Stability of the environment is the most important aspect of successful saltwater fish keeping. Although it is important to choose an aquarium that you think will look good in your living room, there are other equally important considerations that affect the ongoing expense as well as the health ...
hardier than others, but providing a healthy environment for any of them requires testing the saltwater aquarium water for at least four parameters. These are ammonia, nitrates, nitrites, and ph. There are many test kits available to help you ensure that none of these levels becomes too high...
i "Natural" does not always mean healthful, something that becomes obvious in the delicate environment of a saltwater aquarium. Ammonia is a natural product of organic waste, but in the confines of a tank it can be lethal. Keeping levels under control requires regular attention—a saltwater aqu...
It is often said that beginners should not start with a saltwater aquarium. Marine fish are more sensitive to the quality of the water, so there is lower room for error, but this should not deter beginners. It’s all about designing the right saltwater tank. Starting a fish-only-with-liv...
Whether the biological filter is live rock, trickle media, a sponge or any other substrate, the oxidation of ammonia to nitrite and then to nitrate is necessary to keep… Read more The Dark Tank! Q) I have limited lighting over my aquarium, although the water quality is high. Is it ...
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The process begins by adding a source of ammonia to the tank. There’s more to learn though. Be sure to research exactly how to do this before attempting it. Saltwater aquarium kits will facilitate this process. With the tank cycled, it’s finally time to add your fish. Be sure to buy...
Live rocks can be very useful when you are setting up your aquarium. They also help keep it clean and save time. The bacteria in them can break down ammonia, nitrites and other toxic substances into nitrate. The extra cost may deter some, but in comparison to the amount you’ve already...
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