2. ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT
A fish tank is a wonderful centerpiece for any room. It is also the perfect spot to showcase your fish and beautiful underwater plants. But to make sure they are well taken care of, you must invest in proper maintenance equipment for their survival. If you need to keep your fish alive and healthy, you will require several items that are needed to keep your water clean and your fish healthy.
FilTration (Aquarium filters)
Filtration is the process by which waste products and impurities are removed from the water in your aquarium. The ability of your aquarium to stay clear and free from impurities is essential for the fish and other living organisms. Without filtration, the water will become cloudy and your fish may not be able to live.
You can’t make a healthy fish tank without efficient filtration. It’s the only way that waste products can be removed from the water in your aquarium. An effective filtration system is essential to keep your fish tank clean and clear.
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT
- Filtration
- Power filters
- External filters
- Media for external filters
- Lighting and heating
Water Conditioner
Fish in their natural habitat adjust themselves according to the changes in temperature, flow of water, oxygen content and so on. The same way, we need to adjust the water quality in aquariums as per fish’s needs.
Water quality is a big concern for most aquarium owners. Fish, even the small ones, can be affected by tap water. This is especially true when it comes to chlorine and chloramine. Luckily, aquarium conditioners are a great way to ensure that aquarium water is free of these harmful chemicals.
An aquarium water conditioner is an essential item for every aquarium and should be chosen carefully. The conditioner helps to keep the water clean by eliminating harmful chemicals. The most important function of an aquarium water conditioner is to remove chemicals from the water and make it safe for the water habitats.
You can easily find this essential product in the market in the form of liquid. Once purchased, all that you need is to add a few drops in the aquarium, and it will neutralize the water instantly.
Water Conditioner is specifically formulated to condition water as soon as it is added to the tank,
while Biological Enhancer helps prepare the filter for your fish and maintains the aquarium’s natural biological balance.
Biological Cleaner breaks down organic waste to allow the filter to collect it more easily.
Aquarium heater
To provide a more stable environment for your fish, it is important that the aquarium be correctly heated.
Coldwater fish do not need a heated environment. But tropical fish do need the constant correct temperature provided by a submersible heater. If you’re keeping tropical fish then you should use a heater. This is important because sudden changes in temperature can cause hypothermia, stress and disease.
Once adjusted, the heater will maintain a constant temperature and won’t let the fish get disturbed due to temperature fluctuations outside.
With a proper thermostat, you can set the heater to maintain a constant temperature and protect your fish from any changes in temperatures outside. The system uses a closed loop control to ensure that the required temperature is always maintained, even if there is a fluctuation in the temperature. As soon as the desired temperature is reached these heaters get automatically shut off.
All fish are cold-blooded – which means their bodies are always at the same temperature as the surrounding water.
Thermometer
Keeping your tank’s water at the right temperature is important. A thermometer is needed for measuring the temperature of the water in your aquarium.
Choose a thermometer that is easy to read and suits your aquarium.
Aquarium Air Pump
The fish need oxygen to survive, and an aquarium air pump helps ensure the flow of oxygen into the water where fish live and breathe.
While fish breathe air naturally, if they are placed in an aquarium with no air pump they can suffocate very quickly. Aquarium air pumps are one of the most vital pieces of equipment that need to be installed for any aquarium.
ROCKS, GRAVEL & DECORATION
A well-designed aquarium is a great way to show off your hobby to others, as well as provide a safe environment for your fish. There is a vast selection of fish-safe rocks, aquarium decorations and other aquarium-specific products to choose from. You can create your own unique and personalized aquarium environment with different types of fish and plants.
It is important to select a range of decorations that will not interfere with your fish’s natural behaviour.
Fish and other aquatic life can be damaged by objects in the water and these should not be placed within the aquarium.
Never use naturally calcareous sand.