Freshwater Fish - Adding The Water
13. Adding the Water Clean the aquarium with fresh and clean water without using any kind of detergent. Once properly cleaned, fill the aquarium with water. If the fish tank does not have a floating base, place polystyrene tiles underneath to stop the bottom and the sand from coming into contact. Use a fresh bucket to add water to the aquarium to make sure that no pollutant goes along with the water. Add an adequate amount of tap water conditioner and maintain the water temperature to about 25 C or 76 F. Pour the water in such a way that you do not disturb the gravel. Most people prefer to put live plants in the aquarium and if you are among them, wash the plants properly to get rid of unwanted pests that may harm the fish. Make sure you do not damage the roots in the process. Artificial plants also look seemingly natural and you can even put them in along with your sensitive aquatic creatures. Biological culture facilitates filter maturation, so you can add it to the water or directly to the filter. Keep the condensation covers appropriately, fit the fluorescent tube into the hood and place the hood such that it remains on top of the aquarium. Monitor the temperature and other conditions and leave the water to settle down for 24 hours.
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