If you are interested in setting up a saltwater aquarium here is a basic list of materials you will need to have. But as a free protein, it makes a great investment.
1. An aquarian mirror.
The brand or size is totally up to your preferences. Petco sells cheap, basic aquariums. You can also use the Nano-Cube all in one aquarium. Although these are more suitable for beginners, soon everything that is done with it will be lacking, upgrade. Also, the volume of water makes it difficult to keep a saltwater aquarium. The greater the volume of water, the easier it is to keep the water chemistry constant. Bigger pools cost more money so keep that in mind. Weight is also an issue when choosing a tank. Calculate the weight of your tank by adding the weight of the rock, water (8-9 pound gallon), and stand. Do whatever you think will fit the pool.
2. Long live the rock
The term “living rock” means a rock that has organisms living in it. This rock runs about $8 a pound. You probably want about 1.5 pounds of live rock. An easy way to save money is to buy half live rock and half “dry” rock. Dry rock will be much cheaper and will last longer in your aquarium. Many rocks also have more stable water parameters than the organisms that live on top of the rock to help clean the water. Make sure that enough space is left for coral and fish.
3. Filtration
Filtering by the beginning of the pool should be very basic. That said, it will then require more frequent water changes to keep the water parameters at acceptable levels. I would recommend just hanging the filter on the back carbon. The carbon is changed according to his command. You can also run PHOSPHATE Remover. Both of these will help control algae. However, to establish such a basic system, it is necessary to do frequent enough water changes. Change 10-15% of the water once a week for a clean tank.
4. Ignited
Lighting can range from basic to very advanced, and therefore very expensive. You are only to keep the fish, you just need a flower or a compact flower fixture. Finally, under the agreement of the mushrooms, they will make fixtures. However, if you want coral, go with a T-5 fixture with individual weights or metal halides. And it will not be cheap, but it will set the coral itself on fire. Do not place it on top of a small metal halide tank because it can generate too much heat while running. The T-5 fixture puts out much less heat, but doesn’t penetrate as deep into the tank.
5. Water
In the aquarium the most important part is Never use a tap in your aquarium. Either invest in a multi-stage reverse osmosis unit, or buy your water from an aquarium supply. The water that is used in your tank must have a TDS of 0 to prevent algae blooms. If osmosis If you have an adverse unit, be sure to check the TDS regularly.
6. Cattle
Now you can be creative. Before buying flocks always do your research first. Make sure you have enough space in your tank and the proper parameters. Fish need a certain amount of room, and not all fish can be brought forward. Corals need specific lighting, water parameters, and feeding. Not all reefs are safe. Some starfish crabs will even eat your fish! If you gather nothing else from this article, remember this; Never dive into a tank under 40 gallons. NEVER. They will most likely die, rot quickly, and cause everything else in the tank to die. Believe me, I try. If you have a tank that holds 40+ gallons, then make sure you let it mature for at least a year and keep it stable.
Where can I find this?
Petco
Petsmart
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There will be more articles coming soon on the in-depth positioning and running of saltwater aquariums.
