Info about Fishing
Setting Up An Aquarium Tank
Placing an aquarium fish tank in your home could enhance the design of the room while providing a form of visual pleasure if you adhere to the proper fish keeping rules. However, if you are unsure what size of tank you should be getting, inform the store assistant and let him know about your experience in fish keeping. In most cases, he will be able to recommend you the size of tank you should be getting as well as the necessary equipments and accessories.
Do not purchase any fish yet because you will need to set up your tanks and fish tank stands first before putting in any fish. Once you get the tank, you are required to clean the tank thoroughly. I recommend using a mild detergent in warm water to clean the tank. After scrubbing, rinse the tank with water a few times to get rid of all the debris and detergent. At the same time, make sure you clean the rest of the equipments and accessories before placing them into the tank.
One important area you should focus on is the gravel and the plants. Most people will neglect this step because they assume that it is safe to place them immediately into the tank but this is wrong. Rinse it under running water for a few times until you see that the water is clear. A small aquarium tank could be pretty heavy and you should always use a fish tank stand to support it. You could even purchase those that come with in built cabinets so that you can store all the food and equipment in it for easier access. After you have place the aquarium tank on the stand, you can start to fill it with water.
Check to make sure that it is not leaking and the water remains clear before draining the tank. Next, half fill the tank with water. After which, install all the required accessories such as the filter and heater. Ensure that everything is working properly before filling the entire tank with water.
By doing so, you are getting rid of the excess ammonia which is harmful to the fishes. To be on the safe side, I will recommend leaving the setting as it is now for at least 2 weeks before putting in any fishes.
After you are done with setting up the fish tank, it is time to add the fish to the aquarium tank, try doing it a few at a time while you monitor it closely for a few days. Once you are sure that everything is fine, start adding more fish to your new aquarium tank. Remember to take good care of the fish and enjoy the process.