You can get a great freshwater aquarium fish tank, but you are going to have to put in a little effort and take your time when shopping. Too small a house for a growing population of fish and you will have to upgrade quickly, and too large a tank for a small room or office, and you will have a space problem in the room that the tank will be in. Find practical solutions! The freshwater aquarium tank is a solid and well designed, self contained...more
With any pet that you keep it is important that you have all of the right equipment to ensure they have a long happy life. When it comes to keeping fish, you need to make sure that you have the right type of aquarium and accessories. This may mean looking into different lighting and aquarium air pump options.If you are looking to keep any type of fish, it is worth looking online for different resources on the equipment that you need...more
Reef aquarium lighting remains one of the hotly discussed and debated topics, as it is the most crucial aspect of reef aquarium upkeep. Proper light intensity is essential for reef corals to carry out photosynthesis -- the process through which they create energy needed to survive and grow. Whichever approach and equipment you choose for lighting, the eventual goal is to provide the reef inhabitants with an almost natural lighting environment, made up of timed light exposure with proper intensity and light spectrum. This ensures the reef creatures have the greatest chance to thrive and flourish.Lighting is generally expressed in watts per gallon. This considers the amount of light power distributed over the volume of the aquarium tank. A good rule of thumb suggests that for low-light corals, lighting should vary between four and six watts per gallon. For light-loving reefs requiring higher light intensity, these should be bathed in ten watts of light per gallon.A clever method that mimics the path of the sun uses a multiple-light system with timer controllers to vary the number of lights that turn on at any given time. This is probably the most effective solution that closely...more
The Georgia Aquarium is such a tremendous piece of entertainment and information. It is an aquarium of its kind in the world including more than 8 million gallons of marine and fresh waters, occupied by more than 100,000 water animals of 500 diverse species. The Georgia Aquarium is located in Atlanta city, and pulls thousands of visitors through...more
Too much of anything, either good or bad, may hurt your fish. For example, it is said that the stability of a new freshwater aquarium is measured by how an aquarist has, for one, a good eye for so-called pH level. Of course, we love success measured in a multiplication of our investment, literally and metaphorically. While it is true that this...more
It is said that the stability of a new freshwater aquarium is measured by how an owner has a good eye for the aquariums pH level. This is crucial in fish-keeping as its effect can be great or devastating to the aquarium as an ecosystem. Of course, we love success that is measured with good results. While it is true that this part of the hobby is a frustration among many new people, the principle behind knowing, understanding and maintaining a proper pH level is actually very simple. Adjusting the pH level is a common problem that is easy to learn and to apply with your fish tank. What then is the pH level and what factors affect its changes?The acid level of the aquarium water should be maintained at a balanced level that is within the tolerance of the fish and always stable: not too low and not too high, or else your fish will become sick from the toxins in the water and possibly die. Fish are accustomed to a certain water acid level that is prevalent in the lakes, rivers and seas where their species came from.Most fish species are comfortable with pH levels of 6.2, 6.6, 7.0 or 7.4. Many believe that the ideal pH level is 7, however this is not the bottom-line in...more
Did you know that freshwater fish use salt? While it is true that freshwater fish and plants in their natural habitat are used to water of one in a million salt content, a sprinkle of crystal rock salt in one's aquarium is a secret long...more
Creating an aquarium is like building your own house and assigning roles. It entails the planning of your own structure according to taste and functions, acquisition of materials, setting-up and management. Do you remember your...more
One of the worlds largest inland water theme parks is situated within the Guangzhou Zoo in China. This arena bearing the name Ocean World is a world-renowned large-scale public aquarium in Asia, constructed in 1996 and publicly opened in 1998. The...more
Can you imagine an aquarium without the green element? Indeed, an aquarium cannot be complete without plants. They provide the natural 'green' for the fish tank and create a pleasant backdrop with their beauty. Most importantly, they are part of the...more
Freshwater aquarium algae are threats to aquatic life in a fish tank. Algae are remarkable when it comes to surviving and spreading through a tank and you will have to work diligintly to get rid of this problem. If unchecked the aquarium will become...more
The Cold Water Quest Exhibit in the aquarium has beluga whales which are joined by harbor seals in their exhibit, greeting guests as they enter. The African penguin habitat is new, and houses twice as many birds in an interactive and engaging...more