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Before Buying
| In the Aquarium |
Starting an aquarium is a
daunting task. Not only are you caring for a living
creature, but a living creature requiring a living
environment entirely different than what humans are
designed for. Worst of all, this environment needs
to be contained within a small, glass box. The
chemistry and balance of it all is horrifying at
first, so here are some tools and other supplies
that will help keep your aquarium clean and safe for
you and your fish. This is not a guide about how to
set up an aquarium, rather a supplement to anyone
thinking of starting one or who already has an
aquarium in their home.
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Before Buying
Books are a resource that can last a lifetime. The
basics about fish-keeping have not changed much
since the hobby started, only the equipment. Fish
have been around for millions of years with the same
blueprint, so books are unlikely to go out of date.
Also, books are always ready in an instant.
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In the Aquarium (from A-Z)
Necessary:
- Algae Scraper
- Clean Water Jugs
(containers for treated, clean water)
- Dirty Water Jug
(container for dirty water to be dumped)
- Filtration (under
gravel, external, etc.)
- Fish Food
- Heater
- Lighting/Light
Bulbs
- Net
- Thermometer
- Water
Conditioners and Dechlorinaters
Recommended:
- Air
Supply/Pump
- External
Filter
- Power Strip
- Quarantine
Tank
- Scissors
(plant trimmings, opening plastic bags,
etc.)
- Spare Filter
Mediums
- Spare Light
Bulbs
- Towels
(cleaning)
- Water
Chemistry Tests
Ideas:
- Cardboard
Boxes (storage)
- Glass
Cleaners (do not mix into aquarium)
-
Toothbrush (for cleaning small spaces)
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