Where to Find Fish Tank Accessories
January 20th, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed
There are many websites available today where you can find fish tank accessories, and depending on what type of fish tank accessories you are looking for, you will most likely be able to find a multitude of options to suit your (and your fishes!) needs.
Choosing fish tank accessories is in fact an important part of aquarium maintenance, as by choosing the right kind of tank, equipment, plants, decorations, and optional extras, you will then by laying the basis for healthy conditions in your fish tank. There are many types of a fish tank accessories that you can purchase, including but not limited to heaters / chillers, thermometers, filters, air pumps, air pump valves, air stones, power heads, tank decorations and more.
In regards to heaters, there are three basic types: rod type heaters, bottom heaters, and thermofilters. The rod type heaters usually attach vertically to the wall of the aquarium, and are usually submersible. The bottom heaters are attached to the bottom of the tank below the substrate, have the advantage of being invisible. and are thus excellent for plant tanks. Thermofilters have a built-in heating element and they, too, are invisible but they are very expensive.
Thermometers are afish tank accessory that is truly essential to every aquarium so that you can monitor the water temperature inside of the tank. Air pumps were in fact one of the first accessories ever made for a fish tank, and they are used as a source of supplemental water circulation and oxygen supply. Battery operated air pumps are also available that can be used in case of a power failure or on long collecting trips.
Power heads are also an important fish tank accessory, as they are small and versatile water pumps that were designed for use with the underwater gravel. They actually replace the air stone at the bottom of each lift tube and then mount to the top, thus greatly increasing the water flow through the gravel.
Where Can I Find Fish Tank Accessories?
You can find most fish tank accessories at basically any store that deals in fish and aquariums. You will generally find all fish tank accessories at reasonable prices via online suppliers. Start by making a list of the items you need, so that when you enter the store/website you will not be overwhelmed with the multitude of options that are available for you.
For more information on setting up your aquarium fish tank visit our other website The Goldfish Site.
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Goldfish on Bottom of Tank
January 16th, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed
A goldfish lying at the bottom of the tank or aquarium can be a cause of concern to its owner and can be a sign of disease in the goldfish.
A goldfish lying at the bottom of the tank is often a sign of swim bladder disease. The swim bladder allows the fish to stabilize its depth in the water.
Swim or air bladder problems sometimes occur in freshwater fish. When the bladder is affected, the fish will experience problems with equilibrium. Diseased or inflamed internal organs, poor water conditions or nutrition, and wounds received from fighting can also affect the equilibrium of a fish. Constipation is a common cause of swimming difficulty.
The fish will have problems swimming correctly. They may appear to be standing on their head, or floating to the surface and struggling to get to the bottom, or possibly even have problems removing themselves from the bottom. At the later stages of the disease, the fish could lose its balance and swim upside down.
There is no specific treatment for swim bladder problems, however, you can try isolating the fish to a quarantine tank where the water is shallow – this will provide some relief for the fish – and add one teaspoon of salt per gallon of water. If you suspect constipation is the cause of the problem follow the treatment for constipation listed in “Goldfish Diseases - Symptoms and Treatments”. After 1–2 weeks try returning the fish to the main tank.
Goldfish staying at the bottom of the tank is just one of the topics covered in our instantly downloadable e-book “Goldfish Diseases - Symptoms and Treatments”. Other topics covered include worms, spots, parasites and more … Plus the treatments and remedies for all goldfish diseases!
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Goldfish diseases - symptoms and treatments
December 16th, 2007 Subscribe To Our Feed
The best way to keep your fish healthy is to follow the basic rules of good aquarium or pond management. Feed your fish correctly, keep their environment clean, avoid rapid temperature changes, ensure there is an adequate oxygen supply and make partial water changes as necessary.
Unfortunately, illness sometimes still occurs and it is important that you identify goldfish diseases as soon as possible. The first sign to be aware of is stress. Just as a stressed human is prone to infection by bio-aggressors, so are fish, and stress is the principle cause of disease in fish.
There are three basic types of diseases in fish: parasitic, bacterial and fungal. These organisms are always present in the aquatic environment and a healthy fish can generally ward them off, however, if a fish is weakened by stress or damage the risk of infection is high.
When fish become ill they show behavioral symptoms such as:
- clamped fins
- bodies shaking
- repeated scratching against objects in the tank
- hiding in corners
- gasping at the surface
- swimming abnormally
- sitting on the bottom
- breathing difficulties
The good news is that most fish diseases can be treated if caught in time.
Our comprehensive guide to goldfish diseases and their treatments is an instantly downloadable e-book that covers all common diseases. There are illustrations to assist you in identifying the disease that your goldfish may be suffering from plus it describes all treatment options available. The guide also covers setting up a hospital tank for sick fish and, if all else fails, there is a section on euthanasing fish because sometimes it can be better to end a fish’s suffering by humane means.
