When first designing an aquarium, there are unlimited numbers of possibilities for design. Decorating an aquarium can be fun, but the decorations still have to be suitable for the fish. Fish feel more secure with more hiding places. If you have only a few decorations in the tank the fish will not feel secure and not swim around the tank as much. Finding a balance of a habitat the fish and you like is key for raising fish.
First, when designing an aquarium the essentials are needed such as lights, filters and heaters. The tank first needs the filters, depending on your size of tank, depends on how many filters you have. A lid for your aquarium is vital for the fishes' health. A lid protects them from outside dangers, and also can provide light. A lid is highly suggested for an aquarium hobbyist.
If you do not have a lid on your aquarium, then I suggest investing in one. A lid provides more security for the fish so that things do not get into the tank. Also a lid helps regulate the temperature in the tank. Most lids have lights and, which are very beneficial. If you can, invest in a lid with a light, most aquarium tanks come with a standard lid with a fluorescent light.
Filters are very useful and needed to keep the tank clean. If you have a power or wheel filter, decorating can be a lot easier than if you have an under gravel filter. If you have a under gravel filter then I suggest investing in a power filter, they are inexpensive and get the job done.
Rocks, and fake caves and decor are also great for aquariums. A few hiding spots, for the fish to hide is good. When choosing rocks for the tank make sure they are suitable and do not dissolve or give off bad minerals to harm the fish.
Gravel or sand is vital for the fish to have a similar habitat that they are use to. The smaller the gravel is usually the harder it is to manage. The gravel that is too large can trap things including fish under it. I suggest a happy medium sized gravel. Sand is also great, especially if you own marine fish. If you have freshwater or even brackish water fish, I would suggest gravel instead of sand.
Rocks, fake caves and decor are also great for aquariums. A few hiding spots, for the fish to hide is good. When choosing rocks for the tank make sure they are suitable and do not dissolve or give off bad minerals to harm the fish.
When it comes to decorating your tank keep these tips in mind do make a tank a good living environment for the fish. The accessories and decor for the fish tank are great but keep in mind to not forget about the essentials such as filters and heaters.
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