15. Adding the Fish It is very important to make sure that everything right from pH balance to the growth of beneficial bacteria is suitable enough for the fish to survive before you put them in the aquarium. Initially, introduce comparatively tougher species of fish in the tank. The excreta produced by the fishes would […]
10. Selecting the Aquarium Tank The choice of the aquarium tank depends on your budget, space available for housing the aquarium and to some extent, the type of fish you want to keep. Contrary to popular belief, large tanks are easier to maintain, provide greater surface area for waste disposal, and help maintain a stable […]
Part-IV: Setting Up Your Aquarium 9. Planning Your Aquarium Planning and maintaining an aquarium requires proper knowledge about fish keeping, fish tanks, and essential supplies for fish maintenance. An aquarium at home enhances the beauty of your room and house. Although there are many fish keeping theories, gaining knowledge through books and the Internet can […]
Nitrogen Cycle Fish excretion causes rotting of food and deterioration of plants. Bacteria can break down nitrogen compounds present in fish waste into nitrate, which is easily absorbed by plants. You can otherwise remove this through gravel siphoning. This conversion process of changing fish waste into NO3 is nitrification. Nitrifying bacteria are not present when […]
Fins The fins of the fish help them move. Fish with forked fins are regular fast-swimmers while those with rounded fins can move fast. Fish bred in aquariums have long, drawn out fins. Anal fins help stabilize movements while swimming. Body Color The body color of a fish denotes its health. Some fish can alter […]