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Caring for Sick or Injured Fish

Yes, fish get sick too. And sometimes, fish don’t get along. You may wake up one morning and look in your fish tank and see one with a fin half bitten off, or just swimming abnormally. Believe it or not,

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Aquarium Temperature Regulation

Unlike human beings and other mammals, fish do not create their own internal heat. They do not regulate their own body temperature, but depend upon their environment to do that for them. This is why regulating the temperature of a tank

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Aquarium Filtration

Aquariums need daily filtration. Fish create waste that gets distributed throughout the tank. Excessive feeding also leaves food deposits around the inside of the tank. Without filtration, these deposits of waste and excess food would raise the ammonia content to

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Ten Popular Saltwater Fish

1)    Seahorses may not be the same as other fish, but that is what makes them so popular. Seahorses are one of the most desired and most enjoyed types of saltwater fish, because they are unique and fun to watch.

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Ten Popular Freshwater Fish

1)    Beta fish stem from Southeast Asia and are one of the most popular freshwater fish, because the males have beautiful and colorful fins. 2)    Tetras come in neon colors and are probably the most popular freshwater fish. They are

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Salt Water vs. Fresh Water Fish Tanks; Cost and Maintenance

Fish aquariums are a great addition to any home or office. They provide a feeling of peace and tranquility that studies indicate can benefit emotional well-being and even cardiovascular health. For example, small fish tanks with goldfish, which were placed

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Controlling Algae in Your Fish Tank

It can be so frustrating. You’ve just cleaned the tank a few days ago, and you already see brown spots forming in the tank. Algae, or diatoms, are the “grass of the sea,” because like natural grasses on land, algae

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Caring for Saltwater Fish

Saltwater fish can do well in either a glass or acrylic tank. However, acrylic fish tanks are available in more shapes and sizes and also better insulate the fish. It allows more light and is clearer than glass aquariums are.

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