of good bacteria attached
to them. It is the good bacteria that helps to keep the aquariums
clean and in proper balance.
Preparing saltwater aquariums does take some forethought and
planning. The living rocks must be placed into the aquarium fish
tanks for a good two months before adding any fish.
This allows the good bacteria to achieve the proper levels and
to cycle correctly to create the right environment. After this
two month period, you can then set up the aquarium filter and
then you can safely add the tropical saltwater fish.
Freshwater Aquarium
Freshwater aquariums also must have good bacterial elements present
in order to help keep them clean, balanced and functioning properly.
Freshwater aquariums are only to be used for fish that need to
have clear and clean water to survive. The water for a freshwater
tropical fish tank must be free of ammonia and chlorine.
Also, freshwater aquariums have to be set up in advance as well.
The freshwater tropical fish tank needs to be set up, filtering
and cycling for at least four full weeks before adding any tropical
fish to it. This helps to assure that the good bacteria has built
up to the right level.
Ammonia In The Water Can Kill Your Fish
This also aids in making sure that ammonia levels are at the
very minimum, because ammonia in the water makes it difficult
for fish to breath and can lead to death. You can easily tell
if your freshwater aquarium has high levels of ammonia because
you will see that the fish are lingering near the top of the tank
and are struggling to breath.
It is best not to completely change the water in tropical aquariums,
but to keep the filter in very good working order. You can also
remove a portion of the water from the tank, put it in a separate
container, filter it very well, and then you can replace it into
the tank.
This should significantly improve the quality of the water for
your fish, if your filters are in good condition. It is also a
good idea to have water test kits on hand to periodically test
the water quality.
About the Author:
Suzzie T Franklin has written a number of articles on gardening
and landscaping including
The Japanese Garden,
Bonsai Trees,
Bonsai Plants,
Outdoor Bonsai Trees,
Indoor Bonsai Trees,
White Flowers,
Fruit Trees,
Tole Painting,
Lady Slipper Flower,
Plastic Flower Pot,
Zen Garden,
Wire Topiary Frames,
Window Bird Feeders,
Planting Guide,
Flower Seeds,
Gardening Vegetable,
Garden Furniture,
Tropical Fish Hobbyist,
Aquarium Heaters,
Aquarium Fish Tank,
Aquarium Fish Food,
Aquarium Decoration,
Freshwater Aquarium Fish,
Marine Aquarium Fish,
Saltwater Aquarium Fish.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles on this website.
Little Known Aquarium Fish Facts....
At one point or another in your life you have probably been in
a pet store. Along one side was a wall of aquariums. Freshwater
fish, saltwater fish and assorted plants for sale beckoned you
to come look closer. Freshwater fish are a joy to own but nothing
quite compares to the vibrancy of tropical aquariums. Yes, it
does require reading and at first the initial costs can seem overwhelming
but rest assured that there are websites that can help you fill
your aquarium and keep it stocked with supplies.
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