Here is a brief sample of what is covered in the ‘abnormal behavior’ section of the e-book:
- Breathing difficulties – flukes, velvet disease
- Distressed/off-colored – cloudy eye, chilodonella
- Closed fins – ick
- Clamped fins – poor water conditions
- Scratching/Flashing – flukes, pH
- Increased respiration rate – chilodonella
- Gasping at the water’s surface – not enough oxygen in the water, increase aeration, check water for ammonia, pH level, and nitrates
- Appetite loss – tuberculosis, constipation
- Yawning – toxic water, parasites, rock stuck in the mouth
- Loss of balance, unable to rise from bottom of tank – swimbladder problems
- Sitting on the bottom – swimbladder disease, flukes
- Eating bubbles – could be the fish is trying to clear its gills. Could also be caused from air bladder problems. (See swimbladder disease.)
- Spitting – flukes
- Rapid gill movement – flukes
- Restlessness – fish leech (lice)
- Jumping – parasites, low pH, poor water conditions
- Tired fish – Check the water conditions, do routine water change, smell the fish food and check its freshness, check for any other signs or symptoms.
- Swimming awkwardly – costia, swimbladder problems
- Swimming with mouth open – could be a foreign object stuck in the fish’s mouth
- Swimming upside down –swimbladder disease
- Rubbing body along gravel or tank objects – ick, chilodonella, costia, fish leech, skin flukes, velvet disease
- Swimming wildly – check ammonia level
- Standing on head – intestinal worms, kidney damage, toxic water (do immediate water change) female fish may do this when they become exhausted from the male’s breeding attempts
- Standing on tail – exhaustion from spawning, toxic water
- Laying or leaning to the side – where is the fish’s light source coming from? Also toxic water, infections, parasites, lack of oxygen. The fish could be blind and cannot see the light to balance itself.
This is just a sample of the topics covered … also covered are worms, spots, parasites and more… Plus the treatments and remedies for all goldfish diseases!
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Make An Impression With A Custom Fish Tank
November 13th, 2007 Subscribe To Our Feed
If you like the idea of showing off exotic fish in an aquarium but your space is limited or of an unusual shape, a custom fish tank might solve the dilemma. Available in just about any style or size, an aquarium manufacturer will design a custom fish tank for your home or office.
A custom fish tank built into the wall is a popular design trend and since they are usually designed with either glass or acrylic on both sides, your fish can be viewed from different rooms. These tanks can be constructed to fit within a standard wall space but they will only accommodate smaller species of aquatic life.
Another style of custom fish tank can be designed to fit into an opening between two rooms, creating an aquatic partition and allowing viewing from at least three sides. It can be attached to the fourth wall or can be freestanding.
Custom Fish Tank To Suit Any Décor
Larger aquariums obviously require more space, but a custom fish tank built in a half-round shape can stand against a wall, taking up less floor space than a traditional rectangular tank. Large, vertical tanks in a hexagonal shape are also widely used to allow a bigger tank with a smaller footprint. Although consideration should be given to the size of the fish housed in a tall but narrow tank. They are better suited to the small varieties of fish.
A custom fish tank that is not built in to a wall will usually require a custom stand. Your tank manufacturer should be able to supply a stand to suit in the material of your choice to suit your room. The fish tank stand can also become a functional piece of furniture with storage built in to hold aquarium accessories.
Another advantage of a custom fish tank is that installation can be managed to include all electrical requirements, thereby hiding the unsightly array of wires that usually accompanies an aquarium.
A custom fish tank should still allow access for cleaning, feeding and maintenance, but it should also become an integral part of your home and a design feature in its own right.
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Freshwater Aquarium Fish
August 28th, 2007 Subscribe To Our Feed
If you are interested in setting up a tank of freshwater aquarium fish we suggest that you start moderately with a tank of around 20 gallons.
You should be able to purchase everything you need at your local aquarium supplier or even at a pet store but when it comes time to purchase your fish we recommend that you purchase from a reputable breeder. Buying poor quality fish is often how diseases are introduced a freshwater fish tank
Which Freshwater Aquarium Fish Will You Choose?
Discus fish - also known as cichlids - are a popular South American freshwater aquarium fish. Cichlid care can be a little difficult and these are known as high-maintenance fish. They require a well balanced diet and stable water conditions. Cichlid care involves introducing the fish to a mature tank as they have no tolerance for ammonia. Aim to keep the pH of the tank above 6. Discus are passive fish and will enjoy a calm community aquarium. When choosing your fish try to visit the breeder at feeding time and pick the strong feeders! Discus fish should rush towards you at feeding time actively seeking food.
Discus fish come in a variety of bold colors and the body is compressed, round and disc-like. They are an ideal and colorful freshwater aquarium fish.
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